On July 15, 2026, new regulations came into force establishing a client compensation fund for CICC licensees. Clients who suffered financial harm can now apply to the College for compensation. The College then acquires subrogation rights against the licensee responsible. The gap visible in decisions like Mittal is now closed. RCIC's financial exposure has changed.
Rishi Mittal had 3,032 immigration clients in a single year. His staff conducted every consultation, gave every piece of advice, and handled every file. His name was on the retainer agreements. He was functionally absent from every one of them. Forty-five complaints reached the College. Four form the basis of this decision. His licence is permanently revoked