Ideally, we should be able to recruit immigrants directly from abroad to find people who already speak French. The problem is that, with temporary immigration, people arrive here, begin their studies in English or another language and work in English. It's unreasonable to think they'll change and adopt French at home to ensure French survives. The francophone immigration program must apply across the country; we have to start including language requirements in applications for temporary stay permits, for both studies and work. We should have temporary language requirements so we can have francophones once they become permanent residents.
On April 4th, 2022. See this statement in context.