Has Ottawa become a truly bilingual city? Not yet, but it must | Ottawa

As a city renowned for its cultural tapestry, Ottawa must rise to the occasion and embrace bilingualism not as an obligation but as an emblem of its identity.

Ottawa officially stands as a beacon of bilingualism. However, the question looms: has it truly achieved the status of a bilingual city? This question goes beyond mere legislative mandates such as By-law No. 2001-170 and Ontario's Bill 140 on bilingualism in Ottawa. It concerns the practicalities of implementation and the quality of services offered in both English and French. Read More