Canada's Border Agency Recovers Record Number of Stolen Vehicles
Transport Minister Anita Anand reports a 19% decline in auto thefts amid new action plan efforts.
- The Canada Border Services Agency has intercepted 1,945 stolen vehicles in 2024, surpassing last year's total.
- A national action plan implemented earlier this year has contributed to a 19% decrease in auto thefts across Canada.
- Proposed regulations targeting anti-theft technology in new vehicles are expected to be introduced next year.
- Changes to the Criminal Code now impose stiffer penalties on auto theft and related organized crime activities.
- Efforts to combat auto theft include enhanced intelligence sharing, expanded scanning technology, and international collaboration.