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Satpal Singh Parhar's appointment as Alberta's police chief is controversial due to his alleged ties to Huawei, a Chinese tech company banned in Canada and the US over espionage concerns. His LinkedIn profile, which didn't fully disclose business affiliations, was deleted after inquiries.
Bob Ray, who believes his cousin's death was a Punjabi Sikh organized crime assassination covered up by corrupt police and a Nigerian pathologist with unverified credentials, questions Parhar's integrity. Parhar faced an investigation for allegedly not investigating fabricated evidence claims. A lawsuit alleged Parhar manipulated promotions to favor loyalists, creating a toxic environment.
Parhar's business, Retrain Canada, lists Huawei as a client, raising national security concerns given his new role. Questions arise about services provided to Huawei and potential access to RCMP officers' confidential records through Parhar's mental health clinic presidency. Discrepancies exist in Parhar's employment dates. Concerns are raised about a sole-source federal contract awarded to Retrain Canada. Premier Smith's immigration initiative for foreign police officers, coupled with Parhar's appointment, sparks fears of corruption and compromised policing. The Alberta government claims a rigorous selection process, but questions linger about national security vetting and awareness of Parhar's foreign ties.