Skip to main content

CBSA seizes 1,066 kg of Cannabis in the Greater Toronto Area

From January 1 to February 28, 2026, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), in conjunction with RCMP Toronto Airport Detachment (TAD), intercepted over 1,000 kg of illegal cannabis from travellers and commercial shipments leaving the country. Here are some examples of the seizures that took place:

  • On January 9, 2026 border service officers at Toronto Pearson International Airport seized 72 kg of cannabis from a passenger bound for the United Kingdom.
  • On January 19, 2026 border service officers at Toronto Pearson International Airport intercepted 61.5 kg of cannabis from a passenger bound for the United Kingdom after positive indication from a CBSA detector dog team.
  • On February 12, 2026 border service officers in Mississauga seized 224 kg of cannabis from a commercial shipment bound for Germany.
  • On February 24, 2026, while attending UPS facilities for examinations, border service officers in Hamilton seized 7 kg of cannabis in a parcel bound for the Netherlands.

 

Please visit this link for more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2026/03/cbsa-seizes-1066-kg-of-cannabis-in-the-greater-toronto-area.html

 

Topic(s)

CBSA Policies & Decisions

Information source

Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)
Disclaimer

The foregoing information is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as, nor should it be considered, professional advice or a substitute for conducting your own thorough research and review. Before making any decisions or taking any action based on the information provided, you should conduct your own independent investigation and/or seek professional advice from a qualified expert in the relevant field. The CSCB disclaims all liability for actions taken or not taken based on the information provided.