“I want the government to officially recognize Spanish Language Day. This connects many Canadians to their heritage. It would be a good symbolic gesture.”
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Spanish Language Day
A statement recognizing Spanish Language Day, which the UN and 21 countries celebrate. The member making the statement spoke about being the proud daughter of a Mexican immigrant and noted Spanish is now the most widely spoken non-official language in Canada.