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Langue française : Appuyons Simon Jolin-Barrette et Mélanie Joly!
/in Language News, Press Coverage /by Catheline MoreauBILINGUISME INSTITUTIONNEL Alors que tout le monde s’entend sur l’importance de renforcer le français, vouloir imposer systématiquement le bilinguisme aux juges francophones de districts majoritairement francophones, sous prétexte que certains de leurs résidants sont anglophones, laisse pantois. Rappelons que cela aurait pour effet d’interdire aux avocats unilingues francophones d’accéder à la magistrature dans la plus grande partie […]
Corey Hoare: To be Free to Protest in your Own Language
/in Language News, Press Coverage /by Catheline MoreauTo focus on the language of protest placards when they are written in English is merely a side issue and a distraction when the premier of the province continues to minimize systemic discrimination as a fact of Quebec life, writes Corey Hoare, a Montreal university admissions administrator. Read more (In French)
Job Posting: Legal and social Policy Researcher (2 openings) – Access to Justice in English Project
/in Careers, QCGN News /by Catheline MoreauStart Date: as soon as possible Term: up to March 31, 2023 (approx. 2 years depending on start date) Salary: 45,000 CAD to 55,000 CAD depending on experience ABOUT THE ACCESS TO JUSTICE IN ENGLISH PROJECT The QCGN considers access to justice in English in Quebec as essential to strengthening community vitality and representation. The […]
Community Roundtable – March 2021
/in QCGN News /by Chelsea CraigSector Portraits
/in QCGN News /by Chelsea CraigPolicy Gap Portrait: Arts, Culture and Heritage Sector The strength of this sector is critical to our community’s sense of belonging and in providing recreational and cultural activities in our language. In mobilizing community stakeholders to promote the culture and heritage of our Official Language Minority Community (OLMC) we sensitize the larger community to the value and importance of our community vitality. […]
UnpublishedTV: Is the French Language in decline in Quebec?
/in Language News, Press Coverage /by Catheline Moreau(VIDEO) The Quebec Community Groups Network (QCGN) is uncomfortable with the direction the federal government has chosen regarding proposed changes to the Official Languages Act, QCGN Board member Eva Ludvig says during a videocast panel discussion on Unpublished TV. “What is being introduced is really changing the dynamics between English-and French-speaking people in this country […]
We are all Quebecers: #OuiOurQuebec
/in Language News, QCGN News /by Catheline Moreau#OuiOurQuebec is a community campaign which celebrates English-speaking Quebecers and their contributions to making this province a great place to live. Initiated by the Quebec Community Groups Network (QCGN) in cooperation with many of its members, community organizations and individuals, it seeks not only to highlight our contributions and sense of belonging, but also to […]
Event: The Official Languages Act and Quebec’s English-speaking Community
/in Language News, QCGN News /by Catheline MoreauDate: Thursday March 25 Time: 5 to 6 p.m. As part of the Quebec Community Groups Network’s effort to better inform our community about its language rights, we are hosting a series of webinars. This second in the series The Official Languages Act and Quebec’s English-speaking Community will feature journalist, author and lecturer Graham Fraser, the […]
No parades? No problem: Here are a few St. Patrick’s Day events going on in Quebec
/in Press Coverage /by Catheline MoreauFor the second year in a row, the usual St. Patrick’s Day merrymaking is being curtailed by the pandemic Normally at this time of year, St. Patrick’s Day celebrations would be in full swing. But for the second year in a row, COVID-19 has curtailed many plans for in-person merrymaking. We’ll have to wait at […]
Families launch grassroots movement to save Montreal’s Fulford Residence
/in Press Coverage /by Catheline MoreauFamilies with loved ones living at the Fulford Residence for women were shocked to learn that the home is closing in September due to financial difficulties. Now in a race against the clock, Christopher Holcroft, whose 76-year-old mother lives at the residence on Guy Street, has started a movement to fight the reallocation. “During a […]
How a local organization is empowering Black youth
/in Press Coverage /by Catheline MoreauThe agency was born out of DESTA Black Youth Network — a non-profit Montreal community group founded in 2006 that aims to reduce individual and systemic barriers to employment for Black youth. It offers professional services in graphic and web design, communications and marketing. CBC Montreal had the chance to speak to DESTA graphic designer Kamden Biggart and multidisciplinary designer Peeta […]
There is a literacy helpline for English-speaking Quebecers
/in Press Coverage /by Catheline MoreauLiteracy Quebec has unveiled a free Literacy Helpline (1-888-521-8181) to help adult English speakers connect with their provincial network of literacy organizations in February 2021. Their support comes at a time when an easy access route to resources is more important than ever with so many people stuck at home alone or trying to support their […]
No place to go or hide: A deeper look into how vulnerable Montreal women are trying to survive
/in Press Coverage /by Catheline MoreauWith the pandemic entering its second year and tight restrictions still in place in Montreal, women who are experiencing poverty, homelessness and domestic violence have had to face the additional burden of a relentless public health crisis over the past 12 months. The city, which has been hard hit by COVID-19 since last March, has […]
You’re hired! Now stay home. New recruits navigate the pandemic working world
/in Press Coverage /by Catheline MoreauFeeling pressured to overperform and prove himself is something 27-year-old Jama Jama can relate to, especially after landing a temporary job in October as an administrative clerk. He describes it as “feeling stuck, feeling that it’s never enough, like most students or people of my generation.” He’s been working remotely during the pandemic since graduating […]
Facing Common Challenges for a More Vital Community
/in QCGN News /by Chelsea CraigSummary Report December 1, 2020 The Facing Common Challenges for a More Vital Community Consultation was held on December 1, 2020 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. via Zoom with 72 stakeholders in attendance. During the consultation we reviewed the primary themes and challenges identified in the first year of the Community Growth Plan before introducing our objectives for year 2. The first objective is to have a mobilization strategy developed by community partners working […]