What is CICC?
CICC is the national regulatory authority designated by the government of Canada to safeguard clients who seek and retain the services of consultants who provide immigration services to Canada. Federal law requires that immigration consultants, in Canada or abroad, who provide Canadian immigration services for a fee, must be registered with the CICC and accredited as a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC).
Why Use an RCIC 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 also called “Ghost RCIC”. There will be numerous benefits associated with utilizing the services of an RCIC and serious risks associated with utilizing the services of these unauthorized providers.
RCICs vs. Unauthorized Providers of Immigration Services:
Attribute | Regulated Canadian | Unauthorized Provider of Immigration Services |
Accountable to CICC; complaints are taken seriously | Yes | No – accountable to no one |
Monitored by CICC; non-compliance is taken seriously | Yes | No – may operate unknown to authorities |
Supported by CICC to enhance quality of services | Yes | No – not supported by anyone |
Knowledgeable and informed on immigration law and Canadian immigration system | Yes | No – no education prerequisite on immigration issues |
Proficient in English or French | Yes | No – may be unable to communicate properly in English or French |
Required to abide by stringent ethical and professional rules that are designed to protect consumers | Yes | No – not subject to any ethical requirements |
Possess valid Errors and Omissions Insurance for enhanced consumer protection | Yes | No – may not have any Errors and Omissions Insurance |
Work with agents known to CICC | Yes | No – no information on their associates |
Required to provide evidence of good character prior to becoming Regulated | Yes | No – may have committed fraudulent or illegal activities in the past |
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