French Language
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New report shows French use on the decline in QuebecA report published by the Office Québécois de la Langue Française illustrates that the use of the French language is on the decline — especially among adults aged 18 to 34.CanadaMay 22
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Quebec language policies lack nuance, some experts sayDespite the Quebec government's repeated claim the French language is in decline in Quebec, a recent study suggests otherwise when it comes to the public sphere.PoliticsApr 5
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‘Resurgence’ of French in Maine spurs hope, but fears, challenges remain for francophonesDespite the challenges facing French in Maine, one woman said she remains hopeful for its future. She also encouraged Quebecers to cherish their connection to the language.CanadaMar 18
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Non-French-speaking asylum seekers should be encouraged to move outside Quebec, commissioner saysQuebec's commissioner for the French language says temporary immigration is contributing to the decline of the French language in Quebec, including an increase in asylum seekers.CanadaFeb 15
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Stricter language laws coming for Quebec businesses. Not everyone is happySome Quebec businesses will soon have to change their signs to display two times more French than English.PoliticsJan 12
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The ‘erosion’ of French as a first language in N.B. creating real concernsNew Brunswick's Commissioner of Official Languages said she hoped more amendments would be made to the Official Languages Act to improve equality in linguistic communities.CanadaDec 14, 2023
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Alouettes’ Dequoy clarifies ‘keep your English’ speech following Grey Cup winAlouettes safety Marc-Antoine Dequoy says his passionate French speech after Montreal won the Grey Cup on Sunday was nothing against English people.SportsNov 20, 2023
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Percentage of French speakers in N.B. rises from 2016 but down from historic highFrench speakers made up 41.9 per cent of New Brunswick's population in 2021, which is nearly identical to numbers seen in 1991, but still lower than the all-time recorded high.CanadaAug 24, 2023
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Bill 96: Here’s what to expect when trying to access English services in QuebecThe Quebec government has described the law as a moderate response to what it says is the declining use of French, but others are worried about its far-reaching impacts.PoliticsJun 1, 2023
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Legislator Ruba Ghazal 1st to enter Québec solidaire spokeswoman raceGhazal says she thinks an increased focus on sovereignty and protecting Quebec's language will help the party gain votes outside of Montreal, where its support is concentrated.PoliticsMay 21, 2023
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