A former finance director for the Jesuits of Canada has agreed to repay $8.8 million to the Catholic order following allegations of fraud. The financial misconduct reportedly occurred over more than a decade and was discovered last year. CBC News reported the settlement details, indicating the director misused funds while managing the Jesuits’ finances. The exact nature of the fraud has not been publicly disclosed. The settlement brings closure to a case that raised concerns about financial oversight within the religious organization. The Jesuits of Canada have not commented publicly on the specifics of the case beyond confirming the settlement amount. This resolution allows the order to recover a significant portion of the misappropriated funds.