hi there buddy.... the thing is, backlogs are important when it comes to VISA. Even I have the same case. i too have 15 backlogs, but i didnt have any problem getting offer letter from colleges. I have an offer letter from centennial for JAN 2013 intake. and also from fanshawe.
The main problem ppl like us will be having, is getting VISA under spp.
Now, i have done a lot of research regarding this. Its true, under SPP only 8 backlogs are allower (2 backlogs per year), but many still have got their VISA (though they got rejected first, but got them 2nd or 3rd time).
Now, you'll have to find a good agent for yourself. Cause, they do play an important role. I don't know who are good or bad agents, but google for it, i am sure you will find alot of them (make sure they are ICCRC registered). And also, start praying
A brief profiel about me.
IELTS -7.5 overall (no band less than 7)
10th-68%
12th- 74%
BE (MECH)- 56% (agg), 67% in final yr.
(with 15 backlogs)
Now, the new rules have eased some tensions for me.
Pay your fees in cash, get a GIC certificate of ($10000). This will increase your chances of VISA (atleast i heard so :
Best of luck with your process.