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'Colonial thinking': Inuit criticize backlash to Gov. Gen. Mary Simon’s brand of bilingualism

CBC·Bianca McKeown·23 days ago
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North Inuit are criticizing the prime minister's emphasis on the next governor general's bilingualism. They point out that the outgoing Governor General Mary Simon is also bilingual in English and Inuktitut. Simon took criticism for her inability to speak French. Some Inuit say that's unfair Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Gov. Gen. Mary Simon is bilingual in both English and Inuktitut, and has been taking French lessons since her appointment. Incoming Gov. Gen Louise Arbour speaks English and French. (Jason Burles/CBC ) Crystal Martin says it was “emotional” when she and her daughter watched Mary Simon be sworn in as Governor General in 2021. “For me, it was this moment of she can see herself in that role if she wanted to,” Martin, an Inuk advocate, said.…

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