Report Focuses On Diversity In Ontario's Francophone Community
December 9, 2009 1:50 PM
McGuinty Government Partners With Ontario Trillium Foundation On Statistical Profile
The diversity of Ontario's Francophone community is highlighted in a new statistical report by the Ontario government and Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF).
The report covers economic, social and demographic trends among Ontario's Francophones. It reveals that 22 per cent of all Francophone immigrants to Ontario arrived here between 2001 and 2006, and ten per cent of Ontario Francophones identify themselves as visible minorities
Ontario is home to close to 600,000 Francophones, the largest population in Canada outside Quebec. About 14 per cent of Ontario Francophones were born outside of Canada. Three out of five Francophones were born in Ontario and one in five was born in Quebec.
QUICK FACTS
- This joint publication is the first statistical report to reflect the new inclusive definition of Francophone introduced by the Government of Ontario in June 2009.
- Ontario's 582,695 Francophones are largely concentrated in Eastern and Northeastern Ontario, although a significant proportion lives in Central Ontario.
- The majority of Francophones in Ontario speak French at home (55 per cent) whereas over two-thirds use French at work.
LEARN MORE
ontario.ca/francophone
"The new Profile of Ontario's Francophone Community reflects the diversity of Ontario's Francophone population which is a great asset for the Province. Beyond data, this profile encourages us to take on new challenges that will ensure a promising future for all Francophones in Ontario."
– Madeleine Meilleur
Minister Responsible for Francophone Affairs
"Ontario is home to the largest Francophone population in Canada outside Quebec which is a very important demographic reality to note. This report has particular relevance to the art and cultural sector of our province which contribute significantly to our economy."
– Aileen Carroll
Minister of Culture
Communities
