MANDATE OF CFSL

Given the mandate of the Canadian Foreign Service Institute (CFSI) to support the Canadian government’s international relations goals and objectives to promote global understanding and international effectiveness, the Centre for Language Training (CFSL) offers

LANGUAGE TRAINING

to employees of all federal, provincial and territorial government departments and agencies, Canadian organizations involved in international relations, Non-Government Organizations, members of diplomatic missions in Ottawa, the media and the private sector.

GLOBAL INTERDEPENDENCE

Linguistic diversity is a key element in Canada's cultural heritage. Canada is a modern, technologically advanced and culturally diverse country, well equipped to benefit from the opportunities of greater global interdependence.

Foreign languages are for those who want to be real players in the 21^st century. The most exciting frontiers in this century are going to come from what you know. Studying foreign languages will give you an advantage.

Deepen and enrich your perception of the world, gain knowledge and understanding of another culture, learn to appreciate its uniqueness, promote global understanding and international effectiveness, and help build bridges among nations.

Proficiency in a foreign language will prepare you to function productively and to do business in a global village. Whether you are negotiating your way through a trade agreement or a sales contract, the command of a foreign language will give you an inside advantage and will open new opportunities for you.

Gerald Redmond, Director
Tel.: (819) 994-7183
E-mail: gerald.redmond@dfait-maeci.gc.ca