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In Edmonton, nearly 18 people are reported missing every day. If your loved one goes missing, the first step is to do your due diligence by reaching out to local hospitals, schools, and employers. If those searches aren’t yielding any results, get the police involved. The Edmonton Police Service’s missing persons unit encourages people to make a report as soon as possible, as there is often perishable evidence, such as witnesses, that fades over time. The unit also uses tools like news releases and social media to raise awareness about missing persons. For families who are struggling to cope with the disappearance of a loved one, the Free Bird Project provides support and guidance on how to navigate the process of searching for missing persons.

An internal audit conducted in 2019 revealed significant weaknesses in the controls of Ireland’s Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP). The audit examined 18 applications and found that in each case, there was insufficient evidence to verify the legality of the funds provided by the applicants. The report also highlighted concerns about a lack of due diligence checks on applicants’ backgrounds and criminal histories. Following the audit, an external review by accountants EY recommended tighter controls on the approval process and the source of funding. The Irish government closed the IIP in February 2023 due to concerns about the surge in applications and difficulties validating requests, particularly from Chinese millionaires.