A Saskatchewan victim has recovered $96,000 after a provincial investigation found that an unlicensed immigration consultant took payment for services that were never properly carried out. The case marks the first time a compensation order has been paid under Saskatchewan’s Immigration Services Act.

A Saskatchewan victim has been repaid $96,000 following an immigration fraud investigation that resulted in a compensation order against an unlicensed consultant.

According to the Saskatchewan Ministry of Immigration and Career Training, Yan Wang accepted payment to prepare and submit documents for the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program. The ministry says no application was ever filed on the client’s behalf. Instead, the victim was allegedly provided with falsified documents while being led to believe the work had been completed.

The province says the victim has now recovered the full amount lost to the unauthorized and fraudulent services. Officials described the case as the first compensation order ever paid under Saskatchewan’s Immigration Services Act, making it a notable enforcement step under the legislation.

The case highlights the serious risks faced by individuals who rely on unauthorized immigration representatives. For many victims, immigration matters involve major financial commitments, strict timelines, and significant personal stress, which can make them especially vulnerable to deceptive promises and fake paperwork.

Under the act, Saskatchewan has the authority to investigate complaints involving immigration consultants, issue compensation orders, impose administrative penalties, and enforce orders against those accused of fraudulent or negligent conduct. The ministry says consultants who operate without a licence, submit false documents, or otherwise exploit clients can face serious consequences.

The recovery of the full $96,000 is a significant outcome for the victim, but the case also serves as a broader warning. Fraud in immigration services can leave people not only out of pocket, but also at risk of delays, failed applications, and damage to their future prospects. Saskatchewan’s enforcement action signals that provincial authorities are willing to use the tools available under the law to respond to that kind of misconduct.

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