You may be wondering...
A Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) is a licensed professional authorized by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) to advise and represent people in immigration matters before the Government of Canada.
At Immilennial Immigration Consulting, our role goes beyond filling out forms:
- We analyze your profile and immigration situation to find the best options for you.
- We prepare and submit your application to IRCC or the relevant province.
- We maintain direct communication with immigration authorities on your behalf.
- We guide you through each stage of the process, helping you avoid mistakes that could cause delays or refusals.
Difference with a lawyer: An RCIC specializes exclusively in immigration and is authorized to represent you in most processes before IRCC and the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB). A lawyer can also represent you in higher courts and judicial cases.
The first step is to understand which programs exist and which ones you qualify for based on your profile. Requirements vary depending on your work experience, education, language ability, age, financial resources, and personal goals.
In an initial immigration consultation, we evaluate all these factors and present you with a personalized immigration plan, including the most viable pathways, estimated timelines, and the documentation you will need. This saves you time and money on applications that don’t meet current criteria.
An immigration consultation is a personalized session (online or in-person) where we review your situation and goals to create a clear action plan.
At Immilennial Immigration Consulting we offer two types of consultations:
- 60-minute consultation: complete profile assessment, analysis of applicable programs, and development of a detailed immigration plan with next steps.
- 30-minute express consultation: designed to answer specific questions, review the requirements of a process, or confirm information before submitting an application.
By the end of the consultation, you will have a clear view of your options and know exactly which steps to take.
Requirements vary by program, but the most common include:
- Proficiency in English or French (with official exams such as IELTS or TEF).
- Relevant and verifiable work experience.
- Post-secondary studies assessed through an ECA (Educational Credential Assessment).
- Proof of sufficient funds to support your settlement in Canada.
- Meeting health and criminal background requirements.
Because requirements change frequently and each program has additional conditions, it is essential to evaluate your case individually before applying.
Yes, in many cases you can include your spouse/partner and dependent children in your application. Options depend on the program and your status:
- If you come as a student, your spouse may be eligible for an open work permit and your children for study permits or school enrollment.
- If you obtain a work permit, your spouse and children may accompany you with their own permits.
- In permanent residence programs, your family can be included in the application directly.
Each case must be assessed to confirm eligibility.
Yes. If you are an international student with a valid study permit, you can work up to 20 hours per week during regular academic sessions and full-time during scheduled breaks, provided your program and institution are eligible under IRCC.
Your program must be full-time, at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI), and meet the minimum duration to qualify.
Recently, Canada has introduced temporary measures allowing students to work more than 20 hours per week, but these policies are time-limited and do not apply to all students. Always verify the current rules before starting your studies.
At Immilennial Immigration Consulting, we guide you in choosing a program that meets your academic goals, maximizes your work opportunities, and helps you gain Canadian experience that could support a future permanent residence application.
No. A visitor visa does not allow you to work in Canada under any circumstances.
To work legally, you must obtain a work permit approved before starting any job. Working without authorization can result in serious consequences, including loss of status and inadmissibility that may affect future applications.
At Immilennial Immigration Consulting, we help you explore the legal options for applying for a work permit.
If your visa or permit is about to expire, you may be able to:
- Extend your status as a student, worker, or visitor.
- Change your status (for example, from visitor to student or worker, if you qualify).
- Apply for permanent residence programs if you meet the requirements.
The key is to act before your status expires to avoid falling out of status.
Studying and working in Canada can help, but it does not guarantee permanent residence.
To qualify, you must meet the requirements of one of the three programs managed through Express Entry:
- Federal Skilled Worker (FSW)
- Federal Skilled Trades (FST)
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
Within Express Entry, the government issues invitations based on points and category-based draws (currently in areas like health, STEM, trades, transportation, agriculture and agri-food).
In Quebec, the process is separate under the Programme de sélection des travailleurs qualifiés (PSTQ), also competitive and points-based.
Studying and working can improve your profile, but you must still meet the requirements of a program and stand out in the selection system.
If you receive a refusal, your options may include:
- Reapplying with corrections or stronger evidence.
- Filing an appeal if the law allows.
- Requesting a judicial review at the Federal Court.
Each situation requires a detailed analysis, and timelines are short (sometimes only 15 to 30 days).
