QSA's Week in Freight & Ports (#1, 2024)
CBSA seizes amphetamines in Montreal; VIA Rail incident prompts investigation; Rail safety funding announced; LaSalle Causeway closure scheduled; Canadian trade deficit widens.

Start Date: 2024-10-05
End Date: 2024-10-11
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CBSA Makes Major Amphetamine Seizure at Montreal Marine and Rail Services
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced a significant seizure of amphetamines at the Montreal Marine and Rail Services. Approximately 11 million tablets were concealed in PVC panels within a container from China. The contraband, valued at an estimated $56 million, was transferred to the RCMP for destruction. This discovery underscores the ongoing challenge of securing Canadian borders against illicit drugs, particularly in major transport hubs.
Sources: ['Announcements: www.canada.ca']