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Strictness has also been increased on the Canada-US border, Black Hawk helicopters have been deployed to patrol the border.

  The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) began patrolling the British Columbia-U.S. border with Black Hawk helicopters this week, adding a new layer of security and enforcement to the region. While B.C. already operates the largest RCMP air service fleet in Canada, the Black Hawk’s speed, range and advanced capabilities will strengthen efforts to detect, deter and disrupt illegal border activity.

The helicopters will monitor the border with the U.S. states of Washington, Idaho and Montana, specifically targeting human trafficking, drug and contraband smuggling, and illegal crossings. The officers on board will have the ability to respond rapidly to suspicious activity, working with federal policing Pacific Region Border Enforcement teams to enhance both intelligence gathering and rapid response operations.

This deployment further strengthens Canada's commitment to border security with the United States, ensuring swift action against criminal activity while supporting law enforcement efforts across the province. The move reflects the tightening of restrictions on the U.S.-Canada border, according to a security statement issued by U.S. President Donald Trump last week.
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