Nope mate see this link.I did my homework before availing assistance of a local consultant.It is perfectly OK as per canadian laws as well as local laws.One can seek assistance before filing application.
See this link
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/representative/rep-who.asp
It says:
"Other people who offer immigration advice or assistance
People who provide immigration-related advice or assistance for a fee before the application is filed are not obliged to be authorized representatives. However, be aware that non-authorized representatives or advisors are not regulated. This means that they may not have adequate knowledge or training. It also means that you cannot seek help from the professional bodies (that is, the law societies, CSIC, etc.) if that person provides you with the wrong advice or behaves in an unprofessional way".
rely said:
Mayank had mentioned that he had taken assistance of local consultant who prepared his application meticulously and then mayank filed himself.
Does this amount to misrepresentation by not informing cic about it?
rely
