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Comparing the PTE Core to other IRCC accepted language tests

February 7, 2024 admin Canada, celpip, clb, Express Entry, ielts, IRCC, language test, pte core

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Wed, 07 Feb 2024 14:00:54 +0000

On January 30, IRCC announced that it is now accepting the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Core for all immigration programs that require a language test, except for the Student Direct Stream. The PTE Core is the third option for an English language test that candidates can take for their permanent residency application. The other […]

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Canadian Federal court denies work permit based on IELTS score

November 6, 2023 admin canada work permit, ielts, IRCC, labour market impact assessment, language testing, LMIA, Work, work permit

Credit to Author: Julia Hornstein| Date: Mon, 06 Nov 2023 13:00:35 +0000

Maryam Langaroodi is a citizen of Iran and was a home design and renovation manager for seven years. In 2022, Maryam signed an employment contract to work as a Residential Home Builder with a construction company located in Vancouver. The job duties and responsibilities included planning and preparing work schedules, selecting and employing trade subcontractors […]

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IRCC publishes criteria to receive designation as a language testing organization

August 12, 2023 admin cael, Canada, celpip, Express Entry, ielts, immigration, IRCC, ircc language testing, language testing, pearson, pte, sds, study

Credit to Author: Kareem El-Assal| Date: Sat, 12 Aug 2023 12:30:21 +0000

On August 11, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) published the criteria it uses to determine whether to approve a language testing organization. IRCC requires language tests for economic class permanent residence applicants as well as Student Direct Stream (SDS) applicants to ensure the candidates meet the required level of English or French language proficiency. […]

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New language tests now accepted for Canada’s Student Direct Stream

August 10, 2023 admin cael, celpip, designated learning institutions, dli, ielts, ielts academic, ielts general training, International students, international students in canada, pearson english test, sds, student direct stream, study, study in Canada, study permit, studying in usa vs. canada, toefel

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Thu, 10 Aug 2023 10:00:58 +0000

As of today, August 10, 2023, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is incorporating four newly approved English language tests for Student Direct Stream (SDS) applicants. The new list of approved language tests include: Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) General; Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL); and Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic; Test […]

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Prepare for IELTS by learning English in Canada

April 25, 2023 admin article position 3, CRS, English, Express Entry, ielts, ielts academic, ielts general training, PNP, sds, sponsor content, student direct stream, study, study in Canada, study permit

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

February 28, 2023 admin article position 3, CRS, English, Express Entry, ielts, ielts general training, PNP, sponsor content

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

February 14, 2023 admin article position 3, CRS, English, Express Entry, ielts, ielts general training, PNP, sponsor content

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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IRCC approves Pearson Test of English for Canadian immigration applications

February 1, 2023 admin Canada, canada immigration, celpip, clb, crs score, Express Entry, ielts, immigration, language testing, pearson, PNP

Credit to Author: Kareem El-Assal| Date: Wed, 01 Feb 2023 22:21:05 +0000

IRCC has just announced it has approved the Pearson Test of English for Canadian immigration applications. Beginning in “late 2023”, the Pearson Test of English (PTE) will join CELPIP and IELTS General Training as one of three designated language tests that skilled workers will be able to complete to demonstrate their English language proficiency to […]

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