Official Languages committee  I didn’t say compliance with the act was better. I think there was a misunderstanding. It’s important to examine the conditions that lead to greater compliance with the Official Languages Act. Earlier, I talked about the principles that would need to be incorporated in any meas

Official Languages committee  I think that is something the FCFA called for.

Official Languages committee  I think it’s an important change, as well. Without it, the act is less binding and gives people the choice as to whether or not to comply. That change would make it clear.

Official Languages committee  Yes.

Official Languages committee  I think the bill proposed by the FCFA is rather well done and has some good ideas, but I would suggest a few minor changes.

Official Languages committee  I’ll start with the good part. Creating an official languages tribunal is a good idea, and I also think using research to better support the implementation of the act is very positive. On the whole, I think the bill is quite good. However, I would point to a few issues. With res

Official Languages committee  Thank you for the invitation and the opportunity to contribute to the committee’s study. I’m going to begin with a few words about our research institute, for those who aren’t familiar with us. The Canadian Institute for Research on Linguistic Minorities was established in 20