2024 Year in Review: CBSA Protecting Canadians and Supporting Our Economy
December 9, 2024
Ottawa, ON – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has released its 2024 Year in Review, highlighting the agency’s efforts to protect Canadians and support our economy.
Protecting Canadians
Throughout 2024, the CBSA continued to play a vital role in safeguarding Canada’s borders and protecting Canadians from potential threats. Some of the key achievements in this area include:
- Interdicted over 2,000 individuals at the border who were inadmissible to Canada due to criminal history, security concerns, or other inadmissibility factors.
- Implemented enhanced screening procedures at airports and land borders to identify potential risks and prevent the entry of dangerous goods.
- Collaborated with law enforcement partners to intercept and seize illegal drugs, weapons, and other contraband at the border.
- Developed and implemented a new risk assessment system to better identify individuals who may pose a threat to Canada.
Supporting Our Economy
The CBSA also played a crucial role in supporting Canada’s economy in 2024. Some of the key initiatives in this area include:
- Facilitated the movement of over $1 trillion worth of goods across the border, supporting Canadian businesses and consumers.
- Implemented a new streamlined import clearance process to reduce wait times and costs for businesses.
- Launched a new program to support small and medium-sized businesses in exporting their goods to international markets.
- Worked closely with partners in the tourism industry to promote Canada as a safe and welcoming destination for visitors.
Modernizing Services
The CBSA continued to modernize its services in 2024, making it easier for businesses and travelers to navigate the border. Some of the key initiatives in this area include:
- Expanded the use of technology to streamline border operations, including automated passport kiosks and electronic travel authorization programs.
- Developed a new online portal for businesses to manage their customs declarations and payments.
- Implemented a new mobile application to provide travelers with real-time border wait times and other travel information.
Looking Ahead
As we enter 2025, the CBSA remains committed to protecting Canadians and supporting our economy. The agency will continue to invest in new technologies and programs to enhance border security and facilitate the movement of goods and people across the border.
“The CBSA is proud of the progress we have made in 2024,” said John Ossowski, President of the CBSA. “We will continue to work hard to protect Canadians, support our economy, and modernize our services in the years to come.”
For more information on the CBSA’s 2024 Year in Review, please visit the agency’s website at www.cbsa.gc.ca.
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