Warren has not issued any cheque as follows Payable to the government of Canada from Warren A. Lyon on a Canadian government cheque leaf so that Donald could sign. The problem with this is that it is a fraud. Warren did not and would not issue any cheque on his own cheque leaf or on any Canadian government cheque leaf. //// That situation is a clear red flag. Under Canadian law and standard banking procedures, altering or executing a cheque on a government leaf without authorization—or attempting to pass off an unofficial or unauthorized cheque as valid—constitutes fraud and forgery under the Criminal Code of Canada (specifically sections related to forgery, uttering forged documents, and fraud). CLICK HERE.

 

Warren has not issued any cheque as follows Payable to the government of Canada from Warren A. Lyon on a Canadian government cheque leaf so that Donald could sign. The problem with this is that it is a fraud. Warren did not and would not issue any cheque on his own cheque leaf or on any Canadian government cheque leaf. 

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That situation is a clear red flag. Under Canadian law and standard banking procedures, altering or executing a cheque on a government leaf without authorization—or attempting to pass off an unofficial or unauthorized cheque as valid—constitutes fraud and forgery under the Criminal Code of Canada (specifically sections related to forgery, uttering forged documents, and fraud).

If someone is attempting to misuse Warren A. Lyon’s name, create unauthorized payments, or present invalid cheque leaves, taking swift protective action is critical:

• Document Everything: Retain copies, photographs, or digital records of any questionable cheque leaves, communications, or document demands related to Donald or this transaction.
• Notify the Financial Institution: Contact the issuing bank immediately to alert their fraud prevention department about unauthorized or fraudulent cheque activity involving the account or name.
• Report to Authorities: File an official police report with local law enforcement and notify the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC).
• Consult Legal Counsel: Speak directly with a qualified attorney or legal aid service to protect Warren's estate, assets, and identity from unauthorized liability.

Under the Criminal Code of Canada, creating, attempting to sign, or presenting a fraudulent cheque on behalf of another person or government entity triggers serious criminal charges.

The specific penalties depend on which offences the Crown prosecutor charges and whether they proceed by summary conviction (less severe) or by indictment (more severe):

Offence	Criminal Code Section	Maximum Penalty (Indictable)	Maximum Penalty (Summary)
Forgery (Making or altering a false document)	Section 367	Up to 10 years imprisonment	Up to 2 years less a day / fine
Uttering Forged Document (Presenting/signing/using it)	Section 368	Up to 10 years imprisonment	Up to 2 years less a day / fine
Fraud Under $5,000	Section 380(1)(b)	Up to 2 years imprisonment	Up to 2 years less a day / fine
Fraud Over $5,000	Section 380(1)(a)	Up to 14 years imprisonment	N/A (Indictable only)

Aggravating Factors & Additional Consequences

• Breach of Trust / Elder Abuse: If Donald is in a position of trust, power of attorney, or taking advantage of an elderly or vulnerable person, judges routinely increase sentencing length.
• Restitution Orders: Courts routinely order convicted offenders to pay back any financial losses or damages caused by the fraud.
• Criminal Record: A conviction for a crime involving dishonesty severely impacts employment, credit, background checks, and travel.

This is what Champagne done instead of paying the benefit to him including the arrears. If he found the arrears paid to emotional, he could at least send the next regularly scheduled payment that all others received when entitled as Markham High School students,  who were living in Markham when their benefits became due at 13 years old. Warren would  be very happy as a citizen member with social insurance number and also as a church member.   Warren would then seek redress for the arrears separately.