# Canadian Committee Debates Supplier Screening

A Canadian parliamentary committee adjourned debate on a motion seeking scrutiny of federal contracting with Melanite Group and Radian Group Ltd., companies founded by Mohammad Reza Ghafouri Fard. A declassified Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) report alleged that his past procurement activities benefited Iran’s military and the IRGC; the allegations have not been tested in court, and Ghafouri denies wrongdoing. Reported federal and provincial contracts totaled more than $2 million, including military work, and contracts reportedly continued after a CSIS screening report dated January 13, 2023. The motion was adjourned, not defeated, and the report identifies no new solicitation or immediate bidding opportunity.

- The case highlights procurement risks when security-related information and supplier-integrity reviews are not consistently reflected in contracting decisions. Procurement organizations may assess how those functions share and use relevant information.
- Melanite Group and Radian Group Ltd. are reported recipients of federal and provincial work, including contracts involving the RCMP and Department of National Defence; reported military contracts exceeded $1.5 million.
- For contractors, the committee debate signals potential public and parliamentary scrutiny of supplier screening and award decisions. The source does not identify a new compliance requirement or procurement deadline.

**Jurisdictions:** international
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** October 07, 2026

### Government Entities
- Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS)
- Department of National Defence (DND)
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)

### Vendors
- Melanite Group (Federal and provincial contract recipient; founded by Mohammad Reza Ghafouri Fard)
- Radian Group Ltd. (Federal and provincial contract recipient; founded by Mohammad Reza Ghafouri Fard)

### Key Quotes
> If one part of the government is building a national security case against the supplier while another one keeps signing contracts with them, how is this allowed to happen?
> — Dan Mazier, Member of Parliament

### Sources
- [A businessman accused by CSIS of aiding procurement benefiting Iran’s military and the IRGC kept receiving federal money.

Conservatives demanded answers.

Liberal MPs halted the debate.

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