Advisories Updates to NCA Exam Outlines (Syllabi)
Please note that updated versions of the Canadian Criminal Law, Remedies and Foundations of Canadian Law exam outlines (syllabi) are currently available on the NCA’s website.
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2026.06.19
NCA Language Screening Requirement: French screening tool available
As of March 1, 2026, all NCA applicants must complete a language screening test before their qualifications are assessed, or if they request a review of their NCA file after having completed additional legal studies to address the non recognition of their legal education. Only those who have already completed a valid language test accepted by the […]
2026.05.05
The ITL Experience Survey Report
The ITL Experience Survey Report presents the findings of a national survey examining the lived experiences of internationally trained lawyers (ITLs) in Canada. The survey project, led by Kenny Okunola (President and Co-founder, ITL Network), was developed to better understand the experiences of ITLs navigating the pathway to licensure, employment and professional integration within the […]
2026.03.05
NCA Language Screening Requirement
As of March 1, 2026, all NCA applicants must complete a language screening test before their qualifications are assessed or if they request a review of their NCA file if they have completed additional legal studies to address the non recognition of their legal education. Only those who have already completed a valid language test accepted by […]