Bilingualism
Canada is bilingual
Canada has two official languages: English and French. All Government of Canada services and documents are available in these two languages.
English is the most common language spoken in all provinces except Quebec. In Quebec, French is the official language. New Brunswick, home to many French-speaking people, is the only officially bilingual province in Canada, although there are many francophone communities in the provinces and territories.
You should learn English or French
Speaking English or French is extremely important to starting a life in Canada. Knowing one of these languages will help you take part in your new community, find a job, talk to your children in the language they are learning at school and get to know their teachers. To become a Canadian citizen, you must demonstrate your knowledge of English or French.
Learn more about having your language skills assessed and about free English or French language training programs in Canada.