Joanne Gervais, executive director of the Association canadienne-française de l’Ontario du grand Sudbury (ACFO du grand Sudbury), has announced her plan to retire next year after 16 years of service.
Under her leadership, the organization experienced significant growth and increased visibility, marked by notable events such as the 50th anniversary celebration of the first raising of the Franco-Ontarian flag and a study on bilingualism and French-language services within the City of Greater Sudbury.
Gervais was also involved in the creation of a university for, by, and with francophones in the mid-north.
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Author's summary: Joanne Gervais to retire after 16 years as ACFO director.