Version anglaise à suivre — Scroll for English La Saint-Jean, la Fête nationale du Québec Dans les rues des villes québécoises, de Montréal au Lac-Saint-Jean, en passant par Sherbrooke et Trois-Rivières, on célèbre la Saint-Jean avec une bière fraîche à la main, la musique plein les oreilles et l’ambiance festive des défilés et des spectacles [...]

A parent once casually mentioned something that stayed with me. Leo barely spoke French at home anymore. Every question got answered in English. Every attempt at practicing French turned into resistance or frustration. Then one afternoon after camp, his mom heard him singing in French alone in the backseat of the car. Quietly. Casually. Without [...]

Every year on March 20, we join millions of people around the world to celebrate International Francophonie Day. This is a time to look beyond the classroom and honor the vibrant, diverse, and global community that the French language creates. To celebrate, we are sharing the story of where this movement began, how it is [...]

How Children Learn to Read in French at EFBA And Why This Question Is Never Neutral By Bianca Monaco, COO at EFBA Every parent comes to the question of reading with a personal history. Some of us learned to read with the méthode syllabique:  B + A = BA. We sounded things out, slowly, methodically, [...]

I was asked to write an article for International Mother Language Day, which takes place every year on February 21. To be honest, it’s not something I think about every day. I don’t usually stop to theorize about something that feels so natural to me. My own situation is simple: I was born and [...]

Ten Ways to Cultivate Kindness in Children Since I started working at EFBA, the month of February has taken on a very special meaning for me. Valentine’s Day has never really been my thing. As a child, however, February meant something else entirely: the Carnival of Nice—the city where I was born and [...]

Each October, Indigenous Peoples Day offers us a meaningful moment to honor and celebrate the histories, cultures, and enduring contributions of Native communities across the country. At EFBA, we believe that learning languages and exploring cultures go hand in hand with honoring the roots and traditions of the places we live.  On this day, we [...]

At EFBA, language is more than words, it’s a bridge to understanding, empathy, and respect. Pride Month reminds us of the long history of courage, resilience, and community that LGBTQIA+ people embody worldwide. Our classrooms and camps honor every family, identity, and story. Learning French opens doors to a world of cultures and perspectives, embracing [...]

At EFBA, we’re proud to be a community where women shine in every role, from inspiring teachers and dedicated office team to passionate volunteers and engaged parents. With 80% of our staff identifying as women, our organization reflects the incredible contributions of women in education, leadership, and beyond. This Women’s History Month, we celebrate [...]

Ever tried explaining a subtle joke in a language you're just learning? It's like trying to herd cats—adorable, but chaotic. That's the beauty (and delightful frustration) of language! Annually on February 21st we observe  International Mother Language Day, and carry the celebration with us throughout the year. Today we're raising a metaphorical (or literal, [...]