I am no expert in international trade. Nonetheless, a free trade agreement with the European Union is now under way. Negotiations have not concluded nor has the agreement been ratified, but in my opinion, this agreement will allow Canadian companies to do business in Europe. In my opinion, Canadian youth and university students have increasingly international prospects.
I have always thought that learning both official languages opened the door for our youth in the international arena. I have noted that more and more young Canadians are moving in that direction and in doing so, had begun by learning the second official language, and that this process had demystified learning other languages, while helping youth acquire an awareness of other cultures. I know that international companies wish to hire Canadians because of their sensitivity to other cultures and their language skills.