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My experience filming the French series KAPSUR

Posted on April 7, 2026

The French TV series KAPSUR showcases the everyday lives of young people living in Francophone communities in remote areas of Canada. Read this post by Lydia Raddon, who was lucky enough to be featured in an episode of the series.

An interview with Mehdi Cayenne: Reflecting on moments of Francophone joy

Posted on February 26, 2026

Get to know Medhi Cayenne, a multi-talented Francophone artist who shines a spotlight on the Francophonie! The Portal team sat down for an interview with Mehdi as part of the 2026 Rendez-vous de la Francophonie. Read all about it in our post!

Katherine Plouffe: Forging connections through French as a second language

Posted on February 26, 2026

Meet Katherine Plouffe, two-time Olympian and co-spokesperson for the 2026 Rendez-vous de la Francophonie! She’s building community and making connections through her second language: French! Read our post to learn about her unique journey.

6 smart habits for faster language learning

Posted on February 23, 2026

Ever wonder why some people seem to be able to pick up new languages more easily than others? Elena Kapshutar has some great tips to help you become one of those people!