Canada’s Illegal Tobacco Trade a Global Boon for Organized Crime and Terrorism

RCMP identifies 175 criminal organizations involved in Canada’s illicit tobacco trade

As of 2023, the RCMP estimates that 175 criminal organizations are involved in illicit tobacco.Nopphon_1987/Shutterstock

Commentary

Canada’s illegal tobacco trade is not just a domestic issue but a substantial financial boon to organized crime and terrorist organizations worldwide, including terrorist groups like Hamas.