Definition:
French Canadian is the term used for those of French heritage who immigrated to Canada, mostly during the 17th and 18 centuries. Many live in the province of Quebec, although considerable numbers live in other parts of Canada and in the United States.
The French-Canadian name for grandmother is mémé. Mémère is another French-Canadian term for a granny or grandma. In some instances, mémère has a slightly derogatory tone, much like "old lady." In Quebec the term can be used to refer to a nosy person or a gossip.
Mamie is another word sometimes used for a grandmother by French-Canadians. Même is a different word having several meanings and usages.
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