April 3 2018
Peter German, a former RCMP deputy commissioner, delivered his report to Eby on Tuesday. He examined B.C.’s anti-money-laundering policies, how they’ve been handled by Lower Mainland casinos, and the connection to B.C.’s economy and organized crime.
“It’s clear that the proceeds of organized crime have been laundered through casinos in British Columbia for many years,” Eby said in a statement Tuesday. “Government is determined to end this illegal activity. German’s report will provide us with a strong foundation to make effective decisions to eradicate this activity.”
Eby said the report contains “48 substantive recommendations” but would only be released “in due course” along with the government’s response. His ministry said there is no date set for releasing the 250-page report.