(CBC) Newcomers to Quebec and their advocates say the premier-designate is taking the wrong approach to integrating immigrants, after François Legault said he will proceed next year with Coalition Avenir Québec’s plan to cut immigration levels by 20 per cent.
At his first news conference as incoming premier, Legault confirmed Tuesday that his government will go ahead with the Coalition Avenir Québec’s immigration program, including its plan to subject recent immigrants to French-language and values tests.
Christian Nana, an immigrant from Cameroon, said Legault’s proposed tests could frighten people considering moving to Quebec.
“The French tests are already there,” Nana said, suggesting those who don’t pass will leave the province for English-speaking provinces — regardless of government policy.
