13 projects to share $667K in funding for french services

    Monday, 24 March 2025 12:00

    By Tonya Organ

    The town of Cape St. George is getting $9,000 for a francophone tourism initiative and Stephenville is getting $10,000 for bilingual street signage in the town.  

    Thirteen projects throughout the province will share $667K in funding from the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Agreement on French-Language Services. 

    The projects will advance the planning and delivery of services in French and will be matched by contributions from the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador. The town of Cape St. George is getting $9,000 for a francophone tourism initiative and Stephenville is getting $10,000 for bilingual street signage in the town.  

     

     

    To report an error, submit a news tip, or provide feedback, please e-mail news@bayfm.ca or call (709) 637-0183.

    More from Local News

     

     

     

    BayFM recognizes support from the following agencies:

                        

    Today's Weather

    • Corner Brook

      Sunny intervals

      High: 2°C | Low: -4°C

    • Deer Lake

      Sunny intervals

      High: 2°C | Low: -3°C

    • Stephenville

      Sunny intervals

      High: 1°C | Low: -4°C

    Podcasts

    • BayFM On-Demand

      Artemis 2

      The Artemis 2 Space Crew landed earlier this month in the Pacific Ocean

    • Qalipu Today

      Qalipu Today,April 21, 2026

      In recognition of Earth Day (April 22), join us on Qalipu Today this Tuesday, April 21, for a special episode focused on Mi’kmaw teachings about the land. We’ll explore Netukulimk, the Mi’kmaq principle of living in balance with the land—taking only what you need and respecting the natural world. The show will highlight how these teachings continue to guide our communities today, and will include reflections, stories, and a Mi’kmaw word connected to the land.

    • Tuesdays with the Mayor

      Tuesdays with the Mayor, April 21, 2026

      Corner Brook Mayor Linda Chaisson on Bay Fm