OTTAWA - A corrupt former Citizenship and Immigration Canada manager was convicted Friday of taking cash and benefits in exchange for fast-tracking immigration files for a conspirator's clients.
Judge Catherine Aitken said the evidence against Diane Serre, 41, was "absolutely overwhelming," noting even her lawyer had "virtually nothing" to say in closing arguments after a six-week trial.
"I am persuaded beyond a reasonable doubt that Diane Serre acted with the intention to use her public office for a purpose other than the public good, namely for a purpose that was dishonest, partial and corrupt," Aitken wrote.
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