IQALUIT — A Toronto woman who pleaded guilty to a case of Inuit identity fraud could face up to two years in jail, which would mark one of the first times a case of Indigenous identity fraud resulted in imprisonment.

Karima Manji previously pleaded guilty to one count of fraud over $5,000 after she submitted an application claiming false Inuit status for her twin daughters. The two women then used the enrolment cards to receive monetary benefits from two organizations.

IQALUIT — A Toronto woman who pleaded guilty to a case of Inuit identity fraud could face up to two years in jail, which would mark one of the first times a case of…{ai:summary}<p>In a rare case, a Toronto woman faces jail time for Inuit identity fraud, sparking controversy in the community. Karima Manji admitted to submitting false claims for her twin daughters, resulting in financial gain. #crime</p>

Non-Indigenous woman faces up to two years in custody in Inuit identity fraud case

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