Improve your English or French

Improve your English or French 

Canada has two official languages: English and French. Cape Breton has several Francophone communities, including Cheticamp and Arichat. To communicate effectively in Cape Breton, it is recommended that you have Basic English or French skills. 

Many immigration streams at the Federal and Provincial levels require specific scores in one of Canada’s official languages. Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) or Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) are scores used across Canada to place you at a language level at a national standard. The CLB or NCLC required varies by immigration program. You are encouraged to review the minimum required score for your specific immigration program. 

You can access English or French language testing through the following institutions: 

Inside Canada:

English
French

Outside Canada:

English
French

Resources to Improve English

Local Settlement Providers 

Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) provides English language courses to newcomers. For people living in Cape Breton, some of these courses may be available online through their LINC Home Study program. Learn more here:

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Last Modified: September 19, 2021