Alberta introduces Bill 26 to crack down on immigration fraud, boost oversight

Subhead:Premier Smith is seeking greater control over the province's immigration system as fraud and abuse continue.# Alberta’s government is moving to tighten control over immigration in the province, introducing new legislation aimed at cracking down on fraud, protecting foreign workers and restoring public confidence in the system. The proposed Immigration Oversight Act —tabled as Bill 26—would expand provincial authority over employers, recruiters and immigration consultants involved in bringing temporary foreign workers into Alberta. The move comes amid growing concerns about abuse in the system, including fraudulent job offers, illegal recruitment fees and exploitation of vulnerable workers. The province says Ottawa’s handling of immigration has contributed to “unsustainable population growth” and increased strain on housing and public services.

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