Languages

Learn more about our official languages as well as the variety of Indigenous languages spoken nationwide.

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Official languages and bilingualism

Learn about the history and importance of official languages, English and French linguistic minority communities and bilingualism. Discover a myriad of learning and funding opportunities.

Indigenous languages

Learn more about Indigenous languages as well as the tools and programs in place to help support the reclamation, revitalization, maintaining and strengthening of Indigenous languages in Canada.

Resources of the Language Portal of Canada

Browse through a collection of language resources, writing tools and quizzes to help you improve your English and French.

La Francophonie

Learn how Canada’s involvement in La Francophonie promotes its French-speaking communities’ cultures and values.

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Indigenous language resources

Check out the Language Portal of Canada’s Indigenous language section. You’ll find a wealth of resources!

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Consultations on official languages

Have your say! From May 24 to the end of August, take part in the 2022 Cross-Canada Official Languages Consultations.

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Annual Report on Official Languages

Check out the Official Languages Report 2019-2020. Find out how the Government promotes both official languages.