Written by Gabriela Estrada

Speaking French can make a difference in a person's future life, even if the level is intermediate. In Canada, a bilingual country (English and French), mastering both languages can be a direct path to permanent residency, as well as to university, faster employment and a fulfilling life in the country.

The Intermediate level of French is classified as a B2and represents an "independent user of the language, meaning that the speaker is not only fluent, but can communicate with fluency and spontaneity, understand complex ideas and participate in discussions with a certain fluency. But how does this translate into tangible benefits for a professional and life project in Canada?

In this blog, I explain in four specific scenarios what you can achieve in Canada with a B2 level in French. Let's get started!

The power of a B2 in French

• B2 level can add points to your migration profile

For many Canadian immigration candidates, French at the B2 level is a differentiating factor. differentiating factor. Here are several reasons:

• Sum points (CRS) in the Express Entry Express Entry system: achieving a BLC 7 or higher in French (which generally corresponds to a B2 in tests such as the TEF or TCF) earns you additional points in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). These points can make the difference between receiving or not an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence, as Express Entry is competitive with scoring.
• Provincial Nomination Programs (PNP): major French-speaking communities such as Ontario and New Brunswick have nomination programs where proficiency in French at the B2 level can qualify you for specific migration streams.
• Quebec: this is the officially French-speaking province of Canada, and the B2 level is usually the minimum required for many immigration programs. In addition, it is essential for the selection process of candidates for permanent residence and to ensure their quality of life once settled.

• B2 level opens up job opportunities

In an officially bilingual country like Canada, French is not just a requirement; it is a competitive advantage. competitive advantage competitive advantage in the job market. Here are the reasons why:

• You have more access to jobs because you are not limited to jobs where only English is spoken.. With a B2, you can apply for those roles that require interaction with French-speaking clients, administrative work in bilingual offices, or even positions in the federal government.
• You are eligible for higher salariesYou are eligible for higher salaries, because your ability to communicate fluently in both official languages makes you worthy of a more senior position and better remuneration.
• Professional integration is easierYou can participate in meetings, understand professional jargon and communicate with colleagues and superiors in French. This favors a quicker and more successful adaptation to the job.

• B2 level can take you to university

If your plan includes studying in Canada, a B2 in French can help you in the admissions process. Here are the reasons:

• French-speaking institutions, such as universities and colleges, are colleges in Quebec and other French-speaking provinces, accept students with a B2 level of proficiency.. To study in Canada, you need to understand the language, and the intermediate level opens up a range of academic programs in French that you can choose from to develop in your future profession. With a B2, you can follow classes, participate in discussions, make presentations and write reports with confidence, which enriches your learning experience.
• You can apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) and obtain permanent residency.. Studying in Canada is a possibility to qualify for this permit, and after graduating participate in programs such as the Canadian Experience Class (CEC)which leads to permanent residency.

• A B2 enables a full life in Canada

A B2 in French allows you to live Canada in a much more pleasant way. It is like being aligned with the society and understanding it from the Latin vision and the French-speaking approach. This allows several things, namely:

• Handling day-to-day life with confidenceFrom going to the supermarket, interacting with public services, attending cultural events or simply socializing. A B2 level translates into autonomy and self-confidence to function in Canada without limitations.
• It facilitates the connection with the French-speaking customs of Canada.It allows you to understand the nuances of the accent, the humor and the history of its people, making you feel truly at home.
• Laying the foundation for a good support network and facilitates the creation of new friendships and contacts that are important and valuable to your well-being and adjustment.

B2 level in French is an achievable dream

Those who dream of living in Canada and have managed to speak French at a basic level, only need to take the next step to reach the benefits of the powerful B2 level. Speaking intermediate French is already an excellent demonstration of your ability to function in the job market, in job interviews and in the way you lead an integrated life. How to achieve it? With strategy and planning. 

The French courses we offer at Planet Immiland have a migratory approach that brings you closer to the Canadian reality with a strategic method and personalized plans.

Our programs are designed both to pass international exams (TEF, TEC) and to acquire the language skills you really need in Canada.

If you speak French and you want to go up to B2 level, do not hesitate and discover the curriculum of our course INTERMÉDIAIRE B2with which you can develop linguistic skills in the four areas of the language: writing, reading, speaking and listening.

Planeta Immiland can help you in your language learning to live in Canada. Contact us at for more information and we will be happy to help you.

I hope this topic will motivate you to keep learning French and achieve higher and higher levels!

Thank you very much for reading us. See you in the next blog.

With love, 

Planeta Immiland Education