The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) is committed to ensuring fairness and accountability by combating fraud within its immigration processes. Fraud includes providing false or misleading information or documents in applications. Suspected fraud can be reported confidentially to the AAIP Program Integrity and Anti-Fraud unit, which investigates allegations and collaborates with other agencies as needed. Individuals involved in fraud may face penalties including application bans and legal action.

• The AAIP is dedicated to maintaining the integrity of its immigration program by addressing fraudulent activities.
• Fraud includes submitting false or misleading information or counterfeit documents such as passports, visas, educational or language certificates, and relationship documents.
• Suspected fraud related to AAIP applications should be reported to the Program Integrity and Anti-Fraud unit with as many details as possible.
• Reports are handled confidentially under privacy laws and may be shared with other government agencies for investigation.
• Individuals involved in fraud may face penalties including up to a 5-year ban on applications and possible legal action under Alberta law.
• Fraud reports unrelated to AAIP can be directed to appropriate agencies such as IRCC, CBSA, or Employment and Social Development Canada.
• Complaints against employers, immigration consultants, or lawyers can be filed with respective regulatory bodies.

• No new policy changes announced; emphasis on enforcement and reporting mechanisms to maintain program integrity.

• Applicants, employers, immigration representatives, and other stakeholders involved in the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program.

• Report suspected fraud by contacting the AAIP Program Integrity and Anti-Fraud unit via email with detailed information including names, addresses, birth dates, and case numbers.

• Published February 19, 2026

• https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-advantage-immigration-program-reporting-fraud