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Canadian Immigration and Related Matters

RETAINER AND FEE AGREEMENT

Between:

Ravpreet Singh Ahluwalia


-and-

Gurkamal Parmar

The retainer agreement is governed by the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council.

The Client hereby authorizes, retains and employs Your Immigration Company as legal representative to act on her
behalf with respect to Express Entry Profile creation and submission after invitation received

The Client authorizes Your Immigration Company to take such action with regard to the Application as they may
deem advisable and as the Client may instruct orally or in writing.

Your Immigration Company hereby agrees to use their best efforts in preparing and assisting the Client in the
representation of the Application to CIC.

The Client (s) hereby agrees to pay the undersigned representative a legal fee of: CAD$ 2500 in 2 stages; CAD $500 for
profile creation and CAD $2000 upon invitation to apply for permanene residence

The legal fee does not include any applicable government application fee, fees for document translation, attendance
to interviews, extra hearings, appeals, applications for judicial reviews, fees for medical, criminal, security or The
inadmissibility cases, where applicable.

The Client agrees that no responsibility will be assumed by Your Immigration Company and no work will be done
until The document is executed.

All fees are due immediately upon receipt of invoice for same, and Your Immigration Company reserves the right to
charge interest on overdue accounts and/or to suspend The work.

Client agrees that Your Immigration Company obligations under the Retainer Agreement are null and void if the
Client knowingly provides any inaccurate, misleading or false material information. The client’s financial
obligations remain.

The Client hereby agrees to inform Your Immigration Company of any communication (i.e. calls, emails, letters
etc.) received from CIC and to provide Your Immigration Company with notice of any change in information
relating to the Application (i.e. change of address, employment, marital status, criminal charges and convictions, etc.)
The Client understands that processing times for the Application may vary depending on CIC backlogs, priorities
and amendments in immigration rules and regulations. The Client understands that Your Immigration Company
has no control over fluctuating timeframes. Your Immigration Company will do follow ups at its discretion.
Should the Client request additional follow ups, additional fees may apply.

The Client hereby agrees to provide all documentation and information that may be necessary to the processing of
the Application. The Client understands that Your Immigration Company will require specific documents in support
of the above mentioned Application. The Client acknowledges that such documents are necessary for the proper
handling of above mentioned Application and recognizes that it is the responsibility of the Client to provide such
documents. Failure to provide adequate and complete documents and failure to provide them in a timely manner
could result in the refusal of the above mentioned Application. Administrative fees can be charged if the Client
has not provided the requested documents within six months of hiring the firm.

The Client acknowledges and assumes sole responsibility to inform and update Your Immigration Company about
any change of address and contact information. Your Immigration Company will only forward correspondence
and original document to the most recent address on file.

The Client agrees that when the legal services listed on The retainer agreement are concluded, Your Immigration
Company will close the file. If Your Immigration Company is not able to reach the Client for an extended period of
time, with notice, Your Immigration Company will not act on the matter without instructions and will cease
representation.

The Client understands that only immigration legal advice is being rendered and any financial or business advice
associated with The application should be sought out by the Client independently.

As The matter is billed on a flat fee basis for clarity of billing, the Client agrees that the fees paid to Your
Immigration Company are not refundable for withdrawal of the case by the Client at any time. Should the Client
no longer be able to proceed with The matter due to a death in the family, the fees are not refundable for work
done. The outcome of The Application is not guaranteed and no refunds are payable in the event of a refusal of the
Application. The Client also understands that they may be subject to removal, bar and/or deportation for false or
misleading statements made by the Client to immigration authorities upon making application for entry and
assumes complete responsibility for such statements and any such consequences that may arise of making such
statements.

The Client agrees that Your Immigration Company will not be held responsible for any changes in immigration
law, regulations or policy that would negatively affect the Application. Your Immigration Company will also not be
held responsible for any refusal that arises as a result the Client’s misrepresentation, failure to disclose
information, failure to score as predicted on English/French language testing, criminal record or health problems
and employer non-compliance with procedures and qualifications with respect to an Application. The Client agrees
that they must be truthful and accurate in the information they provide and that any inaccuracies may seriously
affect the approval of the application or the retention of any status the Client may obtain.

The Client understands that he/she must be accurate and honest in the information he/she provides and that any
inaccuracies may void The Agreement, or seriously affect the outcome of the application or the retention of any
status he/she may obtain. The undersigned representative obligations under the Retainer Agreement are null and void
if the Client knowingly provides any inaccurate, misleading or false material information. The Client’s financial
obligations remain.

In the event of a dispute related to the Code of Professional Ethics, the Client and undersigned representative is to
make every effort to resolve the matter between the two parties. In the event a resolution cannot be reached, the
Client is to present the complaint in writing to the undersigned representative and allow the undersigned
representative 14 business days to respond to the Client. In the event the dispute is still unresolved, the Client may
file the complaint to: Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC), 5500 North Service Rd.,
Suite 1002, Burlington, ON, L7L 6W6

For Express Entry Profile Creation agreements, Client understands that we are simply assessing the Clients points
based on documents. Getting an invitation or qualifying is not guaranteed.

For Labour Market Impact Assessment Applications, Client understands that they are responsible for ensuring all
postings are valid throughout the process of the application.

The Client understands that Your Immigration Company will provide legal advice and representation
pertaining to Canadian law only.

The Client understands that at the discretion of Your Immigration Company, anoThe legal representative working in
association with Your Immigration Company may be appointed to handle elements of the Application.

The Client acknowledges and understands that legal services may be performed by legal representatives located
outside their own jurisdiction or place of residence despite having initially contacted Your Immigration Company
from local sources including but not limited to the internet, referrals, or print media.

The Client understands that subject to any legal requirement to disclose information, all communications with Your
Immigration Company will be kept strictly confidential. The Client agrees that Your Immigration Company may
disclose information regarding the Application to her associates and/or staff as may be reasonably necessary.
These associates and/or staff will be bound by the same duties of confidentiality.

For furThe information, the undersigned representative responsibilities and commitments are outlined in Appendix
A. The Client responsibilities and commitments are outlined in Appendix B.

The Retainer and Fee Agreement shall be governed by the law of the Province of Ontario.

The Client(s) has read The Agreement, has received a copy of it, and agrees to all terms and conditions as
stated. Thee are no verbal agreements between Client and Your Immigration Company modifying,
amending or expanding the terms of The Agreement. (CLIENT’S INITIAL)

DATED November 2 2019

Client Name ……………By signing The agreement, I fully understand and agree to the terms and
conditions outlined in The agreement with regards to my immigration matter.

Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council


APPENDIX A:

RESPONSIBILITIES AND COMMITMENTS OF YOUR REPRESENTATIVE –

Prior to Application Submission


assess client’s qualifications
advise the client with respect to Canadian Immigration Law
instruct client in steps to be taken
advise the client as to the most appropriate immigration stream to which they qualify

prepare and advise the client of the best plan or strategy in respect to the
application. If it beyond retainer agreement, additional fees will apply
provide client with a checklist of information and documents required in support
of application – The checklist gets amended as the documents are given by client
advise client as to which documents are required in support of application
review and analyze documents received in support of clients’ education and
training, work experience, etc.
advise the client wheThe additional evidence is required
act in the best interests of the client within the limits of Canadian law
educate the client regarding the information and documents required for the
preparation of the client’s application
guide the client through the process of obtaining medical and security
clearances when required
guide the client through the application process and review all documents to ensure
consistency and accuracy
complete application forms. If client wants to do the forms in person, additional fees
will apply. Client is responsible for the accuracy of all forms
provide the client with drafts of all forms for review and sign off
work closely with the client to obtain evidence of employment which best
represents the client’s experience, and which is consistent with CIC
requirements
prepare one detailed cover letter, addressed to the appropriate CIC Visa Office,
outlining the clients’ qualifications and supporting the client’s candidacy for a
Canadian Immigrant Visa. Additional letter may be additional fees
cross-check documents against application forms to ensure consistency
conduct review of the client’s application and related forms, supporting documents
and Canadian Government processing fees
Application Submission
submit the client’s application package to the appropriate CIC Visa Office

provide the client with her/her immigration file number (a letter issued by the
Visa Office)

Post Application Submission


track the client’s file through the immigration process so as to facilitate the
issuance of the permanent resident visa in a timely fashion
apprise the client on the progress of her/her application
keep the client updated on any progress on the client’s case. Once the application is
submitted, should client want follow ups, additional fees may apply
liaison between the Canadian Government and the client
intervene with Canada’s authorities in the event of any problems related to the
processing of the application. Additional fees may apply
handle all correspondence with CIC on the client’s behalf in respect to the client’s
application
make additional written and/or oral representation to the CIC Office and/or to the oThe
related Canadian Government agencies, additional fees may apply
perform all duties on behalf of the client competently and in a professional and timely
manner

Selection Interview
prepare the client in advance, if a Selection Interview with a CIC Officer if it is
requested
APPENDIX B:

CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES AND COMMITMENTS

Prior to Application Submission


provide to the firm with evidence of qualifications in support of education, training,
work experience, and civil status
provide to the firm all documents in support of application, as listed on provided
checklist (e.g., birth and marriage certificates, divorce decrees, police clearances, etc.)

provide the firm with access to any pertinent legal or legally relevant documents and
information
provide to the firm all information requested by the Canadian Immigration
Authorities in a timely, accurate, honest and forthright manner
provide additional evidence, as required
provide all documents in French or English, or accompanied by a French or
English translation
obtain certified documents, upon request of the firm
sign a Use of Representative – Gurkamal Parmar as your Immigration Consultant
submit documents to the Firm with a reasonable length of time (3-6months). If beyond the
reasonable time, additional fees will apply
fully disclose to the firm all information related to any and all current or prior criminal
charges and/or convictions, as well as any health problems suffered by the client or any
of her/her dependents
follow the guidance of the firm with regard to the process of medical and security
clearances and oThe documents
follow the firm’s reasonable instruction in order to maximize eligibility
refrain from performing any activity pertaining to the case without the prior
knowledge/advice/opinion of the firm
review and sign off on draft forms, as provided by firm
review application forms for accuracy, completeness, and truthfulness
provide accurate and honest information
provide declarations, documents and/or testimonies which are honest and
representative and assume full responsibility for such items
Respect the firm policy of response time 3 business day; request in person appointment
by email; allow 48 hours to response to email; review of documents are min 3 days

inform the firm of business and legal affairs and fully cooperate with the firm
in her/her representational efforts
Pr. Prior to Application Submission
(continued)
demonstrate possession of sufficient funds so as to be able to support the client and / or
dependents upon arrival in Canada
agree to pay all Government fees, upon request of firm
agree to pay all disbursement fees and service fees immediately upon receipt of invoice
from the firm
respond to the firm in a timely and efficient manner
facilitate submission of the application package to the appropriate Citizenship and
Immigration Canada visa office
accept that information will be disclosed to oThe members of the firm such as employees
RCIC
pay fees for all work done and expenses incurred for services rendered by the firm up
to the date of termination, should the client chose to terminate the professional
relationship – see retainer agreement for furThe detail on The

Post Application Submission


notify the firm immediately if Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) or
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) should contact the client
directly
permit the firm to handle all correspondence with CIC on the client’s behalf in respect
to the client’s application
obtain applicable medical and security checks, when required
agree to sign a new retainer agreement, or an addendum, in the event
additional service is required

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