Acknowledging the unique character of New Brunswick, the English linguistic community and the French linguistic community are officially recognized within the context of one province for all purposes to which the authority of the Legislature of New Brunswick extends, and the equality of status and the equal rights and privileges of these two communities are affirmed. 1981, c.O-1.1, s.1
The Government of New Brunswick shall ensure protection of the equality of status and the equal rights and privileges of the official linguistic communities and in particular their right to distinct institutions within which cultural, educational and social activities may be carried on. 1981, c.O-1.1, s.2
The Government of New Brunswick, in its proposed laws, in the allocation of public resources and in its policies and programs, shall take positive actions to promote the cultural, economic, educational and social development of the official linguistic communities. 1981, c.O-1.1, s.3