Official Languages committee  When it comes to the Supreme Court, the Barreau's position is that it would not be acceptable. We see that in hearings. Some judges are able to read French and English, but when it's time for the judge to put questions to a francophone litigant, anglophone judges unfortunately sa

Official Languages committee  Exactly.

Official Languages committee  That was done in Judge Rowe's case.

Official Languages committee  It primarily depends on the region.

Official Languages committee  Okay. Mr. Aylwin actually answered a question on that issue in this committee. He was not in a position to know whether there were enough anglophone judges in that region. Of course, chief justices can still ensure, when necessary, that a judge has a solid understanding of Engli

Official Languages committee  The Government of Quebec has had some pretty vigorous debates with the Barreau de Montréal. We may join the parade if, by some misfortune, we do not manage to agree, but we seem to be on the right track for the time being. The Barreau de Montréal has clearly said that it would a

Official Languages committee  I can answer that question. In reality, the important thing is not to know what the Barreau's position is on functional bilingualism, but to determine how we will define it. We believe that judges must be bilingual. A bilingual judge is able to read, write and converse in Englis

Official Languages committee  I will answer the first question and let Ms. Champagne answer the second one. As I understand your first question, you are wondering what the Government of Quebec is doing about translating statutes.

Official Languages committee  Mr. Chair and former president of the Barreau, vice-chairs, and ladies and gentlemen of the committee, good morning. It's a tremendous pleasure to be here to discuss this extremely important topic. I would like to begin by thanking the committee for inviting the Barreau du Québe