We often hear this observation. However, the Treasury Board must ensure that people have the necessary tools to get the language training they need to do their job better. It isn't just a matter of seeking out language training, but also, more importantly, of maintaining language skills once they've been acquired. That requires creating a much more linguistic inclusive workplace.
What is also interesting is that Minister Fortier's mandate letter provides for scholarships to 1,000 people to improve their second language skills to better integrate into the public service. Means have been established to achieve this.