Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced the designation of a new professional body to issue educational credential assessments (ECAs) for architects seeking to immigrate to Canada.
As part of the eligibility criteria for economic permanent residence programs, applicants must prove that their foreign degrees, diplomas, or certificates are authentic and equivalent to Canadian credentials. This verification is achieved through an ECA from an IRCC-designated multi-purpose organization or professional body.
Starting May 20, 2024, the Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB) is officially designated by the Minister to provide ECAs for applicants identifying the National Occupational Classification (NOC) of Architects (code 21200) as their primary occupation. The ECAs issued by the CACB will assess how foreign educational credentials compare to those required to practice architecture in Canada. Additionally, these ECAs serve as a recognized step in the licensing process for architects.
Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) Designated Organizations
An Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) is essential for verifying that your foreign degree, diploma, certificate, or other proof of credentials is valid and equivalent to a Canadian credential. Different types of ECAs are required depending on the specific immigration program or professional field.
Multi-Purpose ECA Organizations
- Comparative Education Service – University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies (➨immilib.com/ECA-UofT)
- International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (➨immilib.com/ECA-ICAS)
- World Education Services (➨immilib.com/ECA-WES)
- International Qualifications Assessment Service (➨immilib.com/ECA-IQAS)
- International Credential Evaluation Service (➨immilib.com/ECA-ICES)
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Specialized ECA Organizations
Medical Council of Canada (MCC)
For specialist and family physicians: (➨ immilib.com/ECA-MCC)
Specialist Physician (NOC 31100 and NOC 31101)
General Practitioner/Family Physician (NOC 31102)
Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC)
For pharmacists: ➨ (immilib.com/ECA-PEBC)
Pharmacist (NOC 31120)
Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB)
For architects:➨ (immilib.com/ECA-CACB)
Architect (NOC 21200)
For occupations other than the specific ones listed above, another designated organization can conduct your assessment.
This new designation enhances the pathway for foreign-trained architects to gain recognition of their credentials and supports their journey towards professional integration and licensure in Canada.
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Great news! The Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB) is now the designated Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) organization for architects (NOC 21200). This simplifies the process of verifying your foreign architectural credentials for Canadian immigration purposes.
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Having your foreign credentials assessed is a crucial step towards obtaining your architect license in Canada. A complete list of designated ECA organizations, including the CACB, can be found in our comprehensive guide: [Appendix 3: List of Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) Designated Organizations] (➨page).
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