Bill 8 is a proposed Quebec legislation that would extend parts of Bill 101, the province’s French-language law, to adult education and vocational training. If the bill passes, it will limit access to English-language programs and services in these sectors. Many school boards, training centres, and communities across Quebec have shared concerns about its impact on society. To keep you informed, we’ve gathered resources that explain what Bill 8 might mean for education and training in Quebec. Explore the following articles to understand this important issue and its effects on our communities.
- May 26, 2026 – English Montreal School Board (EMSB), Protect our Adult Education and Vocational Training Centres
- May 28, 2026 – The Record, “Policies that reduce educational access do not promote French” – Sherbrooke Record
- June 4, 2026 – City News, Quebec tables law to extend Bill 101 to English-language adult and vocational education
- June 4, 2026 – The Canadian Press, Concerns over expansion of Quebec language law to adult education, vocational school — TALQ
- June 5, 2026 – Council of Chiefs, Press Release, Kahnawà:ke responds to Quebec’s proposed expansion of Bill 101 affecting adult education – Kahnawà:ke
- June 10, 2026 – The Suburban, School boards object to proposed Bill 101 expansion
