Due to confusion over what’s allowed, “members of Quebec English-speaking communities risk being deprived of their right to obtain health care in English.” Confused by Quebec’s tougher French rules, health-care workers are avoiding English, threatening access to care for anglophone Quebecers, the federal language commissioner says. “The strengthening of the Charter of the French … Read more
Constitutional lawyer Julius Grey says Bill 1 portrays Quebec as a “totally different society” from the rest of Canada. The Legault government’s proposed Quebec constitution would reduce rights and freedoms and is meant to “raise tensions” with Ottawa and insulate the province, constitutional and civil-rights lawyer Julius Grey warns. He said Bill 1 — the Quebec … Read more
Experts are raising red flags that Bill 1 would reinforce the power of the state at the expense of the people — the opposite of what constitutions are supposed to do. For a bill touted as the “law of laws,” the Legault government’s proposed constitution for Quebec has so far resulted in the spilling of … Read more
Legislation lays out vision for province, but critics say it could infringe on individual freedoms Quebec Premier François Legault took many by surprise when, last month, his government introduced a proposed constitution for the province without consulting the population first. The constitution, he said, would protect the common values of the province, including the French language, secularism, … Read more
An anglo rights group says Bill 1 follows the same pattern as other Legault government laws that curtail minority rights, centralize power and limit dissent. A lawyer for an anglophone rights group is warning that Quebec’s proposed constitution would give the government sweeping powers, stifle dissent and make it far harder to challenge laws in … Read more
Celebrating our people is more important than one might think, especially in a time when good news feels rare. Recently, TALQ — the provincial advocacy group for organizations supporting anglophone services — honoured 30 people who make a difference in their communities and who contribute in meaningful, often under-recognized ways. The occasion marked the organization’s … Read more
Antonia Macris is being recognized for her significant contributions and dedication to improving the lives of those around her. She is a passionate youth and community leader with extensive experience as a non-profit director and government manager. Her dedication to supporting Hellenic youth across Canada has earned her both the King Charles III Coronation Medal … Read more
Steve Kaufmann, a linguist and podcaster, says he’s impressed by the level of bilingualism among anglos when he visits his native Montreal. We collectively spend so much time arguing over language and language legislation in Quebec that when I had the opportunity to sit down with Steve Kaufmann, a linguist and polyglot who speaks more … Read more
As TALQ marks its 30th anniversary, we are turning the spotlight on the people who have shaped the vitality of English-speaking Quebec. Through 30for30, TALQ is recognizing 30 individuals whose leadership, creativity, and dedication have strengthened their communities across the province. From arts and education to health, advocacy, and heritage, this diverse group of laureates … Read more
As TALQ marks its 30th anniversary, we are turning the spotlight on the people who have shaped the vitality of English-speaking Quebec. Through 30for30, TALQ is recognizing 30 individuals whose leadership, creativity, and dedication have strengthened their communities across the province. From arts and education to health, advocacy, and heritage, this diverse group of laureates … Read more
As TALQ marks its 30th anniversary, we are turning the spotlight on the people who have shaped the vitality of English-speaking Quebec. Through 30for30, TALQ is recognizing 30 individuals whose leadership, creativity, and dedication have strengthened their communities across the province. From arts and education to health, advocacy, and heritage, this diverse group of laureates … Read more
There is something foreboding about a provincial government that violates two of the fundamental human rights in Canada’s Constitution – freedom of conscience and religion, and freedom of expression – and then announces that it wants to write its own constitution. It portends a document that will divide people along politically drawn lines. That is … Read more