At ELAM, we have spent more than three decades supporting organizations operating in complex linguistic environments. Over the years, one thing has become clear: language in the workplace is never just about words. It’s about clarity, confidence… and today, compliance.
Since the adoption of Law 96, many organizations have been asking practical questions. What does this actually mean for us? How do we meet the requirements? How do we support our teams? And most importantly, how do we approach this in a smart, strategic way?
Law 96: Beyond a Legal Framework
Law 96 strengthens French as the official and common language of Québec, particularly in the workplace. It ensures that employees have the right to work in French and requires organizations to prioritize French in their internal communications, job postings, documentation, and services provided to consumers.
But beyond the legal articles and regulations, the broader message is clear: French must become the natural language of professional communication in Québec.
This impacts meetings, one-on-one interactions, informal conversations, emails, presentations, team discussions — in short, everyday business life.
Where Training Makes the Difference
Compliance doesn’t happen by chance. It is built deliberately.
At ELAM, our training goes far beyond teaching grammar and vocabulary. We work from real, practical situations: leading a meeting, contributing effectively to discussions, writing clear and professional messages, speaking confidently with clients.
Our programs are tailored to your industry, your terminology, and your internal challenges. The objective is straightforward: to enable your teams to operate comfortably and professionally in French, with confidence and authority.
In practice, compliance with Law 96 ultimately depends on employees’ real ability to use French effectively in their day-to-day roles.
French Connection: Designed for Québec’s Business Reality
With this in mind, we created French Connection.
Customized to your organization’s specific needs and aligned with the requirements of Law 96, French Connection empowers your teams to participate more actively in meetings, discussions, and everyday interactions — while strengthening their connection to the French language and Québec’s francophone culture.
The program emphasizes professional oral communication, clear and effective business writing, and an understanding of Québec’s cultural nuances. Learning remains structured, flexible, and measurable — supported by technology and AI-driven tools — while always keeping the human element at the forefront.
An Opportunity to Strengthen Your Company Culture
We see it time and again: organizations that approach Law 96 as an opportunity rather than a constraint emerge stronger.
Investing in language training improves internal communication. It strengthens team cohesion. It empowers every individual to engage fully in the life of the organization.
Language is a strategic tool. It shapes collaboration, performance, and organizational culture.
At ELAM, we don’t simply fulfill a legal mandate. We help organizations build strong, inclusive, and sustainable workplaces — in French.
