Public Figure
Jean-Louis Masson
334 articles
Ph’Art explores the theme of identity
La Garde hosts the new Ph’Art contemporary art fair from October 24 to November 4. Twenty-four artists explore the theme of identity.
La Garde launches Ph'Art, a new contemporary art fair bringing together 24 visual artists on identity.
The "Portraits" Exhibition Celebrated the 25th Anniversary of La Galerie G
La Galerie G in La Garde celebrated its 25th anniversary with the "Portraits" exhibition. The event showcased contemporary artwork from the Var department.
For its 25th anniversary, La Galerie G hosts "Portraits", a selection of works from the departmental contemporary art collection.
The Department reaffirms its support for the municipality
Jean-Louis Masson met Christian Simon in La Crau on September 15. The Department reaffirmed its financial support for local projects.
Jean-Louis Masson met with the Mayor of La Crau, Christian Simon, to finalize the Department's financial partnership.
Var maintained its summer visitor numbers
Tourism in Var remained stable in summer 2026 with 31.3 million overnight stays in July and August. An increase in international visitors offset a decline in French tourists.
Summer visitor numbers in Var remain stable thanks to international clients, offsetting a decline in French tourists.
Var elected officials gathered to take action
The 9th Salon des communes du Var took place in Draguignan on October 9. Local officials gathered to discuss key territorial challenges.
The 9th Var Mayors' Trade Fair brought together local elected officials to discuss solutions to today's challenges.
9th Var Mayors' Exhibition: The Region reaffirms its support for local authorities
The 9th Salon des Communes du Var took place on October 9. Région Sud confirmed 4.5 billion euros in support for the department.
At the 9th Var Mayors' Exhibition, Region Sud reaffirmed its support for local authorities with a 4.5 billion euro package.
The Département details its support to the municipality
On September 8, Jean-Louis Masson met with Mayor François de Canson. The visit focused on supporting investment projects in La Londe-les-Maures.
On September 8, the president of the Département met with Mayor François de Canson to discuss local investments.
A €3 million plan for inclusive housing
The Var Department is investing 3 million euros in inclusive housing for disabled people. The project aims for 450 shared living aids by 2030.
The Département du Var is launching a major €3 million plan for inclusive housing for people with disabilities.
Safety and comfort for nearly 2,000 students
1,905 pupils returned to school in La Garde. The municipality carried out major security and renovation work over the summer.
1,905 school children returned to classrooms in La Garde, a back-to-school season marked by major municipal investments.
Françoise Dumont, Christian Simon, Frank Giletti and Carine Leroy elected
On September 27, four senators were elected in Var with a 98.6% turnout. Two lists shared all available seats.
On September 27, Françoise Dumont, Christian Simon, Frank Giletti and Carine Leroy were elected senators of Var.
A new forest balance to be invented
The Var Department has launched a strategic committee on forest fire prevention. The initiative aims to strengthen safety and balance forest management.
Learning lessons from the latest fires, the Département launched a strategic review and strengthened its financial support for the SDIS.
François de Canson: 'Naval Group means 550 jobs in 2027'
Naval Group has laid the foundation stone for its new site in Les Bormettes. The center will host 550 employees by 2027 in Var.
Naval Group launches the reindustrialisation of the Les Bormettes site with a new centre of excellence that will bring together 550 employees.
Garlic Fair in La Garde: transmission at the heart of the procession
The town of La Garde held its traditional garlic and local produce fair on August 30. The historical event brought together residents and producers for local festivities.
The traditional garlic fair in La Garde attracted a large crowd, combining local flavors and popular fervor.
A solemn tribute to the "thousand faces" of Liberty
The town of La Garde commemorated its Liberation during a ceremony on August 23. The event honored all the diverse fighters of Operation Dragoon in 1944.
La Garde commemorated its Liberation with a solemn ceremony paying tribute to the diversity of the 1944 fighters.
Jean-Louis Masson: "This medal is theirs as much as mine"
Jean-Louis Masson received the Internal Security Medal in Saint-Raphaël. The award honors the organization of the 80th anniversary of the Débarquement de Provence.
The President of Var received the Internal Security Medal for organizing the 80th anniversary of the Provence Landing.
Three Education Figures Decorated
Jean-Louis Masson presented the Palmes Académiques to three figures in Toulon. Mayor Josée Massi attended the ceremony.
In Toulon, Department President Jean-Louis Masson presented the Palmes Académiques to three prominent figures from the world of education.
Hélène Arnaud-Bill: "L’Escale is a facility already adopted by the public"
L'Escale theater in La Garde presents a positive review after its first year. Nearly 7,000 tickets were sold during its inaugural season.
One year after opening, L'Escale theatre in La Garde posts record results and launches its new cultural season.
5 million passengers in one year for the Marseille-Nice train
The ZOU! Marseille-Nice train line celebrates its first anniversary. It carried 5 million passengers in one year.
The ZOU! Marseille-Nice line celebrated its first anniversary with 5 million passengers, a very positive result.