Statistics from the National Fentanyl Sprint 2.0. ( CIROC)
Canadian police forces report one of the largest drug seizures in recent years after a national operation uncovered huge amounts of fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine. The effort, known as the National Fentanyl Sprint 2.0, ran from May 20 to October 31, 2025. Police forces across the country joined the operation, along with several government partners working under the Canadian Integrated Response to Organized Crime, also known as CIROC.
Officials say the operation focused on organized groups that produce, transport, and sell fentanyl and other dangerous drugs. Over the five months, officers seized 386 kilograms of fentanyl, nearly 6,000 kilograms of cocaine, and more than 1,700 kilograms of methamphetamine. Investigators say these numbers reflect the scale of the drug trade inside Canada.
Police Leaders Highlight Team Effort
RCMP Assistant Commissioner and CIROC Co-Chair Bonnie Ferguson says the operation shows how coordinated work can protect communities. “CIROC’s purpose is clear: to co-ordinate efforts to detect, pursue, counter and disrupt organized crime,” she said. She adds that the results show the dedication of police officers who work daily to stop the flow of illegal drugs.
Police sources say nearly all the fentanyl seized in the operation was meant for the Canadian market. Officers found that less than one per cent of the fentanyl was moving toward the United States. “We are not an exporter of fentanyl, it’s a domestic issue,” officials said. They say the findings reveal the depth of the drug problem within Canada.
Arrests and Cash Seizures Add to Results
Along with the drug seizures, police reported 8,136 arrests and charges during the operation. Among those arrested, 217 people faced new fentanyl trafficking charges while they were already out on bail. Officers also recovered $13.46 million in cash linked to drug activity.
These arrests took place in several provinces. Officials say the numbers reflect both street-level work and larger investigations that focused on organized groups.
Where Most Seizures Took Place
CIROC provided a breakdown of the locations involved. Most of the drugs seized came from Ontario. Precursor chemicals, used to produce drugs such as fentanyl, came mostly from Quebec. Officers found 224 kilograms of these materials there, which accounts for 83 per cent of the total. Most of the methamphetamine came from British Columbia, with that province accounting for 51 per cent of the total.
Police say many investigations linked to the operation remain open. Officers started several cases during the National Fentanyl Sprint 2.0, and they expect more charges in the coming months.
