IRCC will soon accept TOEFL Essentials as proof of English proficiency for Canadian immigration. This new option benefits applicants through Express Entry, AIP, and some PNPs, offering added flexibility for skilled workers to meet language requirements.
TOEFL Essentials Now Accepted for Canadian Immigration Read More »
Starting August 21, 2025, Express Entry applicants for permanent residence must complete medical exams upfront, per IRCC’s updated rules. Files submitted before that date and all non-Express Entry PR streams are not affected.
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IRCC issued 2,500 ITAs in a French-proficiency draw; minimum CRS 481. This is the month’s third draw, following CEC (Aug 7) and PNP (Aug 6). A healthcare/social services round also issued ITAs on July 22. 53,128 ITAs have been issued through the Express Entry system in 2025 so far.
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IRCC is consulting on new Express Entry categories for managers, scientists/researchers, and military members to ease PR pathways. Public feedback open until September 3, 2025; potential rollout in 2026. Details pending.
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