TCF CANADA SPEAKING TOPICS

August 2026
Speaking Topics

Practice with real TCF Canada speaking topics reported for August 2026.

French + English translations included

Latest Real Topics

Based on reports from recent TCF Canada exams.

French + English

Every topic includes an accurate English translation.

Official Exam Timing

Task 2: 2 min preparation + 3 min 30 speaking.
Task 3: No preparation + 4 min 30 speaking.

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Important

These topics are based on topics reported by candidates and are provided for practice purposes. They are not official exam materials and may differ from the topics you receive on test day.

40 Speaking Topics
20 Task 2
20 Task 3
French + English
Updated August 2026

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Task 2

🗣 Topic 1

🍽️ Quebec Specialties Dinner

TASK 2
Part 4
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Vous préparez un repas de spécialités québécoises pour des amis. Demandez à un(e) ami(e) des conseils sur le lieu, le menu et le budget.

You are preparing a meal featuring Quebec specialties for friends. Ask a friend for advice about the venue, menu and budget.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 2

💬 Cooking Teacher

TASK 2
Part 4
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Un(e) ami(e) connaît une personne qui donne des cours de cuisine. Renseignez-vous sur ses compétences, ses horaires et ses tarifs.

A friend knows someone who teaches cooking classes. Ask about the person’s qualifications, schedule and fees.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 3

💬 Low-Cost Cultural Outing

TASK 2
Part 4
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Vous venez d’arriver au Québec et souhaitez organiser une activité culturelle peu coûteuse. Demandez des idées sur les lieux, les activités et les transports.

You have recently arrived in Quebec and want to organize an affordable cultural activity. Ask for ideas about venues, activities and transportation.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 4

🏡 Roommate’s Home Gathering

TASK 2
Part 4
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Votre colocataire souhaite inviter des amis à la maison. Posez des questions sur le nombre d’invités, la durée de la visite et l’ambiance prévue.

Your roommate wants to invite friends over. Ask about the number of guests, how long they will stay and the planned atmosphere.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 5

👥 Neighbours’ Evening

TASK 2
Part 4
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Un(e) voisin(e) organise une soirée pour les habitants de l’immeuble. Demandez des précisions sur la date, les invités, le repas et les boissons.

A neighbour is organizing an evening for the building’s residents. Ask for details about the date, guests, food and drinks.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 1

🤝 Group Jogging

TASK 2
Part 3
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Un(e) collègue organise régulièrement des sorties de jogging en groupe. Demandez des informations sur le parcours, les horaires, l’équipement et le niveau requis.

A colleague regularly organizes group jogging sessions. Ask about the route, schedule, equipment and required fitness level.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 2

💬 Meeting People Locally

TASK 2
Part 3
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Vous cherchez une activité dans votre nouvelle ville pour rencontrer du monde. Renseignez-vous auprès du service municipal sur les activités, les horaires et les participants.

You are looking for an activity in your new city to meet people. Ask the municipal activities office about available activities, schedules and participants.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 3

🍽️ Family Restaurant Birthday

TASK 2
Part 3
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Vous souhaitez organiser un anniversaire familial dans un restaurant. Demandez des renseignements sur la capacité, les menus, les prix et la réservation.

You want to organize a family birthday celebration at a restaurant. Ask about capacity, menus, prices and booking arrangements.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 4

💻 Child’s First Smartphone

TASK 2
Part 3
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Vous cherchez un premier téléphone intelligent pour un enfant. Demandez au vendeur des informations sur les appareils, les accessoires et les prix.

You are looking for a child’s first smartphone. Ask the salesperson about available devices, accessories and prices.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 5

🌿 Amusement Park Day

TASK 2
Part 3
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Vous envisagez une journée dans un parc d’attractions. Renseignez-vous sur les tarifs, les horaires, les activités et les services proposés.

You are planning a day at an amusement park. Ask about admission prices, opening hours, activities and available services.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 1

💼 Job Interview Preparation

TASK 2
Part 2
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Vous avez bientôt un entretien d’embauche. Demandez à un(e) ami(e) des conseils sur la tenue, le comportement et la préparation.

You have a job interview soon. Ask a friend for advice about clothing, behaviour and preparation.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 2

💬 Pet Sitting Details

TASK 2
Part 2
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Un(e) voisin(e) part en vacances et cherche quelqu’un pour garder son animal. Avant d’accepter, demandez des précisions sur les dates, les soins et les règles à respecter.

A neighbour is going on holiday and needs someone to care for a pet. Before accepting, ask about the dates, care requirements and rules to follow.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 3

🚗 Budget Weekend Trip

TASK 2
Part 2
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Vous souhaitez organiser un week-end économique. Demandez à l’office de tourisme des suggestions d’activités, de visites et de moyens de transport.

You want to plan a low-cost weekend. Ask the tourist office for suggestions about activities, places to visit and transportation.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 4

🏃 Municipal Sports Club

TASK 2
Part 2
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Vous pensez vous inscrire dans un club sportif municipal. Posez des questions sur les horaires, les cours proposés et les tarifs.

You are considering joining a city sports club. Ask about schedules, available classes and membership fees.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 5

🏡 Toronto Shared Housing

TASK 2
Part 2
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Vous envisagez de vous installer au Canada et un(e) ami(e) propose une colocation à Toronto. Demandez des informations sur le logement, le quartier et la vie quotidienne.

You are considering moving to Canada, and a friend suggests sharing a home in Toronto. Ask about the accommodation, neighbourhood and daily routine.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 1

💬 Moving Sale Items

TASK 2
Part 1
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Un(e) ami(e) qui part vivre à l’étranger vend certains objets. Demandez des renseignements sur les meubles et objets disponibles ainsi que leurs prix.

A friend moving abroad is selling some belongings. Ask about the furniture and other items available, along with their prices.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 2

🏡 First City Visit

TASK 2
Part 1
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Des amis vont bientôt visiter votre ville pour la première fois. Demandez des conseils pour organiser leur séjour : restaurants, visites et sorties.

Friends will soon visit your city for the first time. Ask for advice to plan their stay, including restaurants, sightseeing and entertainment.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 3

💬 Weekend Wedding

TASK 2
Part 1
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Un(e) collègue a assisté à un mariage pendant le week-end. Posez des questions sur le lieu, le repas et l’ambiance de la cérémonie.

A colleague attended a wedding over the weekend. Ask about the venue, meal and atmosphere of the ceremony.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 4

💬 Canada Tour

TASK 2
Part 1
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Un(e) collègue a effectué un circuit touristique au Canada. Demandez des détails sur le coût, les différentes étapes et la durée du voyage.

A colleague took a sightseeing tour across Canada. Ask for details about the cost, itinerary and length of the trip.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 5

💬 Dog Sitting

TASK 2
Part 1
Medium
🇫🇷 French

Un(e) voisin(e) part une semaine et cherche quelqu’un pour garder son chien. Demandez des précisions sur la durée, les soins nécessaires et la rémunération.

A neighbour is leaving for a week and needs someone to look after a dog. Ask about the dates, required care and payment.

🎯 Task 2
⏱ Preparation: 2 min
🎤 Speaking: 3 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

Task 3

🗣 Topic 1

💬 Teaching Challenges

TASK 3
Part 4
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Pourquoi le métier d’enseignant peut-il sembler difficile ou intimidant ?

Why can the teaching profession seem difficult or intimidating?

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 2

💻 Pets and Happiness

TASK 3
Part 4
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Les animaux de compagnie peuvent-ils contribuer au bonheur des personnes ? Expliquez votre point de vue.

Can pets contribute to people’s happiness? Explain your point of view.

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 3

💼 Youth Job Search

TASK 3
Part 4
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Selon vous, quelles démarches un jeune devrait-il entreprendre pour trouver un emploi ?

In your opinion, what steps should a young person take to find a job?

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 4

💬 Urgent Global Issue

TASK 3
Part 4
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Quel est, selon vous, le problème mondial le plus urgent aujourd’hui ? Pourquoi ?

In your opinion, what is the most urgent global problem today, and why?

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 5

💬 Reasonable Retirement Age

TASK 3
Part 4
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Jusqu’à quel âge vous paraît-il raisonnable de continuer à travailler ? Justifiez votre réponse.

Until what age do you think it is reasonable to continue working? Justify your answer.

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 1

💻 Online vs Physical Stores

TASK 3
Part 3
Hard
🇫🇷 French

La progression des achats en ligne pourrait-elle provoquer la disparition des magasins physiques ? Donnez votre avis.

Could the growth of online shopping lead to the disappearance of physical stores? Give your opinion.

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 2

💬 Youth Civic Engagement

TASK 3
Part 3
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Pensez-vous que les jeunes s’engagent moins qu’avant dans l’environnement, la politique ou la santé ? Pourquoi ?

Do you think young people are less involved than before in environmental, political or health issues? Why?

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 3

💼 Mandatory Remote Work

TASK 3
Part 3
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Toutes les personnes capables de travailler à distance devraient-elles être obligées de télétravailler ? Pourquoi ?

Should everyone who is able to work remotely be required to do so? Why?

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 4

🚗 Studies and Career Success

TASK 3
Part 3
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Faut-il nécessairement faire de longues études pour réussir professionnellement ? Donnez votre avis.

Is a long period of higher education necessary for professional success? Give your opinion.

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 5

💬 Youth Independence Abroad

TASK 3
Part 3
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Un séjour de plusieurs mois à l’étranger est-il nécessaire pour aider les jeunes à devenir autonomes ?

Is spending several months abroad necessary to help young people become independent?

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 1

💬 Life Without Television

TASK 3
Part 2
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Que pensez-vous des personnes qui choisissent de ne jamais regarder la télévision ?

What do you think about people who choose never to watch television?

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 2

💬 Professional Athlete Salaries

TASK 3
Part 2
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Les salaires des sportifs professionnels sont-ils trop élevés ? Êtes-vous d’accord avec cette opinion ?

Are professional athletes’ salaries too high? Do you agree with this view?

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 3

👥 Children’s Screen Time

TASK 3
Part 2
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Les enfants passent-ils trop de temps devant les écrans tels que la télévision, le téléphone, l’ordinateur ou la tablette ? Pourquoi ?

Do children spend too much time using screens such as televisions, phones, computers and tablets? Why?

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 4

💬 Adapting Abroad

TASK 3
Part 2
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Lorsqu’on vit dans un nouveau pays, faut-il adapter son mode de vie, notamment ses vêtements, son alimentation et ses vacances ?

When living in a new country, should people adapt their lifestyle, including their clothing, food and holiday habits?

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 5

💬 Employment in Canada

TASK 3
Part 2
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Serait-il facile de trouver un emploi après votre installation au Canada ? Pourquoi ?

Would it be easy to find a job after moving to Canada? Why?

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 1

🎓 Rewarding School Results

TASK 3
Part 1
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Certains parents récompensent financièrement leurs enfants lorsqu’ils obtiennent de bons résultats scolaires. Qu’en pensez-vous ?

Some parents give their children money when they achieve good results at school. What do you think?

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 2

🌿 Economy and Environment

TASK 3
Part 1
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Peut-on développer l’économie tout en protégeant l’environnement ?

Is it possible to develop the economy while protecting the environment?

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 3

🎓 Discovering Countries Through Books

TASK 3
Part 1
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Peut-on réellement connaître un pays uniquement à travers les livres ? Pourquoi ?

Can someone truly understand a country only by reading books? Why?

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 4

💬 Integration and Traditions

TASK 3
Part 1
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Pour réussir son intégration dans un nouveau pays, devrait-on abandonner ses traditions ? Donnez votre avis.

To integrate successfully into a new country, should people give up their traditions? Give your opinion.

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers

🗣 Topic 5

💬 Employee Well-Being

TASK 3
Part 1
Hard
🇫🇷 French

Une entreprise doit-elle privilégier le bien-être de ses employés pour être plus efficace ?

Should a company prioritize employee well-being in order to be more effective?

🎯 Task 3
⏱ Preparation: No preparation
🎤 Speaking: 4 min 30 sec
🇫🇷 + 🇬🇧
🎯 CLB 7+
🗣 Speaking Practice
💬 Natural Answers