Quebec Language Watchdog

• Quebec language watchdog now says it’s OK to use ‘go’ to support sports teams

  The Office québécois de la langue française says that while 'allez' is the preferred term, it’s now 'partially legitimized' to use the English word to show encouragement.

  Canada

  Jul 3, 2025
  
• Montreal buses remove ‘Go! Canadiens Go!’ after language watchdog complaint

  The decision was made because the word "go" is an anglicism, said a spokesperson for Montreal's transit agency.

  Canada

  Apr 24, 2025
  
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• Visit from language watchdog leaves Montreal restaurant owner furious

  A Montreal restaurant owner is up in arms after receiving a visit from the language watchdog.

  Canada

  Oct 23, 2020
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• Quebec’s language watchdog criticized after visit to Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue library

  A Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue book club member is calling the OQLF "petty."

  Politics

  Dec 19, 2019
• 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.

  Canada

  Apr 12, 2019
• 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.

  Canada

  Jan 9, 2019