The Board of Directors of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants appointed Michael Huynh as its new President & CEO, effective August 24, 2026. Following his appointment as President & CEO, Michael will also be appointed Registrar by the Board at its meeting on September 24, 2026, subject to the Board's approval of the applicable resolution.
Following a comprehensive and highly competitive search process that considered an exceptional field of candidates, the Board concluded that Michael is the leader best positioned to build on our strong foundation and guide the College through its next chapter of growth and impact by delivering effective, modern regulation that protects the public while supporting a strong, ethical, and accountable immigration and citizenship consulting profession.
“There is a strong sense of opportunity as Michael takes on the role of President & CEO at this important time for the College. His perspective of the College gives him a strong understanding of our mandate, our regulatory environment and the importance of public trust. At the same time, his broader executive experience brings a fresh vision and new ideas for the future. The Board was impressed by Michael’s vision for strengthening the College as a modern, effective and accountable regulator and by his commitment to protecting the public interest while supporting a strong, ethical and professional immigration and citizenship consulting profession. We are confident that his experience, perspective and leadership will help position the College well for the future.” — Stan Belevici, Chair of the Board of Directors.
“Immigration is, and always has been, central to Canada’s prosperity. With the integrity of the system under close scrutiny, the role of immigration and citizenship consultants has never been more important. They are often the first professional a newcomer trusts with one of the most consequential decisions of their life. The College ensures that trust is deserved, through high professional and ethical standards, meaningful accountability, and an approach that protects the public while strengthening the profession. I’m honoured and humbled to lead the College at this critical moment and look forward to working alongside the Board and our talented team to deliver on that mandate.” — Michael Huynh, President & CEO.
The Board welcomes Michael to the College and extends its sincere appreciation to everyone who contributed to this rigorous search process. The Board also thanks Stan Belevici for his leadership during the transition.