EXPERT HELP FOR OBTAINING A FRANCIZATION CERTIFICATE IN QUEBEC
Are you navigating the complex world of corporate francization in Quebec? You don’t have to do it alone!
While we don’t provide these services directly, we work closely with trusted experts in corporate language compliance. Whether you’re starting the process or maintaining compliance, our experts are ready to support you and make the process easier for you.
While we don’t provide these services directly, we work closely with trusted experts in corporate language compliance. Whether you’re starting the process or maintaining compliance, our experts are ready to support you and make the process easier for you.
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WHAT IS FRANCIZATION OF BUSINESSES, AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?
Francization is the process of ensuring that businesses operating in Quebec comply with the Charter of the French Language. With recent updates to Law 14 (formerly Bill 96), businesses must adapt their operations to prioritize French as the primary language of the workplace, customer service, and internal communications.
Failing to comply can lead to fines and operational delays. However, with the right support, achieving compliance is not just a regulatory necessity—it’s an opportunity to strengthen your connection with the Quebec market and build trust with customers and employees.
Failing to comply can lead to fines and operational delays. However, with the right support, achieving compliance is not just a regulatory necessity—it’s an opportunity to strengthen your connection with the Quebec market and build trust with customers and employees.
FRANCIZATION REQUIREMENTS FOR BUSINESSES ACTIVE IN QUEBEC
In Quebec, businesses are required to comply with francization laws based on the number of their employees.
Here's what you need to do:
25 to 99 Employees: Reg Register with the Office québécois de la langue française (OQLF) to start the process to get your francization certificate.
Deadline: By June 1, 2025, or within six months of reaching this employee threshold.
100 or More Employeаees : O Obtain a Francization Certificate from the OQLF. Establish a Francization Committee to oversee and ensure the use of French in the workplace.
Deadline: Within six months of reaching this size.
Na Navigating these requirements can be complex. Our experts offer comprehensive support to help you meet deadlines, understand the rules of the OQLF, apply regulations in your business, and reduce friction on the path to compliance.
Here's what you need to do:
25 to 99 Employees: Reg Register with the Office québécois de la langue française (OQLF) to start the process to get your francization certificate.
Deadline: By June 1, 2025, or within six months of reaching this employee threshold.
100 or More Employeаees : O Obtain a Francization Certificate from the OQLF. Establish a Francization Committee to oversee and ensure the use of French in the workplace.
Deadline: Within six months of reaching this size.
Na Navigating these requirements can be complex. Our experts offer comprehensive support to help you meet deadlines, understand the rules of the OQLF, apply regulations in your business, and reduce friction on the path to compliance.
100 or More Employees:
25 to 99 Employees:
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How can Translation Agency of Canada help to obtain a francization certificate?
With our experienced consultants specializing in corporate language compliance, we can offer:
With their expertise, your organization will have the tools and guidance needed to meet Quebec’s language requirements efficiently.
- A detailed analysis of your organization’s current language situation.
- Customized strategies to achieve compliance.
- Full support with OQLF documentation and communication.
- Training for committee members and employees.
- Assistance in forming a Francization Committee and implementing best practices.
With their expertise, your organization will have the tools and guidance needed to meet Quebec’s language requirements efficiently.
LET US SUPPORT YOU IN NAVIGATING THE OQLF PROCESS
Francization involves detailed paperwork and back-and-forth communication with the OQLF. While external consultants cannot correspond directly with the OQLF, our expert ensures everything is prepared accurately and efficiently by:
- Drafting all necessary correspondence for your internal team to submit.
- Preparing required documents.
- Identifying compliance gaps and addressing them proactively.
- Supporting your team throughout the process.
WHY START EARLY?
Starting early makes francization much more manageable. It allows you to:
By preparing ahead of time, you can use this need as a chance to improve your business processes and establish a connection with your target audience.
- Resolve potential issues before they escalate.
- Minimize operational disruptions.
- Simplify the path to certification.
By preparing ahead of time, you can use this need as a chance to improve your business processes and establish a connection with your target audience.
Consequences of Non-Compliance with the Charter of the French Language
Non-compliance with the Charter of the French Language can result in formal notices, orders to comply, and criminal penalties. Recurrences lead to heavier fines. Under Law 14, legal entities (companies) may face fines from $3,000 to $90,000 per day.
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