A former Saskatchewan immigration employee is facing multiple criminal charges after allegedly accepting over $650,000 in bribes and laundering the proceeds while working within the province’s immigration system.
Tony Dou of Saskatoon has been charged following an extensive investigation led by the RCMP Federal Policing Northwest Region’s Federal Serious and Organized Crime Unit (FSOC). According to police, Dou used his position within the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) between April 2015 and July 2022 to commit fraud, breach public trust, and exploit his access to sensitive government databases for personal gain.
Investigators allege Dou manipulated official documentation, altered procedures, and engaged in unauthorized access to government systems while accepting payments from SINP participants. The alleged scheme also involved laundering the criminal proceeds, amounting to more than $650,000.
“These allegations represent serious breaches of confidence and integrity, which are the foundation of public service,” said Superintendent Andrew Farquhar, Federal Operations Officer with Saskatchewan RCMP Federal Policing, in a statement. “The RCMP takes these matters seriously and remains committed to protecting the public interest and upholding accountability within government systems.”
Charges were formally laid on April 29, 2025, following consultation with Crown prosecutors. Dou was arrested on May 5, 2025, and faces the following charges under the Criminal Code:
- Fraud over $5,000 (section 380(1)(a))
- Accepting a benefit as a government official (section 121(1)(c))
- Breach of trust by a public officer (section 122)
- Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 (sections 354(1)(a) and 355(a))
- Money laundering (section 462.31(1))
Dou is scheduled to appear in Saskatoon Provincial Court on May 20, 2025.