Before applying for immigration status, ensure you are eligible to immigrate to Canada and obtain the required work permits.
Both educators and French speakers are highly valued in Canada, and while laws and regulations change frequently, there are several exclusive immigration paths available to Francophones.
Visit the Immigration Outside Quebec page on the Government of Canada website to learn more about the current laws for eligibility.
To meet these qualifications, you need to have a bachelor’s degree in education or a related field (120 credits) in your home country.
As an international-trained teacher, you will need to verify the equivalency of your credentials. You can submit your credential to a designated assessment agency, such as World Education Services (WES) or the International Credential Evaluation Service (ICES). These agencies will evaluate your qualifications and determine their equivalency to Canadian standards.
When you apply for teacher certification in British Columbia, you need to include the assessment agency’s report as part of your application. You may be required to address gaps with additional coursework or training.
Additionally, you need to be fluent in both French and English. You can take a standardized language proficiency test, such as TEF, DELF (for French), IELTS, and TOEFL (for English) to verify your fluency.
To become a certified teacher in British Columbia, you need to obtain certification from the Teacher Regulation Branch (TRB).
This process typically involves completing the required teaching degree and background checks.
Use the Make a Future platform to search for teaching jobs in all regions of British Columbia.
Once you get a position, focus on gaining teaching experience and participating in professional development and training opportunities to enhance your skills.
