Overview
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) is committed to maintaining the integrity of its program. Fraudulent activities undermine fairness and accountability, impacting applicants and stakeholders alike.
If you suspect fraud is being committed as part of the AAIP process, report it to AAIP.
What fraud is
Fraud involves intentionally providing false, misleading, or incomplete information in an application or related process. Examples include:
- fake job offers created by immigration representatives, employment agencies, employers, or applicants
- providing counterfeit or altered documents with an AAIP application, such as:
- passports, visas, or other travel documents
- educational documents
- language certificates, for example, IELTS, CELPIP, TEF, TCF
- birth, marriage, common-law, divorce, annulment, or death certificates
- joint bank statements or lease documents
- providing false or misleading information about previous work experience, qualifications, or other critical details
- providing false or misleading information about investment amounts for entrepreneur immigration applications
How to report fraud to AAIP
- Report suspected fraud directly related to AAIP to the Program Integrity and Anti-Fraud unit.
- Include as many details as possible to aid investigations, such as:
- names
- addresses
- birth dates
- case numbers
Confidentiality
All reports are handled in compliance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP). Information may be shared with other government agencies for investigation or enforcement purposes. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may submit your report without including your name or contact information.
After you report fraud
After submitting a report, the information provided will be assessed and reviewed. An investigation will be conducted into the allegations. As necessary, we will collaborate with other agencies to further investigate the reported issues.
Due to privacy regulations, specific details about ongoing investigations cannot be disclosed.
Consequences of fraud
Individuals involved in fraudulent activities related to AAIP applications – including applicants, employers, consultants, or legal representatives – may face serious penalties.
As an applicant, you bear full responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of your application, even if it is prepared by a third party.
Penalties
The AAIP may impose a ban on applications from individuals for up to 5 years. Legal actions may also be initiated under Alberta’s legislative framework.
Reporting fraud to other agencies
For fraudulent activities or complaints outside the AAIP’s jurisdiction, contact the appropriate agency below.
If any of these complaints or reports are also directly related to an AAIP application, also email this information to AAIP.
Contact
Connect with the Program Integrity and Anti-Fraud unit to report AAIP related fraud:
Email: [email protected]