Difference between revisions of "Community of Official Languages"

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Community of Official Languages

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The OL Connection

January 2026

Implementation of Section 36: FAQ **NEW**

This document provides answers to frequently asked questions about the application of the new provision under section 36 of the modernized Official Languages Act which, starting June 20, 2025, gives all federal employees in bilingual regions the right to be supervised in the official language of their choice, regardless of the linguistic identification of their position.

Second-Language Requirements for Bilingual Supervisory Positions (CBC Initiative)**NEW**

As of June 20, 2025, new appointments made to bilingual supervisory positions that involve the supervision of employees in bilingual regions are required to meet a superior level of second official language proficiency.

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 '''<span style='color:#3095B4;'>[https://wiki.gccollab.ca/Community_of_Official_Languages/Linguistic_requirements_supervisors Second-Language Requirements for Bilingual Supervisory Positions (CBC Initiative)**NEW**]</span>'''
-: As of June 20, 2025, new appointments made to bilingual supervisory positions that involve the supervision of employees in bilingual regions will be required to meet [https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/values-ethics/official-languages/workplace.html a superior level of second official language proficiency.]
+: As of June 20, 2025, new appointments made to bilingual supervisory positions that involve the supervision of employees in bilingual regions are required to meet [https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/values-ethics/official-languages/workplace.html a superior level of second official language proficiency.]