Should Manitoba Become a Truly Bilingual Province?
Official title: Manitoba: A Truly Bilingual Province
Manitoba wants to hear from you about making the province truly bilingual. The government is developing a long-term strategy to improve access to French-language services across multiple sectors. This survey and public consultations are the first step in shaping that plan.
Why This Matters
Speak French? This could mean better access to government services, healthcare, and education in your language. Even if you don't, this shapes what kind of province Manitoba becomes. Bilingualism affects schools, signage, and how government serves everyone.
What Could Change
Manitoba could adopt a formal bilingualism strategy affecting government services, healthcare, and education. New requirements for French-language services could be introduced across multiple sectors. This would be a significant policy shift for the province.
Key Issues
- How should Manitoba improve access to French-language services?
- What sectors should be prioritized for bilingual services?
- What should a long-term bilingualism strategy look like?
How to Participate
- Complete the online survey to share your views on bilingualism in Manitoba.
- Register for one of the upcoming public consultations by emailing bilingualmanitobabilingue@gov.mb.ca.
- Submit detailed written remarks or suggestions by email to bilingualmanitobabilingue@gov.mb.ca.
Events
| Date | Event | Location | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 15, 2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM CT | Online Consultation (French) | Virtual | |
| October 20, 2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM CT | In-Person Consultation (French) - Winnipeg | Université de Saint-Boniface, Salle Sportex, 200 av. de la Cathédrale, Winnipeg | |
| October 21, 2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM CT | Online Consultation (English) | Virtual | |
| October 23, 2025 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM CT | In-Person Consultation (French) - Notre Dame de Lourdes | Bilingual Service Centre, 51 Rogers Street, Notre Dame de Lourdes | |
| October 28, 2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM CT | Online Consultation (French) - Remote Regions | Virtual |