Demographic Decline of English Speakers in Certain Regions of Quebec

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Title
Demographic Decline of English Speakers in Certain Regions of Quebec
Abstract
How is English faring in Quebec? While 2021 census data reflect a recent increase in English usage in the Montreal and Gatineau areas, a more complex portrait emerges when examining other parts of Quebec and longer time periods. The 20th century was marked by a decline in the proportion of English speakers in most Quebec regions. The trend has shifted in the past 20 years, yet a notable decline continues in parts of coastal Quebec, the Eastern Townships, and Rouyn-Noranda. This brief looks at regions experiencing a decline in their English-speaking populations, and considers the forces driving recent changes.
Institution
Quebec English-Speaking Communities Research Network (QUESCREN)
Date
June, 2024
Pages
8
Language
en
Rights
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Citation
Bell, Shannon, and Patrick Donovan. Demographic Decline of English Speakers in Certain Regions of Quebec. Quebec English-Speaking Communities Research Network (QUESCREN), June 2024.
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