The ability to communicate and work in one or both of Canada’s official languages is very important to you, as a skilled worker. Abilities in English, French or both will help you in the Canadian labour market.
Language proficiency is one of the six selection factors for skilled workers. You will be awarded up to 24 points for your basic, moderate or high abilities in English and French. You will be given points based on your ability to:
Listen, Speak, Read and Write.
Description of Each Level of Ability:
Use the following chart to assess your skill levels according to the Canadian Language Benchmarks. Follow the links for a description of each skill level.
| Proficiency Level |
Ability |
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Speaking |
Listening |
Reading |
Writing |
| HIGH: You can communicate effectively in most social and work situations. |
Speaking: High |
Listening: High |
Reading: High |
Writing: High |
| MODERATE: you can communicate comfortably in familiar social and work situations. |
Speaking: Moderate |
Listening: Moderate |
Reading: Moderate |
Writing: Moderate |
| BASIC: You can communicate in predictable contexts and on familiar topics, but with some difficulty. |
Speaking: Basic |
Listening: Basic |
Reading: Basic |
Writing: Basic |
| NO: You do not meet the above criteria for basic proficiency. |
Does not meet Basic Level |
Does not meet Basic Level |
Does not meet Basic Level |
Does not meet Basic Level |
Your First and Second Official Languages
If you have some abilities in both the English and French language, decide which language you are more comfortable using. This is your First Official Language. The other is your Second Official Language.
We strongly recommend that you take a language test from an approved organization if you are claiming skills in a language that is not your native language.
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