Quebec mulls banning ‘Bonjour-Hi’ greeting for stores, government services
“We want the welcome of the people to be saying the word ‘bonjour’ so I’m working on that right now,” said Simon Jolin-Barrette. Continue reading
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Premier François Legault on being unpopular with Quebec anglophones
By Raquel Fletcher Quebec City Correspondent
The premier says there are several reasons why he believes a recent Leger poll found 70 percent of anglophones do not trust his government. Continue reading
Quebec National Assembly could re-open Bill 101
By Raquel Fletcher Quebec City Correspondent
Quebec could be in for a new debate over language and re-opening Bill 101, after the Parti Quebecois and Quebec Liberal Party both said they were open to it. Continue reading
Simon Jolin-Barrette takes over Quebec language portfolio in addition to immigration
Quebec Premier François Legault announced a surprise cabinet shuffle Wednesday morning. Continue reading
French language use in the workplace is on the decline: OQLF report
The report’s findings show there have been gains and setbacks when it comes to the French language in Quebec. Continue reading
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No plans to bring back English signs at Lachute hospital
By Felicia Parrillo Reporter
The Quebec government is standing its ground on not reinstalling English signs at the Lachute hospital. Continue reading
Controversy over Lachute hospital’s removal of English signage continues
By Phil Carpenter Photojournalist
“It seems they’re trying to start a problem where none exists,” said Scott Pearce, mayor of the Township of Gore. Continue reading
Quebec premier backs order telling Lachute hospital to ditch English signs
By Gloria Henriquez Reporter/Weather specialist
After the Lachute hospital removed it’s English signage, members of the Anglophone community are wondering if their health and safety is compromised. Continue reading
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Quebec language watchdog tells Lachute hospital its English signs must go
The mayors plan to adopt a motion opposing the change at a meeting next week. Continue reading
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English schools in West Island will fill empty classrooms with French students
By Dan Spector Photojournalist
The Marguerite-Bourgeoys School Board will soon be sending students to Riverdale High School and Lindsay Place High School. Continue reading