Two men from the Greater Toronto Area are facing serious trafficking charges after Canadian border officers intercepted more than $43 million worth of suspected cocaine hidden in tractor-trailers at the Blue Water Bridge port of entry in Sarnia, Ontario.
The seizures happened on August 13 and 14, 2025, during separate secondary inspections. On the first day, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers discovered 150 kilograms of cocaine in six boxes, with an estimated street value of $18.8 million. The following day, officers found another 199 kilograms valued at $24.9 million.
“The Canada Border Services Agency is protecting our borders and ensuring the safety of our communities,” said CBSA regional director general Michael Prosia, noting that southern Ontario ports have already intercepted more than 1.52 tonnes of cocaine from the United States this year alone.
The drugs and the suspects were turned over to the RCMP, who confirmed the arrests of a 28-year-old man from Brampton and a 38-year-old man from Etobicoke. Both are charged with importing cocaine and possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking.
“These two successful seizures highlight the great work being done every day by the CBSA and RCMP at the border,” said RCMP Chief Supt. Chris Leather.
CBSA statistics show that from January 1 to August 20, officers seized 1,424 kilograms of cocaine from the U.S., compared to 878 kilograms from all other countries combined, meaning nearly two-thirds of all cocaine seized at Canadian borders this year originated in the United States.
Authorities are urging the public to report suspicious cross-border activity by calling the CBSA Border Watch Line at 1-888-502-9060 or by contacting the RCMP or Crime Stoppers.