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October 29, 2009

Ignatieff dismisses calls for inquiry into Quebec construction industry corruption

MONTREAL

Michael Ignatieff is the latest politician to brush off calls for a public inquiry into an alleged corruption scheme involving politicians, construction companies and the Mafia.

The Liberal leader says the Quebec government has done a good job appointing a special police unit to probe allegations of a massive scam. He says Ottawa should only step in if there’s evidence of federal involvement.

The federal government is already spending billions on the most expensive construction program in Canadian history, and organized-crime experts note that criminal collusion exists in many places where the Mafia operates.

Canadian Press

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