Question Period Note: Support for English-Speaking Quebec Communities
About
- Reference number:
- PCH-2024-QP00043
- Date received:
- Jan 11, 2024
- Organization:
- Canadian Heritage
- Name of Minister:
- Bendayan, Rachel (Hon.)
- Title of Minister:
- Minister of Official Languages
Issue/Question:
Support for English-Speaking Quebec Communities
Suggested Response:
Our Government recognizes the historical and cultural contributions of Quebec's English-speaking communities, and has taken steps to address their specific needs and to support their vitality.
Background:
The Official Languages Act, modernized in June 2023, includes new provisions to support Quebec's English-speaking communities. In addition, the Action Plan for Official Languages 2023-2028 provides funding for new initiatives targeted at these communities.
Additional Information:
None