Second language evaluation
Standardized assessment of second official language proficiency.
Plain English
The standardized tests that assign your reading, writing and oral levels in your second official language.
If you’re new here
Results have an expiry for some levels. Check whether yours are still valid before applying to a bilingual position.
What they probably mean
“The exam that decides your letters.”
Interpretation offered as humour, not authoritative guidance.
Bureaucracy level
How much government-speak this phrase carries. Playful indicator, not a judgement of anyone using it.
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Important
GC Simplified is an independent tool, not affiliated with or endorsed by the Government of Canada, and it does not provide official advice. Plain language is an interpretation, and interpretations can be wrong. Always verify against the source and your organization’s own guidance before acting.