Former Unifor president Jerry Dias being investigated by Toronto Police Financial Crimes Unit

Dias retired after 8 ½ years as Unifor president March 11, citing ongoing medical problems.

April 05, 2022 12:47 PM

The Toronto Police Service says its Financial Crimes Unit is investigating former Unifor President Jerry Dias after the union handed over money he allegedly accepted from a supplier of COVID-19 rapid test kits he promoted to members.

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