Why Learn French?
Unlock Immigration & Career Opportunities with FrenchNOW!
French is more than just a language—it’s a pathway to Canadian permanent residency, career growth, and higher earnings. Whether you’re looking to boost your Express Entry CRS score or land a high-paying bilingual job, mastering French can open doors to a brighter future.
French for Immigration Success
- Express Entry Advantage
- Earn +50 to +60 CRS points with CLB 7+ in French
- Increase your selection chances in French-category draws
- Be eligible for Francophone immigration programs
Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs)
Many PNPs favor French-speaking applicants and offer extra points for language proficiency. Key provinces like:
- Quebec (Quebec Skilled Worker Program)
- Ontario (French-Speaking Skilled Worker Stream)
- Saskatchewan (Francophone Immigration Program)
- New Brunswick & Nova Scotia (French priority immigration streams)
Work Permit Extension via Francophone Mobility Program
French proficiency increases your eligibility for a work
permit extension:
- No LMIA required
- All NOC/TEER level occupations eligible (except primary agriculture)
- CLB 5 in speaking & listening is required.
- Job offer must be outside Quebec
- Spouses can apply for open work permits & children for study permits
"Francophone immigration plays a crucial role in strengthening Canada’s economy and national identity.
Rachel Bendayan
Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
French for Career Advancement
French proficiency isn’t just for immigration—it’s a career booster!
- Higher Earnings
- Bilingual men earn 3.8% more than monolinguals
- Bilingual women earn 6.6% more
- Private Sector Benefits
- Multinational companies seek bilingual employees
- In-demand roles in finance, marketing, law, and H
- Government & Public Sector Jobs
- Federal jobs require both English & French
- $800 annual bilingualism bonus for government employees
- Better job security & growth opportunities
Professional Growth & Mobility
- Work across different Canadian regions
- Expand your career to international markets
- Networking & Client Relations
- Gain an edge in finance, law, and education
- Build stronger client relationships
If we want to strengthen bilingualism, we must
recruit more Francophone immigrants.
Ginette Petitpas Taylor
Official Languages Minister
The Growing Demand for French in Canada
The Canadian government is actively promoting French through billions of dollars in funding and higher quotas for French-speaking immigrants.
- Action Plan for Official Languages 2023-2028
- $4.1 billion investment to grow French language education
- Target: 8% of all immigrants to be French-speaking by 2026
- Economic & Cultural Benefits
- Stronger integration into Francophone communities
- Government-funded French education programs
Bilingualism isn’t just an advantage—it’s a
necessity in today’s job market and immigration system.
Ginette Petitpas Taylor
Official Languages Minister
