Bordered by Denial: Ottawa’s Inaction as Canada Becomes a Fentanyl Source State

Bordered by Denial: Ottawa's Inaction as Canada Becomes a Fentanyl Source State

CCP-backed networks and Mexican cartels exploit Canada's porous borders and internal weaknesses, while the RCMP falters in the face of a growing crisis.


Canada is grappling with a two-pronged crisis: a significant increase in fentanyl production and trafficking within its borders, and a Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) struggling with internal issues that threaten its effectiveness. The article suggests that Prime Minister Mark Carney's government has been slow to act decisively against the incursions of the Sinaloa and Jalisco New Generation cartels, which are backed by the Chinese Communist Party. As a result, Canada has become a major source of fentanyl for international markets, including the United States. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has reported a 775% increase in fentanyl seizures in the 2023-2024 fiscal year, indicating a shift from importation to domestic production. Despite the gravity of the situation, Ottawa's response has been largely symbolic, with the RCMP facing a credibility crisis due to leadership issues, politicized decision-making, and concerns over surveillance practices. The author calls for a comprehensive strategy that includes stronger border security measures, leadership overhaul within the RCMP, and a genuine security partnership with the U.S. to combat the fentanyl epidemic effectively. Without such actions, the crisis is likely to escalate further, impacting both countries' domestic security and strategic alliance.