Newcomer access to credit in Canada improves over time, according to new study

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Thu, 28 Sep 2023 12:30:18 +0000

Credit invisibility occurs when an individual’s credit history is too short for a reporting agency to calculate a credit score, or they lack enough information to calculate “the most” accurate credit scores. Due to the widespread importance of building credit in Canada – whether to finance a vehicle, apply for a student loan or acquire […]

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CAEL and CELPIP are now accepted for Canada’s Student Direct Stream (SDS)

Credit to Author: CELPIP| Date: Sat, 03 Jun 2023 09:05:54 +0000

We are pleased to announce that international students looking to study at a Canadian post-secondary institution can now choose a Canadian-made English language proficiency test when applying for a study permit with the Student Direct Stream (SDS). Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced that starting on August 10, 2023, the Student Direct Stream […]

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Immigration to Canada: 7 Tips for the Writing Component of your CELPIP Test

Credit to Author: CELPIP| Date: Mon, 15 May 2023 09:46:05 +0000

To help you get ready for the written portion of your CELPIP Test, we’ve put together the 7 following strategies. We know that for some test takers, making sure their written English skills measure up to their speaking, reading, and listening skills can be a challenge. With these 7 strategies, you’ll be able to build […]

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Moving to Canada: Top 10 Pre-Arrival Checklist (Part 1)

Credit to Author: TD| Date: Wed, 03 May 2023 11:00:56 +0000

Moving to a new country is a big step and being well-prepared can make all the difference. If you’re planning a move to Canada, there are a lot of things to consider before you arrive, from gathering the necessary documents to finding a place to live and preparing for employment. To help you make a […]

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Prepare for IELTS by learning English in Canada

Credit to Author: IELTS| Date: Tue, 25 Apr 2023 12:00:33 +0000

Are you planning on getting a study permit to learn English in Canada? If so, read on to find out why this is a great idea with many benefits. Learning English in Canada can be a great way to improve your language skills and prepare for the IELTS test. Following this, you can open up […]

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What are language test requirements for Canadian immigration?

Credit to Author: Julia Hornstein| Date: Wed, 12 Apr 2023 12:00:57 +0000

Canada’s federal and provincial skilled worker immigration programs require that you complete a language test. The language test requirement applies to the federal Express Entry system, the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and Canada’s other various skilled worker streams. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration Completing a language test is necessary to demonstrate that […]

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8 Tips for the Speaking Component of your CELPIP Test

Credit to Author: CELPIP| Date: Mon, 06 Mar 2023 15:25:08 +0000

In this post, we have put together 8 helpful tips for the Speaking component of the CELPIP Test. We’ve heard from many of our test takers that the speaking component of an English proficiency test is one of the most challenging parts of proving their language skills. Follow these 8 strategies to gain confidence and […]

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IELTS Writing Task 2: Preparing to write, how to generate ideas

Credit to Author: IELTS| Date: Tue, 28 Feb 2023 12:30:18 +0000

Many students start writing before planning what they are going to say. This could lead to a writing response which is disorganized and could negatively affect their score. In this blog, we’ll look at how you can improve your writing skills and suggest some ideas for effective planning so that you are ready for test […]

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10 tips for IELTS General Training Writing

Credit to Author: IELTS| Date: Tue, 14 Feb 2023 12:30:26 +0000

Do you need help with the IELTS writing section? In this post, we will look at what you need to know about the IELTS writing section in the General Training test so that you can be ready for success on test day. 1) Know the format You are expected to complete two tasks in 60 […]

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Heightened proficiency in English and French among recent immigrants indicates greater potential for success in Canada

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Fri, 03 Feb 2023 14:00:49 +0000

According to the 2021 Canadian census, which was released in Q4 2022, more than 9 in 10 people who immigrated to Canada between 2016 and 2021 reported being able to conduct a conversation in English or French. Although most recent immigrants (69.4%) reported non-official languages as their mother tongue, 92.7% of people in this group […]

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