You're Invited: Cabane à sucre
March 3, 2026
Join us for Cabane à sucre on March 14!
Edmonton Catholic Schools is hosting a French Immersion Cabane à sucre on Saturday, March 14, 2026. This annual French tradition invites French Immersion families to experience French language and culture through hands‑on activities and shared celebration.
The afternoon event will take place at École J.H. Picard in south Edmonton.
You will be able to take part in a variety of French activities, including:
- Performances by school choirs
- Escape games and board games
- Robotics and library services
- Sports and dance
- Interactive kiosks
- Sleigh rides
- Maple sugar on a stick
- And so much more!
This is the fourth year Edmonton Catholic Schools has hosted Cabane à sucre. The event reflects a core goal of the French Immersion program, helping students develop an appreciation for francophone cultures through lived experiences beyond the classroom.
Event and Registration Details
Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
Time: 1:00 – 3:30 PM
Location: École J.H. Picard (7055 99 St. NW, Edmonton)
Cost: $10 per family, payable through the “school fees” link located in PowerSchool. Your payment in PowerSchool is considered your registration for the event. The week before the event, you will receive a ticket and schedule for the day's activities.
Register - secondary medium button
Registration closes on Tuesday, March 10.
Celebrating the Year of the Francophonie Through French Language and Culture
As Alberta marks 2026 as the Year of the Francophonie, families across Edmonton and throughout the province are being encouraged to explore French language and culture together. Cabane à sucre offers an accessible opportunity to do just that, and families are welcome to participate regardless of their French language experience.
New this year!
Radio Cité, a French radio station, will be on site to interview students and parents about the day. Questions will be provided beforehand. Please indicate your interest in participating when you register in PowerSchool.
Parking Information
Parking is available on the street, in the school parking lot, and at École Joseph-Moreau (9735 75 Ave. NW, Edmonton).
Questions?
If you are looking for more information about the event, please contact Ahmed Seif at ahmed.seif@ecsd.net.