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CBSA efforts to disrupt extortion networks led to over 100 removals

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) continues to take action against individuals with suspected links to extortion activities, working with law enforcement partners across Canada to identify, investigate, and remove those who are inadmissible under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA).

Through joint enforcement efforts nationwide, the CBSA supports a coordinated response to extortion. The agency investigates foreign nationals who may be in violation of IRPA, including those engaged in criminal and organized crime activities, such as extortion. 

As of September 3, 2026, 188 removal orders have been issued on various inadmissibility grounds, and 111 individuals have been removed from Canada. These figures can be further broken down by region:

  • In Pacific Region, 91 removal orders have been issued, and 58 individuals have been removed from Canada. 
  • In Prairie Region, 47 removal orders have been issued, and 30 individuals have been removed from Canada. 
  • In Greater Toronto Area (GTA) Region, 50 removal orders have been issued, and 23 individuals have been removed from Canada.

 

Please visit this link for more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2026/09/cbsa-efforts-to-disrupt-extortion-networks-led-to-over-100-removals.html 

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