December 2, 2023

Immigration Marriage

Feel Good With Immigration

Immigration guide for detecting marriage fraud called ‘racist and offensive’

Sean Saulnier married his Brazilian wife in their backyard last May. They didn’t kiss on the lips for photos. There was no diamond ring and no family in attendance.

According to a leaked training guide meant to help immigration officials detect marriage fraud, the Victoria, B.C., couple’s marriage would have raised a bunch of red flags as a “non-genuine” relationship.


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