Former Lawmaker's Alleged Influence on Canada's Parliament for Foreign Power

On September 27, Canada’s intelligence agency, CSIS, disclosed that a former parliamentarian is suspected of attempting to influence parliamentary proceedings on behalf of a foreign government. This information was presented to the Foreign Interference Commission, which was established following reports of foreign interference in Canadian elections, particularly by China. The document outlines six instances of foreign interference, with specific mentions of India and Pakistan, while notably omitting China’s name despite evidence of its involvement in election-related activities. One case highlighted involves a foreign government allegedly supporting a candidate's nomination in Don Valley North through a proxy agent, while another instance suggests attempts to undermine a Liberal candidate due to their stance on issues contrary to the foreign government's interests. The commission is expected to release its final report by the end of the year, shedding light on the extent of foreign influence in Canada’s political landscape.