The Recognition of Two Official Languages in Canada

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By Michel Bastarache

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ebook

ISBN

9781552216590

Series

Understanding Canada

Author

Michel Bastarache

Publisher

University of Toronto Press

Release

01 September 2023

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Law Politics Nonfiction

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  • >fficial bilingualism comprises Canadians' ability to deal with their own state authorities, and in matters of public life, in the official language of their choice. In color: rgb(0, 0, 0);
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  • >, former Supreme Court Justice Bastarache focuses on the evolution and the modern fabric of the bilingual state. The object of this book is to explain the nature of language rights and their importance in Canada's constitutional history. It is intended to educate anyone with an interest in public policy, whether they are students, lawyers, or policy makers, and to inspire in readers a willingness to promote justice in language policies, however best they can. The first chapter presents a list of current language rights in Canada and explains some of the interpretative principles that must be used when analyzing these rights. The next three chapters examine the history of language rights as part of the history of Canada, starting with the pre-Confederation period, then the first few decades following Confederation, and, lastly, the period from the Bilingualism and Biculturalism Commission to today. The final chapter discusses language rights issues present in Canada today, from education to immigration, and looks at some proposed legislative reforms. 

    • Format

    ebook

    ISBN

    9781552216590

    Series

    Understanding Canada

    Author

    Michel Bastarache

    Publisher

    University of Toronto Press

    Release

    01 September 2023

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    Subjects

    Law Politics Nonfiction
    The Recognition of Two Official Languages in Canada