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What is the difference between the Claim for the Recovery of Funds (civil claim) and the criminal cases?

April 26, 2017cases Civil claim criminal difference funds recovery

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What is the difference between the Claim for the Recovery of Funds (civil claim) and the criminal cases?

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A12. The Attorney General of Canada brought the civil case before the Quebec Superior Court in order to recover funds that have been improperly paid to various firms and individuals. The criminal cases were brought by the Quebec Attorney General, following criminal investigation, alleging that some individuals had committed fraud according to the Criminal Code of Canada. Decisions with regards to prosecution of criminal cases are within the jurisdiction of provincial authorities.