The International Economic Forum of the Americas in Toronto invites Groupe Média TFO

TFO, the digital conqueror of the Ontarian and Canadian Francophonie, will discuss the promotion of Ontario in the International Francophonie

TORONTO, Sept. 13, 2016 /CNW/ - Today, at 4:30 P.M., Groupe Média TFO's president and chief executive officer Glenn O'Farrell will participate in the "Promoting Ontario in the International Francophonie" roundtable discussion at the Global Toronto Forum held in Toronto on September 12-14, 2016 at the Fairmont Royal Hotel. 

"We are very honoured to be invited to this prestigious panel alongside the Honourable Marie-France Lalonde. Groupe Média TFO, strengthened by its three pillars: digital technologies, education and the Francophonie, represents an added value for Ontario, participating in the province's cultural, linguistic and economic influence. We use digital technologies as an opportunity to foster the explosion and expansion of French-language spaces by increasing access to our educational content for Francophone families," said Glenn O'Farrell.

Digital technologies have allowed Groupe Média TFO to become a Canadian leader in the production and aggregation of French-language educational content: 

• A New Virtual Universe Laboratory (LUV): TFO completely transformed its production processes by adapting video game programs and technologies to create educational content. Through this innovative tech, Groupe Média TFO will become the first media company in the world to create educational content that stands at the cutting edge of digital learning.
  
  
• With IDELLO, its educational platform, Groupe Média TFO provides an innovative solution for teachers, students and parents. Some 30,000 teachers and 2 million students in Canada benefit from over 8,000 educational resources. IDELLO is the only educational platform of its kind in Canada.
  
  
• With over 300 million views on its YouTube channels network, Groupe Média TFO is also number one among Canadian channels providing educational and French-language content.
  
  
• By signing its first broadcasting agreement with Louisiana Public Broadcasting, a PBS network member, Groupe Média TFO has positioned itself as an international producer and aggregator interested in providing content to French-speaking learner communities throughout Ontario, Canada and worldwide.

The Toronto Global Forum is an international conference fostering dialogue on national and global issues. It is held under the auspices of the International Economic Forum of the Americas (IEFA). The IEFA organizes annual summits bringing together heads of states, central bank governors, ministers and global economic decision makers.

About Groupe Média TFO
At the cutting edge of digital learning, Groupe Média TFO is an essential destination for children and audiences seeking educational and innovative content in French. It offers stimulating experiences and award-winning content.

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