Milky The Mouse: Canadian French Translation

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Your Sweet Spot Life
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
Marguerite Apotre
Founder
(20)
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Project
Academic experience
60 hours per learner
Learner
Canada
Intermediate level

Project scope

Categories
Translation Education
Skills
literary translation french language cultural exchange cultural sensitivity multilingualism literacy
Details

Your Sweet Spot Life is seeking a team of learners to translate the children's book "Milky The Mouse In Space" into Canadian French. The project aims to make this delightful story accessible to French-speaking children in Canada, promoting bilingual literacy and cultural exchange. Learners will apply their language skills and cultural knowledge to ensure the translation maintains the original story's charm and educational value. The project involves understanding the nuances of Canadian French, including regional expressions and cultural references, to create an engaging and accurate translation. This task will provide learners with practical experience in literary translation, enhancing their linguistic proficiency and cultural sensitivity.

Deliverables

The primary deliverable is a complete Canadian French translation of "Milky The Mouse In Space," formatted to match the original book's layout. Additionally, learners will provide a brief report detailing the translation process, including challenges faced and solutions implemented. The final submission should include a glossary of key terms and phrases used in the translation to aid future reference.

Mentorship
Hands-on support

Direct involvement in project tasks, offering guidance, and demonstrating techniques.

Tools and/or resources

Providing access to necessary tools, software, and resources required for project completion.

Regular meetings

Scheduled check-ins to discuss progress, address challenges, and provide feedback.

Supported causes
Quality education

About the company

Company
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
2 - 10 employees
Media & production, Travel & tourism, Agriculture, Business & management, Education
Representation
Minority-Owned Women-Owned BIPOC-Owned Small Business Sustainable/green
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About Us
Introduction
At Your Sweet Spot Life, our mission is simple: we co-create. We’re not here to provide or offer—we’re here to join forces. Whether it's a concept, a product, a creative endeavor, or a community growth idea, we work together to bring it to life, sharing both the process and the rewards. We’re not a business in the traditional sense, but rather a collaborative ecosystem where ideas, resources, and creativity flow between partners.

Co-Creation
Every project begins with a shared idea. From conceptualization to development, we move together to refine and evolve that idea into something tangible. We embrace a co-creative approach to everything, whether we’re building products, services, or community-driven initiatives. Every step is a shared investment, and every outcome is a reflection of our collective effort.

Local Impact
Our projects are rooted in the strength of local partnerships. We work with Canadian businesses and individuals to bring ideas to life, whether that’s creating sustainable products, enhancing local services, or supporting community growth. Each collaboration brings together local knowledge and resources, ensuring that everything we build has deep roots and far-reaching impact.

Shared Learning
We don’t just teach or train—we learn together. Every project presents opportunities to build new skills, exchange knowledge, and deepen our collective understanding. We provide resources and tools, but more importantly, we co-create an environment where skills are developed organically through collaboration.

Creative Process
From Canadian lifestyle brand creation to metanarrative interactive experiences, we aim to explore all forms of storytelling—theater, film, books, radio, and more. Our projects can integrate many mediums and genres to build rich, engaging, and innovative works that captivate audiences and reflect our collective vision.

Sustainable Growth
Our focus is on long-term growth, not just short-term outputs. From community-driven projects to economic systems that support innovation, we build frameworks that allow for sustainable, generational success. It’s about creating systems that grow together, whether in the form of collaborative spaces, marketplaces, or new ways of engaging with the world.

Marketplace
The work we do is meant to sustain. Our marketplace isn’t just for products—it’s a platform where all kinds of ideas can be shared and scaled. Whether it’s creative works, services, or community projects, the marketplace brings everything we build together in one place, supporting economic stability and growth for every project we co-create.