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Benefits of Obtaining Immigration Services from a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant  Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants are accountable to the Regulator of Immigration Consultants in Canada, the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC). They are audited on a regular basis to ensure that they are complying with the requirements of the regulator and are providing quality services. Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants are educated and informed Prior to becoming RCICs, candidates are required to demonstrate their knowledge and language skills with entrance examinations.  Since 2004, candidates to become authorized immigration  consultants have been required to complete an accredited program.  An accredited program provides consultants with essential information regarding immigration law in Canada and proper  procedures regarding applications with Citizenship and Immigration Canada.  Additionally,...

Why Use a Regulated Consultant in Canadian Immigration? Before acquiring the services of an immigration consultant, it is important to understand the difference between a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) and an unauthorized provider of immigration services.  RCICs are required to abide by a strict Code of Conduct – available here .  There will be numerous benefits associated with utilizing the services of a RCIC and serious risks associated with utilizing the services of these unauthorized providers.   Regulated Consultants vs. Unauthorized Providers of Immigration Services :   Attribute  Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant   Unauthorized Provider of Immigration Services  Accountable to ICCRC; complaints are taken seriously Yes  No – accountable to no one   Monitored by ICC...

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Eagerly looking forward to the forthcoming trip starting from May 18, 2009. It is always a pleasure to being in Pakistan and meet with all those who are interested to immigrate to Canada. As usual, the response from the aspirants is remarkable and I am expecting a yet another busy trip involving one to one meetings as well as information sessions and seminars on Skilled Worker Class, Business Class, Temporary Residents, Provincial Nominee Programs etc. I believe a lot of my time would also be spent on fulfilling my obligation of educating the public about the importance of hiring only those consultants who are licensed to render immigration advise for their own safety. Would also love to reappear on FM106.6 to share experience and present trends in Canadian immigration. More updates to follow during my trip from Karachi, Pakistan.

The National Conference of the Canadian Society of Immigration Consultants (CSIC) 2009 concluded on Sunday, May 3, 2009. The two day conference was a great source of learning and networking for all the Authorized Canadian Immigration Consultants. We received the honour of the presence of the current Minister of Citizenship and Immigration Canada, Mr. Jason Kenny and other dignitaries such as Mr. Mr. Peter Mansbridge, one of the most respected and recognizable faces on Canadian television, and the Right Honorable Joe Clark, the youngest man to become the Prime Minister of Canada in 1979. All these great men shared their valuable experiences with us. In addition, the Honourable Monte Solberg, former Minister of Immigration, and, Mr. John Ibbitson, political affairs columnist for the Globe and Mail also attended the conference. The presentations related to Continous Professional Development were remarkable. The ones I attended were related to what I find most intersting i.e. Business Immi...

The Canadian Society of Immigration Consultants (CSIC) supports the government’s efforts to raise awareness about the dangers of unscrupulous immigration agents offering immigration services. “Vulnerable consumers can find themselves victims of unscrupulous agents and we support the government for taking this important first step to shed light on this serious problem,” said John Ryan, CSIC Chair and Acting CEO. CSIC will soon step up its own efforts to raise awareness about this problem by launching a unique multi-lingual advertising campaign that will compliment the government’s initiative. “CSIC will launch its campaign on Monday, March, 16, 2009. Our sole purpose in launching this unique advertising campaign is to protect the hopes and dreams of prospective immigrants who want to make Canada their home,” continued Ryan. Mr. Ryan also applauds the government for recognizing the important role that accredited immigration consultants play in protecting the dreams of prospective Canadi...