From Basic to B2 | DELF • DALF • TEF Canada • TCF Canada

Whether you're learning French for Canada PR, study abroad, career advancement, or personal development, Kanan.co offers structured French language training designed to help learners progress from complete beginners to advanced proficiency.

Our programs follow the internationally recognized CEFR framework and provide comprehensive preparation for DELF, DALF, TEF Canada, and TCF Canada through Online, Offline, and Personalized coaching.

Why Learn French?

French is one of the world's most influential languages, spoken by more than 300 million people across five continents. As an official language in 29 countries, including Canada, France, Belgium, Switzerland, and Luxembourg, learning French opens the door to global education, international careers, immigration opportunities, and cultural enrichment.

Global Career Opportunities

French is one of the most sought-after second languages by employers worldwide. Professionals who are fluent in both English and French are highly valued across industries such as hospitality, aviation, tourism, international business, education, government services, and multinational organizations.

Benefits include:

• Better employment opportunities
• Increased salary potential
• Access to bilingual government positions
• Career opportunities with multinational companies
• International freelancing and teaching opportunities

Study Abroad Benefits

French language proficiency can significantly strengthen applications for universities and colleges in French-speaking countries.

Popular Study Destinations

• Canada
• France
• Belgium
• Switzerland
• Luxembourg
• Other Francophone countries

French certification can improve admission prospects, scholarship opportunities, and post-study career options.

Work & Settle Abroad

French language skills can support your long-term goals of studying, working, or settling abroad by helping you:

• Increase employability
• Strengthen immigration profiles
• Improve student visa applications
• Access public service positions
• Expand international career opportunities

Personal Growth & Cultural Enrichment

Learning French is also an enriching personal experience. It allows you to explore:

• French literature
• Art and cinema
• International travel
• Global networking
• The cognitive benefits of bilingualism

Why Learn French for Canada PR?

Boost Your Express Entry Profile

French is one of Canada's two official languages. To encourage bilingual immigration, Canada awards additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points to eligible candidates who demonstrate proficiency in French.

Whether you're an international student, skilled worker, or planning to immigrate directly from your home country, learning French can become one of the strongest assets in your Canadian immigration journey.

Why Canada Encourages French Speakers

Canada actively promotes Francophone immigration outside Quebec through dedicated immigration initiatives.

Candidates with strong French language skills can benefit from:

• Additional CRS points
• French-language Express Entry draws
• Improved chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA)
• Enhanced opportunities through Provincial Nominee Programs
• Extend or renew their work authorization under the Francophone Mobility Program. 

As a result, French-speaking candidates are often invited with lower CRS scores compared to general Express Entry applicants.

DELF & DALF Certifications

The DELF (Diplôme d'Études en Langue Française) and DALF (Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française) are international recognized certifications awarded by the French Ministry of National Education.

These qualifications assess your ability to communicate effectively in French across the four essential language skills and are accepted by universities, employers, and institutions around the world.

DELF vs DALF

DELF	DALF
Designed for beginners to upper-intermediate learners	Designed for advanced French speakers
Covers CEFR Levels A1 to B2	Covers CEFR Levels C1 and C2
Focuses on everyday communication and independent language use	Assesses advanced academic and professional communication
Suitable for students, professionals, and beginners	Suitable for university admissions, professional careers, and advanced proficiency

Important:
Both DELF and DALF certificates are issued by the French Ministry of National Education and remain valid for life. There is no expiry date.

DELF & DALF Exam Pattern

Section	Question Type	What to Expect
Listening (Compréhension Orale)	Multiple-choice questions, matching, short-answer questions	Audio conversations, announcements, interviews, discussions
Reading (Compréhension Écrite)	Multiple-choice, true/false, matching, short-answer questions	Emails, notices, articles, advertisements, reports
Writing (Production Écrite)	Letters, emails, articles, opinion writing, essays, reports	Task complexity increases with CEFR level
Speaking (Production Orale)	Interview, role play, discussion, presentation	Face-to-face assessment with examiner

Exam Difficulty

• DELF A1–A2 focuses on everyday communication.
• DELF B1–B2 requires independent communication and argument building.
• DALF C1 assesses structured arguments, presentations, and advanced writing.
• DALF C2 evaluates near-native fluency through discussion and document analysis.

Scoring & Passing Criteria

The examination is scored out of 100 marks, with each skill carrying 25 marks.

To successfully pass the exam, candidates must:

• Score 50 marks or above overall
• Achieve at least 5 marks in each language skill

Failure to meet the minimum score in any individual skill results in an unsuccessful attempt, regardless of the overall score.

Results & Certification

Following the examination:

• Results are typically announced within 2–8 weeks
• Successful candidates receive an official certificate issued by the French Ministry of
• National Education
• The certification remains valid for life
• Candidates who do not pass may retake the examination in a future session

Why Choose DELF or DALF?

A DELF or DALF certification demonstrates internationally recognized French language proficiency and offers numerous academic and professional advantages.

Key Benefits

• Lifetime validity
• Global recognition
• University admissions
• Scholarship opportunities
• Career advancement
• Professional credibility
• Strong preparation before TEF Canada or TCF Canada

Please note: DELF and DALF certifications cannot be used to claim French language points for Express Entry. Canadian immigration applicants must take TEF Canada or TCF Canada.

TEF Canada & TCF Canada

The TEF Canada and TCF Canada examinations are the official French language tests accepted by IRCC for Canadian immigration.

These examinations evaluate proficiency in:

• Listening
• Reading
• Writing
• Speaking

The scores are converted into NCLC (Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens) levels, which are used to calculate French language points for Express Entry and other Canadian immigration programs.

TEF Canada Exam Format

Module	Duration	Question Type	Description
Listening	40 Minutes	40 MCQs	Audio-based comprehension questions
Reading	60 Minutes	40 MCQs	Reading comprehension and vocabulary
Writing	60 Minutes	2 Writing Tasks	Task 1: Write a message or email. Task 2: Express and justify an opinion
Speaking	15 Minutes	2 Speaking Tasks	Task 1: Gather or provide information in a conversation. Task 2: Convince, persuade, negotiate, or express opinions during an interaction with the examiner

TEF Canada – NCLC Conversion

NCLC Level	Listening	Reading	Speaking	Writing
NCLC 10–12	546–699	546–699	556–699	558–699
NCLC 9	503–545	503–545	518–555	512–557
NCLC 8	462–502	462–502	494–517	472–511
NCLC 7	434–461	434–461	456–493	428–471

TCF Canada Exam Format

Module	Duration	Question Type	Description
Listening	25–35 Minutes	MCQs	Listening comprehension
Reading	60 Minutes	MCQs	Reading comprehension
Writing	60 Minutes	3 Writing Tasks	Task 1: Write a message. Task 2: Describe, explain, or narrate. Task 3: Present and justify an opinion on a given topic
Speaking	12 Minutes	3 Speaking Tasks	Task 1: Personal introduction and conversation. Task 2: Role play or information exchange. Task 3: Express and defend opinions on a topic

TCF Canada – NCLC Conversion

NCLC Level	Listening	Reading	Speaking	Writing
NCLC 10–12	549–699	549–699	16–20	16–20
NCLC 9	523–548	524–548	14–15	14–15
NCLC 8	503–522	499–523	12–13	12–13
NCLC 7	458–502	453–498	10–11	10–11

Understanding the Scores

• TEF Canada uses a numerical score (0–699) for every module.
• TCF Canada reports Listening and Reading on a 699-point scale, while Speaking and Writing are assessed by examiners using performance bands (1–20), which are then converted to NCLC levels.
• For Express Entry, IRCC evaluates your results based on the NCLC level, not the raw exam score.

TEF Canada vs TCF Canada

Feature	TEF Canada	TCF Canada
Listening	40 MCQs	MCQs
Reading	40 MCQs	MCQs (Optional in the standard TCF exam; mandatory in TEF Canada)
Writing	2 Tasks	3 Tasks (Optional in the standard TCF exam; mandatory in TEF Canada)
Speaking	2 Tasks	3 Tasks
Mandatory Modules	All four modules (Listening, Reading, Writing & Speaking) are mandatory.	Listening & Speaking are mandatory. Reading & Writing are optional in the standard TCF exam.
Accepted by IRCC	✓	✓
Validity	2 Years	2 Years
Express Entry Accepted	✓	✓

Why Prepare with Kanan.co?

At Kanan.co, our French language programs are designed to support learners at every stage—from beginners building a strong foundation to immigration aspirants preparing for TEF Canada and TCF Canada.

Students benefit from:

• 24×7 access to the Kanan Learning Portal
• Complete course materials organized by CEFR level
• Practice worksheets and assignments
• Vocabulary and grammar exercises
• Regular mock tests with performance tracking
• Live online instructor-led classes
• Recorded class sessions for revision anytime
• Flexible weekend and weekday batches
• Personalized doubt-solving sessions and Practice batches
• Progress monitoring with expert feedback

Whether you're starting from scratch or preparing for your French proficiency exam, our comprehensive approach helps you develop the confidence and skills needed to achieve your academic, professional, and immigration goals.

Batch Timings

At Kanan.co, we offer flexible online and offline batches to suit students, working professionals, and immigration aspirants. All classes are conducted by experienced trainers in 1.5-hour sessions, ensuring an interactive and structured learning experience.

Online Batch Schedule

Course	Morning Batch (IST / EST)	Evening Batch (IST / EST)	Duration
French Basic	06:30 AM – 08:00 AM IST 09:00 PM – 10:30 PM EST	04:30 PM – 06:00 PM IST 07:00 AM – 08:30 AM EST	4 Weeks
French A1	08:00 AM – 09:30 AM IST 10:30 PM – 12:00 AM EST	06:00 PM – 07:30 PM IST 08:30 AM – 10:00 AM EST	6 Weeks
French A2	08:00 AM – 09:30 AM IST 10:30 PM – 12:00 AM EST	06:00 PM – 07:30 PM IST 08:30 AM – 10:00 AM EST	6 Weeks
French B1	06:30 AM – 08:00 AM IST 09:00 PM – 10:30 PM EST	07:30 PM – 09:00 PM IST 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST	6 Weeks
French B2	—	04:30 PM – 06:00 PM IST 07:00 AM – 08:30 AM EST	6 Weeks
TEF Canada	08:00 AM – 09:30 AM IST 10:30 PM – 12:00 AM EST	—	4 Weeks

Offline Batch Schedule

Morning Batches

Course	Timing	Duration
French Basic	09:00 AM – 10:30 AM	4 Weeks
French A1	11:00 AM – 12:30 PM	6 Weeks
French A2	07:30 AM – 09:00 AM	6 Weeks

Evening Batches

Course	Timing	Duration
French Basic	05:00 PM – 06:30 PM	4 Weeks
French A1	06:30 PM – 08:00 PM	6 Weeks
French A2	08:00 PM – 09:30 PM	6 Weeks

Experience Our 5-Day FREE Demo Class

Not sure if our French program is the right fit for you? Join our FREE 5-Day Demo Class and experience Kanan.co's teaching methodology before enrolling.

The demo is designed to help you make an informed decision by giving you a first-hand experience of our interactive classroom environment, expert faculty, and structured learning approach. Explore our learning platform, understand the complete course curriculum, assess your current French proficiency, and discover the learning path best suited to your goals, whether it's Canadian immigration, higher education, career advancement, or personal growth.

What's Included in the FREE Demo?

• 5 Days of Live Interactive Classes with Expert Faculties 
• Overview of the Complete Course Curriculum
• Know Your Level (KYL) Assessment to identify the right starting level
• Access to the Kanan Learning Portal (Demo Access) to explore our digital learning platform
• Experience Our Live Teaching Methodology
• Guidance on DELF, DALF, TEF Canada & TCF Canada Certifications
• Personalized Career & Immigration Counselling