Premier Doug Ford and Francophone Affairs Minister Natalia Kusendova-Bashta marked Franco-Ontarian Day by celebrating the contributions of French-speaking communities across Ontario. The statement also noted Ontario’s planned participation in the 2026 Francophonie Summit in Cambodia, its role co-chairing a Canadian Francophonie council and hosting that council’s conference in 2027, and Canada’s bid to host the 2028 summit in Ottawa.
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The Ministry of Francophone Affairs is investing $3 million through the 2026–27 Francophone Community Grants Program to fund 75 projects across the province. The package — which includes a $1 million federal contribution under the Canada‑Ontario Agreement on Minority‑Language Services — supports French-language services, cultural activities, employment and economic development, health and newcomer integration.
The Ministry of Francophone Affairs is funding 75 projects through the 2026–27 Francophone Community Grants Program (FCGP) with a total budget of $3 million. The grants support community and culture initiatives and economic development across Ontario, including training, service expansion, digital projects and employment help.
City approves court translation contract
Bill 1262880001, City approves court translation contract, montréal city council approved a two-year, $2.364 million contract with Keleny inc. It is at Orientation au conseil d'agglomération as of June 15, 2026. Sponsored by Julien Hénault-Ratelle.
Montréal backs Francophonie Month declaration
Bill CM26-0144, Montréal backs Francophonie Month declaration, montréal city council passes a resolution marking Francophonie Month and invites residents to celebrate in March. It is at Résolution as of February 16, 2026. Sponsored by Soraya Martinez Ferrada.
Montreal grants $300K for audiovisual work
Bill 1255703019, Montreal grants $300K for audiovisual work, resolution would grant $300,000 to Bureau du cinéma et de la télévision du Québec for 2025–2028 to promote Montréal’s audiovisual industry. It is at Résolution as of February 16, 2026. Sponsored by Julien Hénault-Ratelle.
Quebec Schools Tighten Secular and French Rules
Students and staff must keep faces uncovered, with few exceptions. Most staff can’t wear religious symbols, schools bar group prayers, more French is required, and teachers face regular reviews.
Quebec Mandates Discoverable French Content Online
Streaming services and devices must highlight French content and offer easy French settings. A new office will enforce rules, with fines and funds to support French culture.
French-Language Community Consultation and Report
The bill makes the government hold a formal consultation with French-speaking residents. It collects experiences on schools and services and must publish a report with recommendations.
Franco Bookstore Promotion Act
Bill 58, Franco Bookstore Promotion Act, ontario would require publicly funded institutions to buy French-language books only from accredited Franco bookstores, starting six months after Royal Assent. It is at Second Reading as of November 17, 2025. Sponsored by Collard, Lucille, who voted for it.
An Act to amend the Official Languages Act, to enact the Use of French in Federally Regulated Private Businesses Act and to make related amendments to other Acts
Bilingual Poet Laureates Seek Change
Bill 22, Bilingual Poet Laureates Seek Change, bill would create English- and French-language Poet Laureates. It is at First Reading as of September 7, 2022. Sponsored by Collard, Lucille.
Bilingual Poet Laureates Bill Proposed
Bill 47, Bilingual Poet Laureates Bill Proposed, a bill would create English- and French-language Poet Laureates as officers of the Legislative Assembly, with the French laureate requiring a panel able to assess original French works. It is at First Reading as of November 15, 2021. Sponsored by Collard, Lucille.
Budget Bill Boosts Tax Credits, Wages
Bill 43, Budget Bill Boosts Tax Credits, Wages, the bill would implement budget measures, raise the general minimum wage to $15/hour in 2022, extend tax credits, establish a corporate register, and reform French-language services. It is at Third Reading as of December 9, 2021. Sponsored by Bethlenfalvy, Hon. Peter, who voted for it.
Franco Language Rights Bill
Bill 36, Franco Language Rights Bill, ontario bill would require agencies to offer services in French and English and create a French Language Services Commissioner. It is at First Reading as of October 28, 2021. Sponsored by Bourgouin, Guy.
Francophone Language Rights Bill Expands Access
Bill 20, Francophone Language Rights Bill Expands Access, bill would require covered agencies to offer services in French and English and establish bilingual court proceedings on request, with French Language Services Coordinators and multi-year service plans. It is at First Reading as of October 18, 2021. Sponsored by Simard, Amanda and Collard, Lucille.
French Health Information Rights Expanded
Bill 278, French Health Information Rights Expanded, ontario bill would require public health information to be available in French and allow French-language communication with health boards. It is at First Reading as of April 15, 2021. Sponsored by Bourgouin, Guy.
Health card to show language needs
Bill 264, Health card to show language needs, bill would require OHIP cards to show language needs. It is at First Reading as of March 23, 2021. Sponsored by Bourgouin, Guy.
Hatpins Day Proclaimed to Honor Francophone Rights
Bill 258, Hatpins Day Proclaimed to Honor Francophone Rights, bill would proclaim January 7 as Battle of the Hatpins Day to recognize Francophone rights in Ontario. It is at First Reading as of March 8, 2021. Sponsored by Bourgouin, Guy.
French Language Services Act Overhaul
Bill 137, French Language Services Act Overhaul, new bill would require government agencies to offer bilingual French-English services and allow bilingual court proceedings. It is at First Reading as of November 5, 2019. Sponsored by Bourgouin, Guy.