Police alerted to Native residential payout scams

Friday, February 8, 2008  

Authorities in Alberta are preparing for rush a fraud, scams and drug activity as the $2 billion Native residential school abuse settlement is being distributed.

As much as $50 million could be flowing into Alberta as a result of the settlement. Police say they have already seen examples of scams targeting former residential students.

Each former student receives a base payment of $10,000 payment and an additional $3,000 for each year of attendance, up to 12 years. People with documented abuse claims can ask for more money.

Get the Story:
Police on watch for native school settlement scams (The Calgary Herald 2/8)

Relevant Links:
Residential Schools Claims - http://www.residentialschools.ca
Assembly of First Nations - http://www.afn.ca
Indian Residential Schools Resolution Department - http://www.irsr-rqpi.gc.ca/english

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