In fact, it is more of an invitation. I thought you were referring to the party we are organizing today for our friends from other parts of Canada.
We had a meeting this morning. I want to thank you for meeting with us and agreeing to be in the spotlight, if I may say so, Minister. There are members from various parties here, which is normal. Our institution is political in nature and members defend the interests of their respective parties.
Beyond that, the committee seeks to find ways to promote linguistic duality. In your speech, you referred to two main thrusts. It may be slightly administrative terminology, but I think it is referred to as horizontal coordination.
If I'm not mistaken, you would like the French language to be welcomed throughout government, in all departments and all agencies. Moreover, we have to promote duality in communities. In fact, we have representatives from these communities within our committee. I think that that is also an asset.
You will also note that much of the work done in this committee is done in French. Even if we seek to promote linguistic duality, we have to face reality and focus specifically on the French language in a minority setting, as well as on the English language in a minority setting, as is the case in Quebec. Three per cent of the people in my riding are anglophones.
You are listening to communities, and I think that's important. You want to express a vision stemming from a solid base. It is important to take the time to do that. Also, we sense that you are committed and that your government is committed to establishing a real partnership with linguistic communities. I think that above and beyond everything else, that is what transpires from your comments. It's a step in the right direction.
I referred to one issue. The previous bill did not seem to address the need for Air Canada to offer services worthy of a former crown corporation.
I think the committee will be vigilant in that regard and that we will be issuing recommendations to the government.
I thank you for your visit. If you would like to come back—