To sum up, I believe that the global growth of the Francophonie will be centred mainly in Africa. Therefore, we must establish a consistent strategy that takes into account the Canadian government's francophone immigration policy and objectives. That has to include student visas in French-speaking countries, but also a much more comprehensive strategy for francophone immigration, promotion, recruitment and processing in Francophonie countries around the world.
On February 3rd, 2022. See this statement in context.