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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Newfoundland and Labrador |
| Population (2006) | |
| • Total | 134 |
| Time zone | Newfoundland Time (UTC-3:30) |
| • Summer (DST) | Newfoundland Daylight (UTC-2:30) |
| Area code(s) | 709 |
Francois is a settlement in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador, which had a population of 134 in the Canada 2006 Census. The tallest mountain in the community is the 600 ft Frier, and there are several walking trails in the area. The community has very little unemployment. The community's school has 21 students from kindergarten to grade 12. Most residents pronounce the name "Fran-sway", and its proper spelling is without the cedille found in the French word françois.