Canada

Heritage Minister James Moore Dept: In a country as vast and as diversified as Canada, our official languages play indeed an essential role in making sure that this country stays united, Moore said at a high school near Parliament Hill where he unveiled highlights of the five-year roadmap, according to Montreal Gazette. Although the Harper government has at times faced criticism in recent years for neglecting Canada language legislation which requires protection, survival and access to services for communities from both language groups Moore said the renewed roadmap confirms that his Conservative party supports bilingualism and OTTAWA Heritage Minister James Moore touted a renewed $1.1 billion plan to protect bilingualism in Canada Thursday as a central plank in the country political health and stability. The plan would focus on education, immigration and the health of minority English and French-speaking communities in response to consultations across the country. Moore said this would benefit Canada while helping provide a competitive advantage to businesses. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.