Air Canada CEO 'deeply saddened' his poor French skills distracted from victims of crash
Michael Rousseau has faced calls to resign for not speaking French in his message after the LaGuardia crash, which killed two Air Canada pilots.
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"I sincerely apologize for this, but I am continuing my efforts to improve."
— Michael Rousseau , Executive
"Rousseau's English-only message showed a lack of compassion."
— Mark Carney , Politician
"I believe Rousseau should step down if he is unable to speak French."
— François Legault , Politician
Key People
Air Canada pilot who died in the crash.
The Premier of Quebec who supports Bill 21.
The second Air Canada pilot killed in the accident.
Mark Carney is the Prime Minister of Canada.
Michael Rousseau is the CEO of Air Canada.
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Michael Rousseau has faced calls to resign for not speaking French in his message after the LaGuardia crash, which killed two Air Canada pilots.
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