Quebec's Education Minister Sonia LeBel has announced a one-year delay in the implementation of the new French curriculum for elementary and secondary schools, now set to roll out in September 2027. This decision comes after feedback from educators who criticized the initial timeline as overly rushed, following pilot tests conducted in 55 classrooms last September. LeBel stated that the extra year would provide the Education Department more time to analyze these pilot results and ensure that staff receive adequate training before the new curriculum is introduced.

The updated French curriculum aims to enhance students' literacy skills through increased emphasis on daily reading and writing activities. It also seeks to reinforce the importance of Quebec culture, infusing the curriculum with interactive elements such as debates and role-playing. In addition, the curriculum will include updated vocabulary demands, alongside mandatory cultural outings designed to deepen students' understanding and appreciation of their heritage and language.

This decision reflects an effort to address concerns within the educational community while enhancing the quality of French language education in the province. By allowing time for proper evaluation and preparation, Quebec hopes to ensure a more effective and culturally enriched learning experience for its students, ultimately fostering a stronger attachment to the French language and Quebec's unique identity.