Get you up to speed: Investigation needed into how Iranian VP’s son got government contracts, groups say
An Edmonton resident is under investigation for allegedly assisting Iran‘s missile programme while having won millions in federal contracts. Authorities have not confirmed any further details regarding the investigation.
The investigation into the Edmonton resident continues, with authorities assessing the full scope of the contracts awarded. No timeline has been provided for when the investigation will conclude or if further action will be taken regarding the contracts.
Canadian officials have launched a review of the contracting process following revelations that an Edmonton resident received millions in federal contracts amid an ongoing investigation related to Iran’s missile program. In response to these findings, the federal government plans to implement stricter oversight measures to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
What remains unclear — It is uncertain how the federal contracts were awarded to the Edmonton resident amid the ongoing investigation.
Investigation requested into Iranian VP’s son and government contracts
A WTX News investigation found an Edmonton resident won millions in federal contracts while under investigation for allegedly helping Iran’s missile program.