The Royal Canadian Mounted Police says foreign governments continue to intimidate and harass individuals in Canada, although linking specific incidents directly to state actors in criminal court remains difficult. The national police force issued a statement acknowledging ongoing complaints from communities across the country about interference and pressure tied to overseas governments.
The clarification followed earlier remarks by RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme during a television interview in which he said investigators had identified harassment and intimidation but had not yet established courtroom ready evidence connecting those incidents to a specific foreign government. The follow up statement stressed that intelligence related to transnational repression exists, but turning that information into admissible criminal evidence remains a complex process.
Security officials say foreign interference continues to be a persistent concern. The Canadian Security Intelligence Service has identified several countries including China, India, Russia and Iran as key actors involved in espionage and interference activities targeting Canada. Intelligence experts note that information gathered by security agencies is not always automatically shared for criminal prosecution unless legal thresholds are met.
Allegations involving India have drawn particular attention in recent years following claims that members of the Khalistan movement were targeted abroad. Canadian authorities have previously accused the government of Narendra Modi of involvement in interference activities, including the alleged use of organized crime networks connected to violence against Sikh activists. Several investigations linked to those claims remain ongoing, according to the RCMP.
Officials say the federal government remains committed to addressing foreign interference and protecting diaspora communities from intimidation or surveillance linked to overseas actors. At the same time, community groups continue to call for clearer action and accountability as Canada works to balance national security concerns with diplomatic and trade relationships abroad.
