Montreal choir helps newcomers learn about Quebec culture and language

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Montreal choir helps newcomers learn about Quebec culture and language

“I’m happy to come here every week.,” said Le choeur des bienvenus participant Carolina Gomez, originally from Brazil. Singing is a powerful means of communication and researchers hope this choir holds the proof. Erin Seize reports.

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