Canada Introduces New Regulations for Immigration Consultants
· WOWERI
Canada is introducing new regulations for immigration consultants to protect migrants from fraud. The new regulations come into effect on July 15, 2026. Canada has announced the date of July 15, 2026, for the implementation of a major overhaul for the regulatory framework governing the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC).
Introduction of New Rules
Canada is introducing new regulations for immigration consultants to protect migrants from fraud. The new regulations come into effect on July 15, 2026. Canada has announced the date of July 15, 2026, for the implementation of a major overhaul for the regulatory framework governing the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC).
What's Changing
Under the new rules, anyone who accepts payment for preparing an immigration application or providing immigration advice must be licensed by a government-authorized body.
Protection from Fraud
The new rules also introduce a compensation fund for victims of fraud. This fund will be used to reimburse those who have been harmed by the activities of unauthorized immigration consultants.
Sources
What to do next
Source: cicnews.com