OTTAWA, ON – Documents released by the federal government reveal that Dr. Xiangguo Qiu, a scientist fired from the Winnipeg National Microbiology Lab (NML), shared sensitive research with China. Her actions have alarmed the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), raising national security concerns.

Qiu and her husband were dismissed from the NML, Canada’s top infectious disease facility, in 2019. CSIS reports show Qiu aided China’s scientific development, including providing the genetic sequence of Ebola. She also participated in Chinese “talent programs” that may have led to intellectual property theft.

CSIS accuses Qiu of dishonesty and reckless handling of dangerous materials potentially destined for institutions with military goals. Her actions are deemed a threat to Canadian and international security.

Qiu defends her actions as a misunderstanding, but CSIS stands firm in its assessment. Health Minister Mark Holland acknowledges the need for greater vigilance.

Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre issued a statement condemning the data …