SAINT-JÉRÔME, QC, Sept. 9, 2026 /CNW/ -- Following a seizure by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) at Mirabel International Airport and the subsequent execution of a search warrant at a residence on the North Shore of Montreal, a 40-year-old Montreal man is facing a series of criminal charges today at the Saint-Jérôme courthouse.
The investigation began in March 2024 when a CBSA officer at Mirabel International Airport seized 250 blank cards similar to the Canadian permanent resident card and 250 holograms similar to those that are applied to the card.
On July 11, 2024, the CBSA Criminal Investigations Section executed a search warrant at a residence on the North Shore of Montreal, where they seized a number of forged identity documents containing inaccurate biographical information. They also seized materials associated with the fabrication of counterfeit documents, a restricted firearm - a 9x19 mm model 48 semi-automatic Glock - and three magazines.
The individual, Ahmad Jawid Toukhi, is charged with the following:
- smuggling into Canada goods whose importation is prohibited under the Criminal Code, namely items intended for the production of counterfeit identification documents, contrary to the Customs Act;
- making false or misleading statements by importing goods into Canada under a false identity, contrary to the Customs Act;
- possessing identity information with the intent to use it to create false documents, contrary to the Criminal Code;
- making false identification documents, including a fraudulent Canadian passport and false Canadian permanent resident cards, contrary to the Criminal Code;
- knowingly importing, selling, offering for sale, or making available counterfeit identification documents, contrary to the Criminal Code;
- defrauding the Government of Canada by smuggling goods whose importation is prohibited, namely articles intended for the production and issuance of fraudulent identification documents, contrary to the Criminal Code.
making false or misleading statements by importing goods without lawful authorization or legitimate justification, knowing that they had been used, altered, or were intended for use in the production of counterfeit documents, contrary to the Customs Act.These seizures and charges were a result of collaboration between CBSA officers at Mirabel International Airport, the CBSA Quebec Region Intelligence Section, the CBSA Analytical and Forensic Services Division and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Cryptocurrency Tactical Operational Support team.
Quote
"Forged documents are often used to facilitate identity theft, fraud, organized crime and immigration-related offences. The Canada Border Services Agency is combatting these crimes, enforcing the law and holding perpetrators accountable for their actions."
- The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety
"Combatting fraud and identity theft is a priority for the Canada Border Services Agency. This investigation strengthens the protection of Canadians against these criminal activities."
- Eric Lapierre, Regional Director General, Quebec Region, Canada Border Services Agency
Quick facts
- Any person who imports goods into Canada by making a false statement may be subject to prosecution. Importing falsely declared goods for criminal purposes is considered an aggravating factor.
- On December 3, 2024, a CBSA investigation into the importation of false documents resulted in a prison sentence.
- On May 8, 2025, a CBSA investigation led to charges related to importation of equipment used to make false identities.
- As part of the Border Plan, Canada is investing $1.3 billion to bolster security at the border and strengthen the immigration system, all while keeping Canadians safe.
- If you have any information about suspicious cross-border activity, please contact the CBSA Border Watch Line toll-free at 1-888-502-9060 or submit a tip online.
Follow us on "X" (@CanBorderQUE) and Instagram, join us on Facebook or visit our YouTube channel.
SOURCE Canada Border Services Agency
Contacts: Media Relations, Canada Border Services Agency, [email protected], 1-877-761-5945
Share this article