The legacy of one of Saskatchewan’s most beloved artists is being taught to a new generation.

Zoe Fortier, School Programs Manager of the Fransaskois Cultural Council, says they created a tool-kit teachers can use students in grades 1 to 6. It’s called “Discovering Joe Fafard” and will allow people to learn about Saskatchewan, and what it’s like to live here through his art pieces. Fortier says although they are highlighting Fafard’s belonging to the Francophone, French speaking community, they are also celebrating what he contributed to Saskatchewan art history.

To do this a French language toolkit was created for students in grades 1 to 6, consisting of a biography, artistic exercise imitating Joe’s work and a few games to help develop arts based vocabulary.

Fortier explains the guide, called Discovering Joe Fafard, is free for teachers, includes a power point presentation and is a French language guide.

Fafard, passed away in 2019, he was born in Sainte-Marthe, Saskatchewan. His sculptures and artistic creations are displayed all across the country, including the famous “Pasture”, a group of cow sculptures located in downtown Toronto.

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