By adopting Bill S-3, the government decided to introduce positive measures. However, thus far, the exact nature of these positive measures has not yet been defined.
A positive measure that we are suggesting here is the notion of equivalency. You asked whether the principle will apply, if it is felt that the English-language community is already well served and well informed. My answer would be that it may not be necessary; it may be felt that the English-language community is already very well informed. If not, and a little more is done for the English-language community — good for them! Implementing positive measures in keeping with the spirit of Bill S-3.
We therefore have no difficulty with the notion of equivalency, even when it is applied to the majority group. It is not a crime to do more to help the English-language community. Indeed, it would simply be an example of a positive measure and thus in keeping with the positive spirit of the act. At least that is our interpretation of the legislation, and we therefore have no problem with this notion. We have absolutely no objection to the English-language community enjoying even more benefits under an equivalency-based system.