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Élections Québec is mailing voter info in French only, sparking backlash from English-speaking groups who say it excludes voters — despite past bilingual efforts. Citing a 2022 language law that prioritizes French in public institutions, they claim the election timeline won’t allow bilingual mailers, even after requesting an exception. Advocates push back, arguing the law’s own exceptions don’t justify this exclusion, while political leaders weigh in — some criticizing institutional bilingualism but supporting English access for voting, others worrying about older voters without internet. With ballots due October 5th and materials arriving September 18th, the debate underscores Quebec’s struggle to balance language rights with democratic inclusion.

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