We are concerned about this, as well. It is important to remember that the position, and not the person, is designated bilingual. If the position is designated bilingual, it is designated bilingual, whether the position is being filled on an interim basis or permanently. The obligations are the same. Managers must serve their staff and, when they are in a position permanently or on an acting basis, they have to speak to Canadians and clients. The designation remains the same.
On March 26th, 2013. See this statement in context.