HIST 2600 Lecture Notes - Lecture 11: Charter Of The French Language, James Cross, Robert Bourassa
19 Apr 2016
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He also implemented the use of both languages in house of commons. Royal commission on biculturalism and biculturalism - french ca ia poorer than english ca; beyond this, francophones living outside of qu there was a threat to the french language/culture. Pearson introduced new flag for ca long debate, maple leaf used because it resonated with all canadians. A lot of the british cas upset about the loss of the british flag imperial connection marked w an end after the flag is changed. Trudeau 69 passes the official languages act which aimed to provide all federal civil services in both english and french bilingualism key. French language schools had more support outside of qu. Move toward ca as a more bilingual place as english ca"s quiet revolution" revisioning identity away from b ties. A lot of english speakers felt negatively about the emphasis on french speakers, but also highlighted ca becoming a more tolerant nation.
