Mr. Speaker, Premier Bouchard has reneged on his solemn promise that language would not become a health issue.
Quebec law directs regional health boards to review access plans to health and social services across the province. Qualified French
and English experts determine health services that are required to adequately serve all Quebecers. There is no legal or moral reason to refer this matter to the Office de la langue française, for language is a diagnostic and therapeutic tool.
This is pure political harassment that has sparked a new wave of protest and deep concern within the English speaking community, justified concern. The level of distrust has rightly reached new heights.
Premier Bouchard, when you ask for trust, your actions belie your words. The paramount issue here is not the language of work but the right to the language of treatment.