Educational problems of the Fr-speaking linguistic minority in Ontario are examined. Current programs for bilingual education in this province indicate that education can play an important role in maintaining & enhancing the culture of a linguistic minority. The history of education in Ontario is discussed, followed by an outline of recent developments in bilingual education. Major elements in the Ontario situation include: (1) a strong attachment by Franco-Ontarians to their language & culture, (2) a preexisting groundwork for rapid development of a bilingual education system, (3) a system for gradual progress, & (4) a generally favorable climate of PO. B. Annesser