Typing for work in Canada
Staffing agencies and employers across Canada often include a typing test in the hiring process for office jobs. A typical assessment is a timed passage scored on words per minute and accuracy, sometimes alongside a 10-key or data entry test for finance and logistics roles.
| Role | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| Receptionist / office clerk | 35–45 WPM |
| Administrative assistant | 40–50 WPM |
| Legal or medical office assistant | 50–65 WPM |
| Accounts / data entry | 8,000–10,000+ KPH |
Canadian spelling, sorted
Canadian English mixes British and American conventions: colour and centre, but organize and realize. Our Canada passages follow that style, so you practise what you'll write at work.
Next steps
- Build stamina with the 5-minute typing test.
- Number-heavy role? Try the 10-key test and data entry test.
- Get a free typing certificate for your résumé.