IELTS and TEF Language Proficiency Tests

Updated: July 4th, 2024

Canada is a multicultural country with two national languages: English and French. Depending on the province you would like to live in, you may have to brush up on your language skills or pick up one of the two languages to assimilate in Canadian society.

Becoming proficient in English or French (or both) could help you achieve higher education, open up job opportunities, network, create and maintain meaningful relationships.

English Proficiency Language Tests

The English language tests accepted by the Canadian government are The International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS), the Pearson English Test (PTE), and the Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP).
While the Canadian government values all these tests equally, we recommend that you take the IELTS. This test is internationally available, it’s relatively easy, and you could utilize our training course in preparation for the exam.

French Proficiency Language Tests

Many immigrants coming to Canada opt for French proficiency tests because they are interested in regional programs aimed at attracting French-speakers for various occupations.

There are two types of French proficiency tests, the Test d’évaluation de français pour le Canada (TEF Canada), which is administrated by The Paris Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and the Test de Connaissance du Français pour le Canada (TCF Canada), administrated by France Éducation International.

The TEF proficiency test is also divided into two categories, the TEF for immigrants looking to immigrate to Canada and the TEFAQ for those looking to settle in Quebec. The TEF is accepted by both the general admission and the province of Quebec.