Vancouver – 10,000 students from across British Columbia competed, 260 made the provincial finals, and 18 students from Greater Victoria took home top awards in this year’s pan-provincial French public speaking competition, Concours d’art oratoire.
“In addition to the cultural and language benefits, Concours d’art oratoire helps students develop their creative and public speaking abilities, as well as self-confidence,” said Patti Holm, President of Canadian Parents for French BC & Yukon.
“It’s an incredible feat to make it to the Provincial finals — taking home a medal is a real achievement. We congratulate everyone who participated; they are all winners. Félicitations!” added Concours d’art oratoire chief judge, Dr. Renée Hamilton-Clark.
This year marked the 33rd anniversary of the Canadian Parents for French BC & Yukon sponsored Concours d’art oratoire. The provincial finals were hosted Saturday, May 7th at SFU Surrey.
Qaeeza Ramji: Grade 6 Early Immersion “La Pauvreté mondiale” Cedar Hill Middle School – 1st Place
Image caption: Qaeeza Ramji with CPF BC-YK President, Patti Holm (left)
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