Bilingual Positions in the Federal Public Service

Canada's two official languages are English and French. The Public Service of Canada has designated some positions as bilingual so that the Canadian population can be served in their official language of choice, and that, in bilingual regions, the work environment is conducive to the use of both official languages. The Public Service Commission supports departments and agencies in staffing these positions.

Here you will find information on:

• Second language testing
  Assessment of second language proficiency
• Second language training
  for federal public servants
• Legislation and policies
  affecting bilingual positions the federal government
• Statistics
  Links to data on bilingual positions, appointment processes and other official languages issues
• Responsibilities
  Who does what in the federal government with respect to bilingual positions
• Links
  Web sites related to bilingual positions
• Glossary
  Definitions of common terms used
• Contacts
  Who to contact with your questions
• Frequently Asked Questions