Feeling ready to show off your French skills? The DELF-DALF exams in Canada are coming up, and it’s time to find out when you can officially put your language abilities to the test. Let’s dive in and see what’s on the calendar for 2026!
Key Takeaways
Know all updates of DELF-DALF exams happen several times a year in cities such as Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Manitoba, and Ottawa.
Know when tests are taken, such as Written tests for reading and writing have fixed dates, but the oral exam schedules are sent by email about two weeks before.
Know about the dates when the Registration opens & fills up fast—register early to snag your spot.
There is a different fee range depending on the level, roughly from CAD 150 for beginner exams to CAD 380 for advanced ones. check the exact fee with your test centre.
Know which types of a valid ID on exam day bring with you, & certificates usually come a few weeks after. Good planning and preparation go a long way.
Exam Dates
Important Note: While the different dates for various centres for the written comprehension, expression & oral comprehension are mentioned below; please note that the dates for the oral expression will be sent via mail 2 weeks prior to the exam date! These schedules aren’t subject to change or negotiation so kindly keep checking your email and clear your schedule accordingly. Check dates for Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Manitoba and Ottawa below. If the center you’re looking for is not mentioned in this list, please check the AF official website of that city to get the dates.
Toronto
Exam Type
Exam Date
Exam Level
Registration Period
Tout Public
March 9, 2026
A1
Jan 1–Feb 6, 2026
March 10, 2026
A2
Jan 1–Feb 6, 2026
March 11, 2026
B1
Jan 1–Feb 6, 2026
March 12, 2026
B2
Jan 1–Feb 6, 2026
Tout Public
June 15, 2026
A1
Apr 17–May 22, 2026
June 16, 2026
A2
Apr 17–May 22, 2026
June 17, 2026
B1
Apr 17–May 22, 2026
June 18, 2026
B2
Apr 17–May 22, 2026
Tout Public
November 23, 2026
A1
Sep 11–Oct 23, 2026
November 24, 2026
A2
Sep 11–Oct 23, 2026
November 25, 2026
B1
Sep 11–Oct 23, 2026
November 26, 2026
B2
Sep 11–Oct 23, 2026
Vancouver
Exam Type
Exam Date
Exam Level
Registration Period
Tout Public
March 11, 2026
B1
Check website for exact dates
March 12, 2026
B2
March 13, 2026
C1
June 15, 2026
A1
Check website for exact dates
June 16, 2026
A2
June 17, 2026
B1
June 18, 2026
B2
June 19, 2026
C1
Exam Type
Exam Date
Exam Level
Registration Period
DELF Junior
June 1, 2026
B2
April 21 to 27, 2026
June 2, 2026
B1
June 3, 2026
A2
June 4, 2026
A1
October 20, 2026
B2
September 16 (12PM) to 22, 2026
October 21, 2026
B1
October 22, 2026
A2
October 23, 2026
A1
Calgary
Exam Type
Exam Date
Exam Level
Registration Period
DELF
Monday, March 9
A1
Closes February 20th
DELF
Tuesday, March 10
A2
Closes February 20th
DELF
Wednesday, March 11
B1
Closes February 20th
DELF
Thursday, March 12
B2
Closes February 20th
DALF
Friday, March 13
C1
Closes February 20th
DALF
Monday, June 15
C2
Opens March 7th
DELF
Tuesday, June 16
A1
Opens March 7th
DELF
Tuesday, June 16
A2
Opens March 7th
DELF
Wednesday, June 17
B1
Opens March 7th
DELF
Thursday, June 18
B2
Opens March 7th
DALF
Friday, June 19
C1
Opens March 7th
DALF
Friday, June 19
C2
Opens March 7th
Manitoba
Exam Type
Exam Date
Exam Level
Registration Period
DELF
March 9
A1
Jan 7–March 5
DELF
March 10
A2
DELF
March 11
B1
DELF
March 12
B2
DALF
March 19
C1
DALF
March 9
C2
DELF
June 15
A1
Apr 13–May 11
DELF
June 16
A2
DELF
June 17
B1
DELF
June 18
B2
DALF
June 19
C1
DALF
June 19
C2
DELF
September 21
A1
July 19–Sep 17
DELF
September 22
A2
DELF
September 23
B1
DELF
September 24
B2
DALF
September 25
C1
DALF
September 28
C2
DELF
November 23
A1
Sep 21–Nov 19
DELF
November 24
A2
DELF
November 25
B1
DELF
November 26
B2
DALF
November 27
C1
DALF
November 30
C2
Important Note: For more information about specific exams/ dates, you can check the official website of the concerned AF!
Standard Fee
Standard Fee at AF Vancouver
Exam Level
Exam Type
Fee
A1, A2
Tout Public
CAD 200
B1, B2
CAD 285
C1, C2
CAD 380
A1, A2
Junior
CAD 200
B1, B2
CAD 285
A1.1
PRIM
CAD 130
A1
A2
Standard Fee at AF Calgary
Exam Level
Exam Type
Fee
A1, A2
Tout Public
CAD 180
B1
CAD 265
B2
CAD 285
C1, C2
CAD 380
Standard Fee at AF Manitoba
Exam Level
Exam Type
Fee
A1, A2
Tout Public
CAD 150
B1, B2
CAD 235
C1, C2
CAD 330
Standard Fee at AF Ottawa
Exam Level
Exam Type
Fee
A1, A2
Tout Public
CAD 180
B1
CAD 265
B2
CAD 285
C1, C2
CAD 380
A1, A2
Junior
CAD 180
B1
CAD 265
B2
CAD 285
A1
PRIM
CAD 110
A1.1
A2
Important Things to Remember
Candidates without a valid ID will be refused to access the examination! Make sure you double-check your ID before leaving the house.
A1 and C2 exams are usually held on the same day!
An official certificate of results will be made available to you a few weeks after the test. The exact time for this varies from centre to centre.
Conclusion
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Arti Goyal
Arti is a passionate French trainer with extensive experience in guiding students through DELF, TEF, and TCF exam preparation. Known for her engaging teaching methods, she combines a deep knowledge of the French language with an ability to make learning both effective and enjoyable. Arti focuses on practical communication skills, ensuring that her students not only succeed in their exams but also feel confident using French in everyday situations. Committed to her students’ growth, she fosters a learning environment where French becomes more than just a subject—it’s an enriching and lasting experience.
