Written by Gabriela Estrada

In the world of Latin American immigration, having an ace up your sleeve can make all the difference. Many Latinos aspire to enter Canada through conventional routes, and that's fine, but these are often highly competitive and involve more steps. So this is where the Francophonie comes in as an effective strategy, offering a powerful avenue for those seeking to establish themselves in this vast and diverse country. Why? Because of the value the Canadian government places on its second official language: French.

How much migratory power does the French have? Read with me this article from our blog and discover the usefulness of speaking this language and how to learn it for travel purposes for Canada. Let's get started!

The power of French in the migration process

French is not only the language of love, but also a key that opens countless doors in Canada. With more than 8 million native speakers across the country, mastering this language can significantly facilitate migration, adaptation and integration into Canadian society. 

The Express Entry trend in the French category this year 2024 highlights the importance of this language skill, as French-speaking candidates have found less competition and greater opportunities to receive an invitation to apply for permanent residency. No doubt, the power of speaking French is as great as Canadian geography itself, but... and how useful is it for emigrating?, read on below!

Learning French to emigrate: a good strategy

Learning a new language is entering a different world that arouses curiosity and a bit of trepidation about memorizing different vocabulary, pronouncing correctly, conversing fluently, etc., but when it comes to French, it is more worthwhile to look at the benefits than to dwell on the sacrifice and effort. Improving French language skills not only increases the chances of success in the Canadian immigration system, but also prepares applicants for a life full of opportunities in French-speaking communities. 

In Canada, the native population is welcoming and very appreciative of foreigners communicating in French. In particular, employers tend to notice Latino candidates who speak French and consider them highly for high-paying jobs with the possibility of longer tenure with the company. Many Hispanics have learned French without even knowing that it would allow them to move to another country and change their lifestyle. Today, it is already known that French is positioned as one of the most spoken and used languages for economic growth. 

It all starts with a free language placement test to identify how much you know about French, there are many on the web; we, as an English and French language school, also offer a free test that places you in the corresponding level to start a strategic learning process with which you can achieve a CLB 5, this is the key requirement to apply for the Mobilité Francophone program. Mobilité FrancophoneThis is the key requirement to apply for the Mobilité Francophone program, which allows you to enter Canada and apply for permanent residency thanks to French! How to activate the Francophone Plan? Read the following steps!

Migration profile assessment process: Francophony Plan

The first step in activating the Francophonie Plan is to assess your migration profile. This assessment will help you identify your strengths and areas for improvement, and determine how French can play to your advantage. Here are some key points:

• Initial assessment: begin by reviewing your current language skills, work experience, educational level and other relevant qualifications.

• Identify immigration programs: investigate immigration programs that value French, such as Mobilité Francophone and Express Entry's category-based selections for French speakers.

• Action plan: develop an action plan to improve your French skills. This plan may include French classes, internships and conversation clubs, taking language exams such as the TEF or TEC.

The Francophonie Plan is working very well for immigrating to Canada. Learning French is easier than we think because this language shares the Latin root of our native Spanish. Here are some effective strategies to achieve it:

• Practice daily with the use of mobile applications and platforms to listen to podcasts in French, watch movies and series in this language, switch your computer screen to French, in short, do everything that serves to familiarize yourself with its daily use.

• Interact with native speakers or seek opportunities to converse with them. It has been proven that daily conversation with other French speakers, no matter if you are a beginner or not, activates your fluency, improves your memory, concentration and problem-solving skills, and helps you understand the cultural and contextual subtleties of French faster. If you wish, you can join our conversation club.

Where can I learn French for migration purposes?

There are countless schools that teach French, but if it's about emigrating, our academy is the one for you, Planeta ImmilandWhy? Because the courses are focused on acquiring language skills and, in turn, increase the chances of success in the migration process. Our French programs offer:

• Customized methodology for immigrants: these courses address the particular needs of students, providing a practical approach to life in Canada.

• Flexibility and accessibility: we handle both classroom and online formats with courses that adapt to your schedule and learning pace.

• Qualified instructors: native French speakers and/or bilingual, with experience in teaching the language to immigrants.

Planeta Immiland's courses are designed specifically for immigrants, with a methodology adapted to their needs. All are conducted in groups of 8 people to ensure personalized attention and a collaborative learning environment.

In closing, I leave you with a thought: learning French should not be a goal to be exclusively used for conversation locked up at home. It is a powerful tool that can open doors to a promising future. If you want to take the first step, take our free test. At the end, you will get a discount and immediate results with the most suitable course for your level.

You can explore the website https://www.planeta-immiland-education.com/cursos-frances and register in the course of your interest.

Thanks for reading, see you in the next blog!

With love,

Planet Immiland