The accused, an acting operations supervisor at Citizenship and Immigration Canada, was charged with multiple counts of fraud on the government and breach of trust by a public officer.
She participated in a joint enterprise with an immigration consultant to expedite and favorably process immigration applications in exchange for money and benefits.
The court found that the accused breached the standard of responsibility and conduct demanded of her office by disclosing confidential information, providing preferential treatment, and accepting benefits.
The accused was found guilty on all counts except one count of bribery.