OTTAWA,
ON, June 24, 2024 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister,
Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on
Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day:
"Today, on Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day, we join Francophone
communities and Francophiles in Canada in celebrating the culture, traditions,
and contributions of Francophones across the country.
"Each year, from coast to coast to coast, friends and families
gather on Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day to celebrate Quebec's and Canada's Francophone heritage, which is a
source of pride at the heart of our national identity and our
history.
"The Government of Canada
continues its efforts to protect and promote our beautiful French
language. That is why, in Budget 2024, we are further
supporting the implementation of An Act for the Substantive
Equality of Canada's Official
Languages. This modernized legislation will strengthen the use
of French by ensuring better access to learning opportunities,
protecting the institutions that serve official language minority
communities, and promoting the French language in Canada and internationally.
"On behalf of the Government of Canada, I wish a happy Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
to everyone celebrating. I strongly encourage Canadians to
celebrate this day by taking part in the activities happening in
their communities. Together, we will continue to strengthen our
Francophone communities to build a better and more inclusive
Canada."
This document is also available at https://pm.gc.ca
SOURCE Prime Minister's Office