Intergovernmental Affairs, Francophonie, August 19, 2016 - Edmundston
New Brunswick and Quebec sign French language declaration
The provincial government and the Quebec government have signed a declaration to emphasize their commitment to the French language and their desire to continue advancing French in Canada. The declaration recognizes the key role played by Acadians, Quebecois and francophone communities across the country in founding and building Canada. From left: Economic Development Minister Francine Landry, who is also minister responsible for La Francophonie; and Quebec Minister responsible for Canadian Relations and the Canadian Francophonie Jean-Marc Fournier.