Where Can I Take the English Test for Canadian Citizenship in Kitchener-Waterloo?
Wondering where you can take your English test for Canadian citizenship in Kitchener-Waterloo? You’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll show you how to register for an English test for Canadian citizenship with Pathways. Additionally, we’ll provide tips for preparing for your CELPIP test and how the process works.
What is the English Test for Canadian Citizenship?
The English test for Canadian citizenship is formally known as the Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) test. It tests a non-Canadian’s ability to read, write, speak, and understand English. The Government of Canada uses a non-Canadian’s CELPIP score to determine whether their understanding of English is good enough to be a citizen. If other proof of English proficiency is available, the Government of Canada will use that instead.
What Score Do I Need to Pass the English Test for Canadian Citizenship?
Your English speaking, listening, reading, and writing, must score a minimum of 7 out of 12 for citizenship. Your score is based on The Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) system, which gives you a proficiency level between CLB 1 (lowest) and CLB 12 (highest).
Each section (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) of the CELPIP test are graded separately. Test-takers should receive their CELPIP/CLB score within 3 to 4 business days.
Where Can I Take the English Test for Canadian Citizenship in Kitchener-Waterloo?
Pathways Education is a certified CELPIP testing facility. For years, we have hosted CELPIP testing for hundreds of non-Canadians on the path to Canadian citizenship.
Take your CELPIP test in our Kitchener or Guelph testing facility:
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Pathways’ main location is at 248 Stirling Avenue South, Unit 3, Kitchener, Ontario, with free on-site parking available for test-takers.
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Pathways also has a Guelph location, located at 650 Woodlawn Road West, Unit 5, Guelph, Ontario. There is also free on-site parking for test-takers at our Guelph location.
How to Take Your CELPIP Test with Pathways
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Head to our CELPIP Testing Page
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Click on the button at the top of the page that says “Schedule Your Test”
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You’ll be taken to CELPIP’s official website to create an account, submit your personal information, accept the terms of service, and click on the “I’m not a robot” captcha.
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Once your account is created, you’ll be able to schedule a test at one of our locations.
If you are having trouble, feel free to contact us directly about your test or phone us:
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Kitchener Phone Number: 519-772-1477
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Guelph Phone Number: 519-766-1477
We can help you schedule your test.
Will a Pathways CELPIP Test Proctor Help Me?
Unfortunately, we are not permitted to help test-takers during the test. You are required to complete the test on your own without any help or guidance.
If you have any questions or concerns about your test, feel free to reach out to us. We’ll try to help as best we can leading up to test day.
Preparing for Your CELPIP Test: Free Resources & Tips
In addition to hosting CELPIP tests, we also provide support through free resources and tips to help you pass your English test. We offer free study materials to prepare for your test. They are available in this blog: CELPIP General Test: Our Preparation Guide to Pass