Government of Canada enforces up to $1.5M penalties for unlawful paid immigration and citizenship advice
On Oct 28, 2026, the Government of Canada put penalties in force for paid reps: $5,000 for unauthorized advice, $15,000 for false info, rising to $1.5M total.
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On Oct 28, 2026, the Government of Canada put penalties in force for paid reps: $5,000 for unauthorized advice, $15,000 for false info, rising to $1.5M total.
New federal penalties for fraudulent or unauthorized immigration reps aim to protect applicants and boost transparency. This matters for newcomers, students, workers, employers and families, with a public registry expected in 2027.
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