Saskatchewan Charges Unlicensed Consultant and Employers with Immigration Offences
On this page you will find
- Details of charges against an unlicensed immigration consultant
- Allegations against two Saskatchewan employers
- How Saskatchewan’s new immigration law works
- Worker protection measures under provincial law
- How to report immigration or recruitment concerns
Saskatchewan authorities have laid charges against an unlicensed immigration consultant and two employers under provincial immigration legislation, marking a significant step in enforcing rules designed to protect newcomers and foreign workers.
Officials say the cases highlight the province’s growing focus on program integrity and worker protection under both new and existing laws.
First charge under Saskatchewan’s new immigration law
On January 15, 2026, the province announced charges against Jun Su, who is accused of providing immigration or recruitment services without a licence. The alleged offences took place between January 20, 2025 and July 4, 2025, in or near Saskatoon.
Su is charged under Section 3 of The Immigration Services Act, 2024. The Act, which came into force on July 1, 2024, replaced The Foreign Worker Recruitment and Immigration Services Act and introduced what the province describes as the most comprehensive immigration program integrity framework in Canada. It also includes some of the highest fines in the country for violations.
Authorities allege Su provided immigration or recruitment services without the required provincial licence, which is prohibited under the Act.
Employers face multiple charges
In a separate announcement on January 21, 2026, Saskatchewan confirmed charges against two employers for alleged offences under both FWRISA and the new Immigration Services Act.
Vikram Singh is charged with four offences under FWRISA related to alleged conduct at Taste of Battlefords between April and June 2024 in North Battleford.
Singh is accused of:
- Charging a fee for employment
- Misrepresenting employment opportunities, including duties, wages, benefits, and length of employment
- Threatening deportation or other action without lawful cause
- Taking unfair advantage of a foreign national’s trust or exploiting fear or lack of knowledge
Harinder Sachdeva faces four charges under FWRISA and two additional charges under the Immigration Services Act. The alleged offences took place between April and July 2024 at Rick’s Place in Humboldt and at Taste of Battlefords in North Battleford.
Sachdeva faces similar allegations, including charging fees for employment, misrepresentation of job conditions, threats of deportation without legal basis, and exploiting vulnerable foreign nationals.
Focus on protecting foreign workers
The province says these laws aim to protect immigrants and foreign workers from exploitation in recruitment and employment processes.
Saskatchewan’s Program Compliance Branch, part of the Ministry of Immigration and Career Training, investigates complaints and enforces the legislation. The branch encourages workers to come forward if they believe their rights have been violated.
Foreign workers and immigrants can contact the Program Compliance Branch confidentially at pcb@gov.sk.ca or by phone at 306-798-1350. Workers do not need permission from an employer or recruiter to file a complaint.
Broader workplace protections still apply
While the immigration-specific laws address recruitment and immigration services, all workers in Saskatchewan – including Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents – remain protected under employment standards and occupational health and safety rules set out in The Saskatchewan Employment Act.
These cases show Saskatchewan is prepared to use both immigration and employment laws to address alleged abuse and protect vulnerable workers.
FAQ
What is Saskatchewan’s Immigration Services Act?
The Immigration Services Act, 2024 is Saskatchewan’s main law regulating immigration and recruitment services. It requires consultants and recruiters to be licensed and sets strict rules to prevent exploitation. It also gives the province stronger enforcement powers and introduces significant penalties for violations.
Why is charging a fee for employment illegal?
Under Saskatchewan law, employers and recruiters cannot charge foreign workers fees to obtain a job. This rule prevents debt bondage and other forms of exploitation. Workers should not have to pay to secure employment, and any demand for such fees can be a sign of abuse.
Can an employer threaten deportation?
No. Employers cannot threaten deportation or immigration consequences unless there is a lawful basis. Using immigration status as a tool of intimidation is prohibited under provincial legislation and can lead to serious penalties, including charges and fines.
Who can file a complaint with Saskatchewan’s Program Compliance Branch?
Any foreign worker, immigrant, or other person with concerns about immigration or recruitment practices can file a complaint. Workers do not need their employer’s permission, and the province says all information provided to the branch is kept confidential.
Are temporary foreign workers protected by other laws too?
Yes. In addition to immigration-specific laws, temporary foreign workers are protected by general employment standards and workplace safety rules under The Saskatchewan Employment Act. These protections apply regardless of immigration status and cover wages, hours, and safe working conditions.
