Judge’s decision doesn’t end sign law jurisdiction: Some anglophone rights activists are heralding Quebec court Judge Danielle Coté’s decision last week which struck down the Bill 101 requirements that French must be predominant on commercial signs.

However, some observers are suggesting it may be too early to celebrate as Premier Lucien Bouchard’s decision to appeal the ruling in the Lyon and Wallrus case maintains the status quo for the duration of the appeal process, which could take several years to complete.

“I think it’s a very positive step forward,” says Outaouais Alliance president Richard Henderson.
Henderson says the judge’s decision “is part of the evolutionary process of the language law in Quebec,” and should not be looked at as a fait accompli.

Sieur de Coulonge brings Globe project: New this year, Ecole Secondaire Sieur de Coulonge is offering Secondary V students an opportunity to experience international business for the school year, thanks to the Junior Achievement International, the Pontiac SADC/CFDC and the local business community.
Students create their own import/export business and are twinned with another student corporation located in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico. Later this year, certain students will be chosen to visit their business colleagues in Mexico who likewise, will visit the Pontiac.

Teacher Yves Bisson and his 29 Secondary V students started the program Oct. 4. Denise Laderoute, a well known local business-woman, has undertaken the role of volunteer business consultant with the young entrepreneurs for the duration of this year’s program.