The RCMP has increased its staffing at the Canada-US border by 35% in response to US President Donald Trump's threat of tariffs. Commissioner Mike Duheme confirmed the temporary redeployment of resources from other areas to address the border security priority. The move comes after Trump signed an executive order imposing tariffs on Canadian goods and energy.
RCMP staffing at the Canada-U.S. border has increased by 35 per cent compared to three weeks ago, according to Commissioner Mike Duheme.
In an interview on CTV’s Power Play, Duheme confirmed the national police service has increased its posture at the border by “temporarily” moving resources from other places. On Saturday, Trump signed an executive order that would impose a 25 per cent tariff on Canadian goods and a 10 per cent tariff on Canadian energy, citing concerns around border security.
I just had a good call with President Trump. Canada is implementing our $1.3 billion border plan — reinforcing the border with new choppers, technology and personnel, enhanced coordination with our American partners, and increased resources to stop the flow of fentanyl. Nearly…Duheme confirmed the 10,000 is a combination of Canada Border Services Agency and RCMP personnel. Provinces have also offered up officers to help in the effort, the commissioner added.
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