CALGARY, AB, April 2, 2026 /CNW/ - The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is the first line of defence to stop illegal drugs and contraband from entering Canada. On February 15, 2026, CBSA border services officers at Coutts port of entry in southern Alberta intercepted and seized 86.9 kg of suspected cocaine from a commercial truck.
CBSA officers examined a commercial truck carrying a load declared as produce destined for Calgary, Alberta. During the search of the truck's cab, officers found 70 bricks of suspected cocaine hidden inside three suitcases.
The driver of the truck was arrested by CBSA officers and, along with the suspected drugs, was transferred to the custody of the RCMP Federal Policing Northwest Region.
This seizure follows three separate seizures in November and December 2025, where officers at the Coutts port of entry seized a combined 1,010 kg of narcotics.
Quotes
"The CBSA defends our borders and protects our communities from dangerous drugs and organized crime. The safety and security of all Canadians is our government's most important responsibility, and the CBSA with the RCMP work together against those who attempt to break our laws."
- The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety
"This significant seizure highlights both the critical and ongoing role CBSA officers play in disrupting organized crime and preventing dangerous drugs from reaching Alberta communities. In collaboration with our RCMP partners, the CBSA works tirelessly to secure our borders and keep Canadians safe."
- Janalee Bell-Boychuk, Regional Director General, Prairie Region, Canada Border Services Agency
"Protecting our communities from the harms of illegal drugs is a responsibility we share. When partners unite behind a common purpose, we strengthen the supports that keep people safe and reinforce the resilience of communities across Canada."
- Assistant Commissioner Lisa Moreland, Regional Commander, RCMP Federal Policing Northwest Region
Quick facts
- In 2025, CBSA officers in Alberta were responsible for making 1,292 seizures of illegal narcotics, including 1,054 kg of cocaine and 279 kg of methamphetamine.
- Canada is investing $1.3 billion to bolster security at the border and strengthen the immigration system, all while keeping Canadians safe. Information available on the Border Plan is available here: The Government of Canada's Border Plan: significant investments to strengthen border security and our immigration system - Canada.ca.
- For the latest contraband statistics, visit Canada Border Services Agency seizures.
- If you have information about suspicious cross-border activity, please contact the CBSA Border Watch Line at 1-888-502-9060.
- Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is encouraged to contact their local police, the RCMP at 1-800-387-0020 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS
Associated links
- National 2025 CBSA year in review news release
- National 2025 CBSA year in review "Accomplishments by the numbers"
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SOURCE Canada Border Services Agency
Contacts: Media Relations, Canada Border Services Agency, [email protected], 1-877-761-5945
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