I agree, but as you said before, they are just trying to find ways to reject more applicants specially from the PhD stream!
I did before, and their response was "Your application has not been even assessed yet and any points have not been granted. Currently, your application is in queue for review by an officer. No further action is required by you at this time."
Edit: I found the old Instruction Guide 7000, it says: Staying inform---Selection criteria, requirements and other information for applicants can sometimes change. Please note that:
1-Applications will be processed according to the rules and regulations in effect at the time the application is made. Rules and regulations may change at any time.
2-Our website contains the latest news, selection criteria updates and applications links. Check periodically for updated information.
While in the new Instruction Guide 7000, it says: Staying inform---Selection criteria, requirements and other information for applicants can sometimes change. Please note that:
1-Applications will be processed according to the rules and regulations in effect at the time they are assessed. Rules and regulations may change at any time, and changes may be applied to applications which have already been received.
2-Our website contains the latest news, selection criteria updates and application links. Check periodically for updated information and make sure you are aware of the requirements before you apply.
So, it seems they really changed the regulations, am I right?
If I sent my spouse's language report, do I have to fill the new Schedule 3? Or just to send it by itself?