Greetings to all those taking part in the activities
offered by the Centre culturel francophone de
Vancouver in its 2005-06 schedule.

For 30 years, the Centre culturel francophone de
Vancouver has presented high-quality performances,
concerts, and activities, as well as valuable services,
to Francophones and Francophiles. It plays an important role in the
region, as is clearly shown by the popularity of the summer Festival
that it organizes every year.

As Minister of Canadian Heritage and Minister responsible for Status
of Women, I sincerely thank the Centre culturel francophone de
Vancouver, its partners, and the volunteers who contribute to the
promotion of French in the province, and to the cultural vitality

of the francophone community.

May the Centre culturel francophone de Vancouver continue to
flourish!

Liza Frulla,

Minister of Canadian Heritage and Minister responsible for
Status of Women

On behalf of the British Columbia Arts Council,

1 take great pleasure in welcoming one and all to

the 2005 Festival d’été. During 9 days, artists from
BC and across Canada will come together to
celebrate francophone culture in a rich, creative

and challenging program. The Council is particularly
proud to support the dedication and enthusiasm of
the many artists, organizers and volunteers who make this event
possible every year.

Sincerely,

OF--

Donald Shumka,
Chair, British Columbia Arts Council

On behalf of the citizens of Vancouver and my
colleagues on City Council, I want to extend my
warmest greetings to those attending the 16th
annual Festival d’ete Francophone de Vancouver.

As Mayor, I am very proud of the reputation
Vancouver enjoys as a vibrant, multicultural City
that embraces not only our two founding cultures but also the many
cultures of the Canadian Mosaic. Your contribution and continuing
celebration of heritage and custom provides Vancouverites and many
visitors with yet another unique and diverse perspective.

Vancouver is fortunate to have such a strong and creative arts
community. We wish the artists and organizers much success with
the event. Good luck and have a wonderful Festival!

Yours truly,

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Larry W. Campbell,
Mayor