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Become an Associate

Join a professional community of BLACK licensed immigration professionals built around education, collaboration and shared resources.

What Associates Receive

Professional Development

Training, webinars and CPD opportunities.

Peer Network

Connect with other licensed Black immigration professionals.

Mentorship & Collaboration

Share knowledge, participate in working groups and collaborate with peers.

Advocacy

Contribute professional perspectives to issues affecting Black immigration.

Marketing & Professional Visibility

Build your professional visibility through an online directory profile, social media posts and videos, planned event booths and more.

Community Outreach & Partnerships

Opportunities to participate in community information sessions and webinars, and connect with nonprofit organizations to offer immigration services to the communities they serve.

Before You Apply

Who can become an associate?

Associateship is for licensed RCICs, RISIAs and immigration lawyers who identify as Black and are in good standing with their respective governing bodies.

What is the annual fee?

All fees below are in Canadian dollars (CAD).

RCICs and lawyers

  • Annual Associateship: $100.
  • Annual Associateship plus 16 hours of CPD credits: $150.

RISIAs

  • Annual Associateship: $50.
  • Annual Associateship plus 6 hours of CPD credits: $100.
What happens after I apply?

Your application is reviewed by the BA-RCIC team. Wait for approval and an email with the next steps. Submitting the form does not mean your application has been approved.

What does the community offer?

Professional learning, collaboration and co-counselling opportunities, shared resources and negotiated group discounts. Check individual webinar and benefit details for applicable fees, availability and terms.

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How to join

  1. Complete the form. Fill out and submit the associate registration form below.
  2. Wait for approval. Our team will review your application.
  3. Check your email. Once approved, you will receive an email with the next steps.

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