Book your IELTS test in Canada

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Which IELTS test do I need?

IELTS General Training

For Canadian immigration and work. IELTS General Training is accepted by IRCC for Post-Graduation Work Permit applications, Express Entry and other permanent residence pathways. Results can also be used as proof of language ability for Canadian citizenship, subject to current IRCC requirements.

IELTS Academic

For admission to a university or college and for professional registration.

Not sure which test is right for you? Check with the organisation you’re applying to before you book.

Why take IELTS with the British Council in Canada?

Choose from more than 150 test venues across Canada. When you book with the British Council, IELTS Ready Premium is included at no extra cost, with 40 scored practice tests, preparation courses, expert webinars and personalised feedback.

Prefer writing by hand?

IELTS on computer with Writing on Paper is available at selected Canadian locations. You complete Listening and Reading on computer, write your Writing answers by hand on the official answer sheet, and take Speaking live with an IELTS examiner. The test content, scoring and assessment remain the same.

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You can view and manage your booking online, including your test date and venue details.

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Please note we do not have a telephone enquiries service.

Test taker queries

If you are a test taker with a query related to any of the topics below, please contact the IELTS test centre where you registered or took your test:

  • Test confirmation
  • Test payments and refunds
  • Test Report Form (TRF)
  • Enquiry on Results (EOR)
  • Test day experience

For a list of IELTS test centres in Canada and their contact details, please visit the registration section of our website.

Still need help?

If you have not received a response from your IELTS test centre within 5 working days, please email us at ca.ielts@britishcouncil.org.

If you are not satisfied with the response you received, kindly attach the full email correspondence with the test centre so we can follow up on your case.