What is a CRS score in Canada?

The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) is a points-based system used by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to rank Express Entry candidates. Your CRS score is calculated based on factors like age, education, language skills, and work experience. Candidates with the highest CRS scores receive Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for Canadian permanent residence.

How do I check my CRS score for Canada Express Entry?

You can check your Canada CRS score for free using our Express Entry CRS score calculator at crscompass.abibaskimmigration.ca/assessment. Simply enter your age, education, language test scores, and work experience to get your instant CRS score along with ITA chances and improvement recommendations.

What is a good CRS score for Express Entry Canada?

A CRS score of 470 or above is generally considered competitive for Express Entry draws. Scores of 500+ give you a very high chance of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA). However, cutoff scores vary by draw type. Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws often have lower cutoffs. Our free CRS calculator shows your ITA probability based on recent draw history.

How can I improve my CRS score for Canada immigration?

You can improve your Canada CRS score by: improving your English or French language test scores (IELTS/CELPIP/TEF), gaining more Canadian work experience, obtaining a Provincial Nomination (adds 600 points), securing a valid job offer, completing Canadian education, or learning French. Our CRS calculator provides personalized improvement suggestions based on your profile.

Is this CRS score calculator free to use?

Yes, our Canada CRS score calculator is completely free to use. You will receive your instant CRS score, ITA probability rating, score breakdown by category, personalized improvement suggestions, and recommended immigration pathways — all at no cost.

How do I verify my RCIC's credentials?

You can verify any RCIC's credentials by visiting the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) public register at college-ic.ca. Search by name or licence number. Ikponmwosa Obaseki's licence number is R526520 — Active status. This search is free, instant, and publicly accessible. Always verify before paying any fees to an immigration consultant.

What does RCIC regulation mean for my immigration case?

A Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) is licensed by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) under federal law. This means they are legally authorized to provide immigration advice and represent you before IRCC, are bound by a strict Code of Professional Conduct, must carry errors and omissions insurance, must complete annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements, and are subject to formal complaints and disciplinary processes if they act improperly.

What is the CICC and what does it do?

The College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) is Canada's federally established regulatory body for immigration consultants, created under the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants Act, S.C. 2019, c. 29. It sets licensing standards, enforces the Code of Professional Conduct, maintains the public register of all licensed RCICs, investigates complaints, and can suspend or revoke licences for misconduct. Its mandate is to protect the public from unqualified and fraudulent immigration advice.

What is the difference between an RCIC and a ghost consultant?

A ghost consultant is an unregulated, unlicensed individual who provides immigration advice or prepares applications illegally — and cannot be held accountable when things go wrong. An RCIC (Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant) is federally licensed, insured, regulated by the CICC, and bound by law to act in your best interest. Using a ghost consultant can result in application refusals, misrepresentation findings, or even bans from Canada. Only RCICs, immigration lawyers, and Quebec notaries are legally authorized to represent you.

What does RCIC licence number R526520 mean?

R526520 is the official CICC registration number assigned to Ikponmwosa Obaseki, confirming their active licensed status as a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant based in Calgary, Alberta. This number can be independently verified on the CICC public register at college-ic.ca. Any consultant who cannot provide a verifiable CICC registration number is not licensed to give immigration advice in Canada.

How do I find a licensed immigration consultant in Calgary?

To find a licensed RCIC immigration consultant in Calgary, use the CICC's public register at college-ic.ca and filter by location. Ikponmwosa Obaseki (RCIC #R526520) at Abibask Immigration Consultancy Services is a fully licensed RCIC based in Calgary, Alberta, specializing in Express Entry, AAIP (Alberta Advantage Immigration Program), family sponsorship, work permits, and study permits. You can book a free 15-minute consultation at abibaskimmigration.ca/booking.

What continuing education do RCICs need to maintain their licence?

All RCICs must complete a minimum of 16 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours per registration year, as mandated by the CICC. These CPD requirements ensure that every active licensed consultant remains current with evolving Canadian immigration law, IRCC policy changes, and regulatory updates. Failure to meet CPD requirements results in licence suspension. CPD records are audited by the CICC.

Can an RCIC guarantee the outcome of my immigration application?

No. Under the CICC's Code of Professional Conduct, RCICs are prohibited from guaranteeing outcomes. Immigration applications are decided solely by IRCC officers based on the facts of each case. Any consultant who promises guaranteed approval is either violating professional rules or operating illegally. Abibask Immigration Consultancy Services provides honest, transparent assessments — no false promises, no guarantees.

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Ikponmwosa Obaseki

Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant

Registered with the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) — Canada's federal regulatory body established under the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants Act, S.C. 2019, c. 29.

Authorized to represent clients before Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the Immigration Division, and the Immigration Appeal Division.

Licence Number

R526520

Regulatory Body

CICC

Practice Location

Calgary, AB

Results are pulled directly from the CICC's official public register

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Professional Biography

About Ikponmwosa Obaseki

Ikponmwosa Obaseki

RCIC #R526520 · Calgary, AB

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

RCIC #R526520 — Active

Serving clients across Canada & internationally

English · French consultations available

Ikponmwosa Obaseki is a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) licensed and regulated by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) under licence number R526520.

Before becoming a licensed immigration professional, Ikponmwosa built a distinguished career spanning technology, information security, and international project management. He holds a Master of Science in Information Systems alongside internationally recognized certifications including the Project Management Professional (PMP) and Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) designations.

His technology and management background provides a unique advantage in the immigration field: meticulous case organization, rigorous document preparation, deadline management, and an analytical approach to eligibility assessments. Each client file receives the same thorough attention to detail that complex enterprise projects demand.

Having personally navigated the Canadian immigration system, Ikponmwosa brings deep empathy and first-hand understanding to every client's journey. He founded Abibask Immigration Consultancy Services in Calgary, Alberta, to provide honest, transparent, and high-quality immigration guidance — free from the false promises and guarantees that plague the industry.

He specializes in Federal Skilled Worker / Express Entry, Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), family sponsorship, work and study permits, and Temporary Resident applications. His practice is rooted in integrity: no guaranteed outcomes, no ghost consultant arrangements, and full compliance with CICC's Code of Professional Conduct.

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Qualifications

Professional Credentials

A unique combination of immigration law, project management, and information security expertise.

Professional License — Active

RCIC License #R526520

College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC)

Fully licensed to provide immigration advice and represent clients before IRCC. Licence is publicly verifiable on the CICC national register and renewed annually.

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Professional Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Project Management Institute (PMI)

Global gold standard in project management — applied to immigration case planning, timeline management, and meticulous document preparation for every application.

Professional Certification

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

ISACA

Demonstrates mastery in information security management — directly applied to protecting client data, confidentiality, and compliance with privacy legislation.

Master's Degree

MSc. Information Systems

Graduate University

Advanced academic training in information systems and analysis — supporting data-driven immigration strategy and rigorous approach to complex eligibility assessments.

Continuing Education

CPD History

All RCICs must complete a minimum of 16 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours per registration year to maintain their licence — ensuring clients always receive current, policy-accurate guidance.

2024–2025

Current Cycle

Registration Year 2024–2025

16CPD hours

Express Entry policy changesAAIP stream updatesIRCC processing protocolsEthics & professional conduct

2023–2024

Completed

Registration Year 2023–2024

16CPD hours

Temporary Resident Permit proceduresRural & Northern Immigration updatesClient communication standardsRegulatory compliance review

2022–2023

Completed

Registration Year 2022–2023

16CPD hours

Federal Skilled Worker eligibilityStudy permit regulationsDocument authentication requirementsCICC Code of Professional Conduct

CPD requirements are set and audited by the CICC. Failure to complete the required hours results in licence suspension. This framework ensures every active RCIC stays current with evolving Canadian immigration law and IRCC policy.

Regulatory Framework

What CICC Regulation Means for You

Working with a CICC-regulated RCIC provides formal legal protections that no unlicensed consultant can offer.

Code of Professional Conduct

Bound by CICC's strict ethical code — including honesty, confidentiality, and prohibition on fee-splitting with unlicensed parties.

Formal Complaints Mechanism

If you have a concern, you can file a formal complaint with the CICC. Licensed consultants are accountable and disciplinable.

Federal Legislation

Regulated under the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants Act, S.C. 2019, c. 29 — a federal statute.

Mandatory Insurance

RCICs must carry errors and omissions insurance, providing financial recourse in the unlikely event of professional error.

Transparent Register

Every RCIC's licence status, registration number, and disciplinary history is publicly searchable on college-ic.ca.

Authorized Representation

Only licensed RCICs, immigration lawyers, and Quebec notaries can legally sign and submit applications on your behalf.

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Everything you need to know about verifying RCIC credentials, understanding regulation, and choosing a licensed Calgary immigration consultant.

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