Public Figure
François de Canson
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Popular shows and demanding programming
La Londe-les-Maures hosted a rich cultural season this summer. Free festivals and historical commemorations welcomed thousands of visitors.
La Londe-les-Maures experienced a summer rich in cultural events, from jazz to the Liberation Day.

Naval Group in Les Bormettes, a project for the future and sovereignty
Naval Group is investing 140 million euros in Les Bormettes to build a new center of excellence. Work begins this year on this long-abandoned industrial site.
The National Day speech highlighted the future Naval Group site, a major project for sovereignty and the local economy.

François de Canson praises the commitment of volunteers
François de Canson gathered 230 volunteers at the annual association meeting. The mayor highlighted their vital role in La Londe.
The mayor paid tribute to local associations at their annual meeting, reaffirming the municipality's support.

Fédération du BTP du Var reaches out to newly elected mayors
The Fédération du BTP du Var brought together over 200 economic players and local elected officials. The goal is to strengthen cooperation with newly elected mayors.
Fédération du BTP du Var met with the new mayors to propose an enhanced dialogue throughout their mandates.

François de Canson: "The Hyères pelicandrome has proven its effectiveness"
François de Canson presented the progress report for the « Guerre du Feu » plan in Hyères. The new pélicandrome demonstrated its effectiveness during a recent fire.
François de Canson assessed the "Guerre du Feu" plan and praised the effectiveness of the new Hyères pelicandrome.

Région Sud rewards baccalaureate excellence
Région Sud rewarded 2,225 high school graduates from the académie de Nice who earned highest honors. A ceremony took place at lycée Rouvière in Toulon.
The Region honored 2,225 Nice academy graduates for earning "Très Bien" honors with a €300 individual grant.

The sea fuels our regional development
An Insee study presented in Toulon confirms the leading role of region Sud in the maritime economy. The sector accounts for over 102,000 direct jobs in the territory.
An INSEE study confirms the leading position of the Région Sud in the maritime economy, with over 100,000 jobs.

The fires tell us something about France. Yet we must be willing to hear it.
Face aux incendies en France, la mobilisation rassemble pompiers, élus et citoyens. Cette solidarité illustre l'engagement collectif et la résilience du pays.
Fires destroy forests. They also reveal a Nation.

An intimate refuge between sky and sea
Hotel Le Mirage has unveiled its renovation in Bormes-les-Mimosas. The 4-star establishment is managed by Jules Brenier.
In Bormes-les-Mimosas, the 4-star hotel Le Mirage has revealed its new look after a major renovation.

At Saint-Pierre, traditions and tribute to the people of the sea
The Saint-Pierre festival took place at port Miramar in La Londe. This traditional event honors sailors and marks the start of the summer season.
In La Londe, the Fête de la Saint-Pierre celebrated maritime traditions and paid tribute to lost sailors.

An experimental desk to reduce administrative complexity
Région Sud and CCI du Var launched the "France Pro" single window in Brignoles on July 1st. This experimental scheme aims to simplify administrative procedures for businesses.
Région Sud and CCI du Var launch an experimental single window in Brignoles to simplify procedures for businesses.

Turning gratitude into unforgettable moments!
The association Les Ailes de la Reconnaissance offers first flights to healthcare workers. Over 750 flights have been completed since 2020.
The Les Ailes de la Reconnaissance association offers introductory flights to Var healthcare workers to thank them for their dedication.

Var, a pillar of France's rearmament
Defense and Labor ministers signed a roadmap in Toulon on July 10. The plan aims to strengthen the defense industry in Var.
The Ministers of the Armed Forces and Labour signed a roadmap in Toulon to support the defense industry in Var.

In Toulon, the Région rewards 2,225 baccalaureate graduates for their excellence
The Region Sud honored 2,225 high school graduates in Toulon. Each student with highest honors received a 300-euro scholarship.
The Région Sud honored 2,225 baccalaureate graduates from the académie de Nice with a "Très Bien" distinction, awarding them a €300 grant.

In La Londe, the new seafront, a €3.4 million project
The redeveloped waterfront of La Londe-les-Maures was inaugurated on July 8. This project focused on soft mobility cost 3.4 million euros.
Inaugurated on July 8, the new seafront of La Londe-les-Maures represents a total investment of 3.4 million euros.

François de Canson: “The label enhances our attractiveness”
The 2025 'Villes et Villages Fleuris' awards honored 75 municipalities in Region Sud in Marseille. The event recognizes local commitment to quality of life and sustainability.
The 2025 list of winners of the “Villes et Villages Fleuris” label honored 75 municipalities of the Région Sud for their commitment to quality of life.

La Butinerie, a sensory museum to reinvent the educational experience
In Bormes-les-Mimosas, Laura and Rémi Boulet inaugurated La Butinerie. This sensory and interactive museum is dedicated to beekeeping.
Beekeepers Laura and Rémi Boulet have opened La Butinerie, a sensory and interactive bee museum in Bormes-les-Mimosas.

Protecting an exceptional living environment, between sea and pine forests
The "Nettoyons le Sud" operation took place in La Londe-les-Maures. Many volunteers gathered to clean up the local environment.
The "Nettoyons le Sud" operation mobilized many volunteers in La Londe-les-Maures to preserve the local environment.