A little background....

In May 1998, the National Human Resources Development Committee (NHRDC) for the English Linguistic Minority was created to help Quebec's English-speaking communities draw on their strong heritage to rebuild for the future. This community-government partnership flows from the government of Canada's commitment - under the Official Languages Act - to support and foster the English and French minority groups in Canada.

National Committee (NHRDC) = Community Table + Government Table
By bringing together the diverse members of Quebec's English-speaking community, the Community Table provides a strong mechanism for voicing our opinions, sharing our experiences and influencing policy. With a clearer understanding of our needs, the Government Table - represented by Human Resources Development Canada and other government partners - can better coordinate the policies and programs designed to support the English-speaking minority.