Jean-François Roberge opened public hearings on Bill 9, aimed at reinforcing Quebec’s secularism, emphasizing that it is not against any specific religion. The bill proposes extending bans on religious symbols in state-funded daycares, restricting group prayers in public spaces, and prohibiting religious dietary laws in public institutions. While some groups support the measures, others argue for broader application and caution against imposing secularism on public spaces. The bill includes a grandfather clause for current employees, but daycare representatives seek further study before implementation.
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