Nipigon – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is committed to disrupting criminal activity and keeping prohibited weapons out of our communities. The Agency announced today that an arrest has been made for weapons and smuggling offences as part of an investigation by the CBSA Northern Ontario Region Intelligence and Enforcement Operations Division. In August 2022, border services officers working …
CBSA gives tips for smoother trip this Labour Day long weekend
Ottawa – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) reminds travellers that the Labour Day long weekend can be extra busy at the border as Canada welcomes many international students, returning residents and travellers enjoying the last official long weekend of summer. Across the country, CBSA front line employees are keeping harmful goods out of Canada, while ensuring legitimate travel and …
CBSA seizes precursor chemicals used to make ecstasy
Mississauga – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is committed to disrupting the flow of precursor chemicals into Canada and preventing harm to our communities. Between the months of June and July 2023, the CBSA at Toronto Pearson International Airport Commercial Operations District intercepted over 3.3 tonnes of PMK ethyl glycidate and 1,4-butanediol arriving from Asia. The substances were found …
CBSA seizes fraudulent PRs, SIN at Armstrong port of entry
Montréal – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is committed to keeping our communities safe. On August 1, border services officers at the Armstrong port of entry arrested two travellers after discovering fraudulent permanent resident and social insurance cards in their vehicle and personal effects. In addition, the travellers were in possession of currency worth more than $10,000 that had not …
CBSA gives tips for smoother trip this August long weekend
Ottawa – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) reminds travellers of what to expect when crossing the border for the August long weekend. Across the country, CBSA front line employees are keeping harmful goods out of Canada, while ensuring travel and trade can continue efficiently and safely. In 2022, we facilitated the arrival of over 60 million travellers while keeping …
Travelling for Canada, US Days? CBSA gives tips for smoother trip
Ottawa – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) reminds travellers of what to expect when crossing the border for Canada Day or U.S. Independence Day long weekend. Across the country, CBSA front line employees are keeping harmful goods out of Canada, while ensuring legitimate travel and trade can continue efficiently and safely. In 2022, we facilitated the arrival of over …
CBSA seizure leads to RCMP charges, suspected drugs, undeclared currency
Niagara – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) are committed to keeping our communities safe. On May 2, 2023, Andrew Lee Toppenberg, arrived at the Rainbow Bridge port of entry in Niagara Falls, Ontario, where he was referred for a secondary examination. During the inspection of the vehicle, border services officers discovered 181 …
CBSA issues temporary halt on removals to Sudan
Ottawa – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has issued a temporary halt on removals to Sudan. This measure is being taken in recognition of the increasing violence, armed conflict, civil unrest and the volatile security situation. The temporary halt, known as an Administrative Deferral of Removals (ADR), is imposed on countries that are considered unsafe due to conditions such …
Travelling for Easter? CBSA gives tips for smoother trip
Ottawa – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) reminds travellers of what to expect when crossing the border over the Easter long weekend. Across the country, close to 6,600 border services officers are keeping harmful goods out of Canada, while ensuring legitimate travel and trade can continue efficiently and safely. In 2022, we facilitated the arrival of over 60 million …
Advance Declaration now available at Edmonton Int’l Airport
Edmonton – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is exploring safe, secure and innovative ways to deliver a better and faster border experience for travellers entering Canada. The Advance Declaration is available to all travellers arriving on international flights at the Edmonton International Airport (YEG). Express lanes are also available in the customs areas for travellers who complete their Advance …