RCMP say they’re dedicated to protecting integrity of federal gov and preventing the abuse of tax payers’ dollars
Between February 1, 2016 and September 26, 2018, Marc Primeau inappropriately used his position as an employee at Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) to direct purchases totalling $231,663.48 from ISED to Access Security Logistix (ASL), a company that he fully owned. On August 29, Mr. Primeau received a 24-month conditional sentence for a breach of trust contrary to Section 122 of the Criminal Code.
In an agreed statement of facts, Primeau admitted to directing 72 sole-source contracts to ASL, while also competing successfully for six purchase orders. Due to his position within ISED, Primeau was the person responsible for ensuring that goods were properly received from ASL to ISED, while concealing his relationship with ASL from ISED.
Changes in ISED’s internal accounting and record-keeping practices led to the discovery of Primeau’s activities. He was dismissed from employment with ISED in February, 2019 and the matter was referred to the RCMP for investigation.
Primeau plead guilty to breach of trust and other charges were withdrawn. He has delivered restitution funds in the amount of $90,000 to ISED. The amount reflects an estimate of the profits that Mr. Primeau gained illegally.
“The RCMP is committed to acting with integrity,” said Supt. Jeremie Landry, Officer in Charge, Sensitive and International Investigations (SII) Unit, RCMP Central Region. “This investigation demonstrates that we are committed to keeping our nation safe, by protecting the integrity of the federal government and preventing the abuse of tax payers’ dollars.”
