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Quebec French ( French: français québécois [fʁɑ̃sɛ kebekwa] ), also known as Québécois French, is the predominant variety of the French language spoken in Canada. It is the dominant language of the province of Quebec, used in everyday communication, in education, the media, and government.
English and French are the two official languages of Canada, but the majority of the population speaks English. However, there is a unique region in Canada where the primary language is French, and that is the province of Quebec. Quebec is the largest province in Eastern Canada, and its cultural background is rooted in French colonialism.
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Feb 13, 2024 · Updated on February 13, 2024. Wondering if they speak English in Québec City? One of the common misconceptions about visiting Québec City is that you need to speak French or if you do not speak French, everyone will be rude to you. This, thankfully, is complete fiction.
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Since 1974, French has been the only official language in the province, although some government services remain accessible in English . Quebec has the distinction of being bilingual on constitutional and federal levels, while officially allowing only French in its provincial institutions.
Oct 5, 2018 · French is the province's official language, and according to the 2011 census, almost 95% of the population report that they are able to speak French. Largest Languages in Quebec. French is the native language of 78% of the population, amounting to about 6,102,210 people.
May 24, 2022 · May 24, 2022. OTTAWA — Quebec’s legislature on Tuesday passed a law to reinforce the primacy of the French language, limiting access to public services in English and enhancing government...
May 21, 2022 · Simon Jolin-Barrette, the minister responsible for the French language, says that since Quebec is a French province, it should use its official language with the public. "One thing is for...
