21 Jul 2026

News release: Joint human trafficking investigation leads to three arrests; police seek additional victims

FINTRAC’s financial intelligence was recognized by the Ottawa Police Service in a lengthy multi-jurisdictional human trafficking investigation. Three individuals were arrested in the Ottawa area and charged with numerous human trafficking-related offences. With the financial transaction reports received from Canadian businesses across the country, FINTRAC is providing valuable assistance to law enforcement and national security investigations.FINTRAC’s financial intelligence was recognized by the Ottawa Police Service in a lengthy multi-jurisdictional human trafficking investigation. Three individuals were arrested in the Ottawa area and charged with numerous human trafficking-related offences. With the financial transaction reports received from Canadian businesses across the country, FINTRAC is providing valuable assistance to law enforcement and national security investigations. Read More