Because such a post has never before existed, Ignace said the group is building the office from the 'ground up' and needs to take the time to get it right
OTTAWA — Canada's first commissioner of Indigenous languages said Mondayhe hopes to have his office fully operational by the summer — about two years after it was first announced.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government has prioritized revitalizing Indigenous languages as one of its goals in advancing reconciliation with First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities across the country. Ignace was appointed to the role in June 2021, along with several directors, and told MPs that the main focus to date has been on staffing up the office.
Because such a post has never before existed, Ignace said the group is building the office from the "ground up" and needs to take the time to get it right.