Unit 2 · Lesson 2
Government Forms
Canadian government forms are bilingual by law: knowing how to read the French side helps you understand your rights, obligations, and options. This lesson covers the key vocabulary that appears on nearly every government document.
Common form field vocabulary
Sample form excerpts
Renouvellement de passeport — Passport Renewal
Nom de famille / Surname
Prénom(s) / Given name(s)
Numéro de dossier / File number
À l'usage officiel seulement / For official use only
Pièces justificatives requises / Required supporting documents
- Passeport actuel / Current passport
- Photo conforme aux normes / Compliant photo
- Preuve de citoyenneté / Proof of citizenship
Permis de conduire — Driver's Licence
Renseignements obligatoires (Required information — marked with *)
*Date de naissance / Date of birth
*Numéro d'assurance sociale / SIN
Cochez la case appropriée / Check the appropriate box
Date d'entrée en vigueur / Effective date
Government form vocabulary
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French
Veuillez remplir
tap to flip
English
Please fill in / Please complete
Veuillez remplir toutes les cases.: Please fill in all the boxes.
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Match the form term to its meaning
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Click a French word, then click its English match.
Complete the form language
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Hint: cocher la case = to check / tick the box
Please check the box that matches your family situation.
Government forms quiz
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What does 'S.O.' mean on a Canadian government form?