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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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Understanding the IELTS Speaking test

January 21, 2023 admin article position 3, CRS, English, Express Entry, ielts, ielts general training, PNP, sponsor content

Credit to Author: IELTS| Date: Sat, 21 Jan 2023 11:31:16 +0000

In this post, we will look at the three parts of the IELTS Speaking test, the assessment criteria, and suggest how you can improve your performance in each part. What is the format of the IELTS Speaking test? The Speaking test lasts for 11-14 minutes and there are three parts. Each part is designed to […]

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What is the Student Direct Stream?

December 27, 2022 admin designated learning institution, dli, ee, Express Entry, ielts, nclc, pgwp, post-graduation work permit, provincial nominee program, sds, settle in canada, student direct stream, study, study in Canada, study permit, visa application centre

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Tue, 27 Dec 2022 13:00:17 +0000

Canada’s Student Direct Stream (SDS) is a program designed to expedite applications for a study permit for international students from 14 countries. Immigration Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will aim to process applications of individuals applying through this program within 20 days. The eligible countries are: Antigua and Barbuda; Brazil; China; Colombia; Costa Rica; India; […]

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Vocabulary: one of the keys to success in IELTS

December 20, 2022 admin article position 3, canadian immigration, English, english test, Express Entry, ielts, ielts academic, ielts general, IRCC, sponsor content

Credit to Author: IELTS| Date: Tue, 20 Dec 2022 13:00:46 +0000

In this post we’ll explore vocabulary for IELTS. Everyone knows good vocabulary knowledge will help you get a better score in the IELTS test. What role does vocabulary play in the IELTS test and how important is it? The more words you know, the more you will understand in the IELTS Listening and Reading sections. […]

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IELTS: Which test is needed for Canadian permanent residency?

November 10, 2022 admin article position 3, canadian immigration, English, english test, Express Entry, ielts, ielts academic, ielts general, IRCC, PNP, sponsor content

Credit to Author: IELTS| Date: Wed, 09 Nov 2022 09:57:26 +0000

To apply for Canada PR (permanent residency), you will need to prove your English proficiency by taking an IELTS test. There are two different versions of IELTS: IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training. To apply for Canadian permanent residency, you will need to take IELTS General Training. IELTS General Training evaluates your abilities to use […]

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The cost of creating an Express Entry profile

September 21, 2022 admin canadian experience class, celpip, cost, designated organization, education credential assessment, Express Entry, federal skilled trades program, federal skilled workers program, ielts, immigration, immigration refugees and citizenship canada, Invitation to Apply, IRCC, ita, permanent residence, right of permanent residence fees, settlement funds, tcf, tef, translation

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Wed, 21 Sep 2022 12:00:15 +0000

Canada’s Express Entry is an electronic system used to manage applications of skilled workers pursuing permanent residence (PR) in Canada. Established in 2015, the Express Entry system (which spans the Canadian Experience Class program (CEC), the Federal Skilled Workers Program (FSWP), and the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)) represents a path to immigration that has […]

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How to improve your listening skills for the IELTS Listening test

September 13, 2022 admin article position 3, canadian immigration, English, english test, Express Entry, ielts, language test, listening, sponsor content

Credit to Author: IELTS| Date: Tue, 13 Sep 2022 11:30:20 +0000

In this post, we will look at some simple activities to help you develop four listening skills, each crucial to doing well in the IELTS Listening test. The good thing is that you already use these skills every day in real life in your own language(s). Four crucial listening skills for success The 4 skills […]

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IELTS: What is helpful leading up to your test?

April 19, 2022 admin article position 3, English, Express Entry, ielts, IRCC, language test, language training, permanent residence, PNP, sds, sponsor content, student direct stream, study permit

Credit to Author: IELTS| Date: Tue, 19 Apr 2022 12:30:22 +0000

IELTS is the world’s most popular high stakes English language test. Many take IELTS to realize their academic and professional ambitions. There are some key areas of IELTS that you should cover in the time leading up to the test to ensure you get the best IELTS band score possible. In this article we will […]

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New Express Entry draw invites 3,600 candidates to apply for Canadian permanent residence

August 12, 2019 admin canada express entry, canada invitation to apply, crs score, ielts, IRCC, occupations in-demand, oinp, provincial nominee program, Uncategorized

Credit to Author: Stephen Smith| Date: Mon, 12 Aug 2019 17:14:52 +0000

A new Express Entry draw took place Monday, August 12, in which a total of 3,600 invitations to apply for Canadian permanent residence were issued to candidates with scores of 466 and above. The cut-off score of 466 in today’s draw is seven points above the minimum score of 459 in the previous invitation round […]