I don't understand what is the big fuss. Canada is an officially bilingual country. It is understood that people who are bilingual have an advantage.

Yes, all gov jobs don't require french but some do, it depends on the location and the job itself, and even if the jobs don't require french, bilinuism could be an asset.

why do desis want to see discrimination in everything.

just to add to the discussion:

As I understand,
Bilinguial imeprative-means must know both french and english (reading and writing)
Bilinguial non imperative - Need to get to the level (reading and writing) for both languages within two years after starting the job
English / French essential - self explanatory

Again, not all jobs need French. Look at the language requirements for each job advertised.

i believe that there are language classes free of cost to immigrants called LINC. Anyone gone there to upgrade their french to get more fluent. They also have english classes...

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michelle288,

As I know there are classes that teach french at all levels. Run by HRDC? I think the fee is $25.