CELPIP Writing practice test: two tasks in 53–60 minutes, both scored on the 1–12 CELPIP scale. Study the prompts, plan an answer, then compare with the sample response.
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Task 1 — Writing an Email
As an administrative assistant in an oil and gas company, write an email to your team reminding them of the upcoming company volunteer day at the Calgary Stampede pancake breakfast. Include details about the event, what they need to bring, and encourage participation.
Suggested length: about 150 words.
Sample high-scoring response
Dear Team, As we approach the end of the fiscal quarter, I want to remind everyone about the upcoming safety compliance training sessions that are mandatory for all staff. The company has invested significantly in updating our safety protocols, particularly in response to the new provincial regulations regarding workplace safety in the energy sector, and it is important that we demonstrate our commitment by ensuring full attendance. The training will be held in Conference Room B on the following dates: Thursday, March 14th, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Friday, March 15th, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. You only need to attend one session. Please confirm your preferred date with me by the end of this week so that I can finalize the attendance list and arrange catering accordingly. Lunch will be provided for the full-day session, and coffee and pastries will be available in the morning for both dates. The sessions will cover three key areas: updated emergency response procedures, new documentation requirements for field personnel, and the revised incident reporting system that went into effect last month.
Task 2 — Responding to Survey Questions
You are an electrician. A local trade union is conducting a memo about continuing education courses for tradespeople. Write a response indicating your preference for course topics (e.g., solar technology, EV chargers, smart home wiring). Explain why these topics are important and how they can help you in your career.
Suggested length: about 150 words.
Sample high-scoring response
Thank you for the opportunity to provide feedback on the proposed continuing education courses for tradespeople. As a licensed electrician with twelve years of experience in both residential and commercial installations, I strongly support the union's initiative to expand professional development opportunities, but I have specific suggestions for how the program can better serve working tradespeople. First, the course schedule needs to accommodate shift workers. Most electricians I know either work early mornings on construction sites or second shifts in industrial facilities. Offering courses exclusively on weekday evenings excludes a significant portion of the workforce. I recommend adding Saturday morning sessions and creating an online option with video modules that can be completed at any time, similar to what the British Columbia Construction Association has done with excellent results. Second, the course content should include more practical training on emerging technologies. Solar panel installation, electric vehicle charging station wiring, and smart home systems are growing faster than our current curriculum acknowledges. Every week, I receive at least three inquiries from homeowners asking about EV charger installations, and I would like to be better prepared to serve that demand.