A 40-year-old Quebec man from Lévis has been arrested as part of a national security investigation by the RCMP.
Mohamed Ali Ben Chaoua was taken into custody Thursday morning by the RCMP’s Federal Policing Eastern Region. Investigators said they had reasonable grounds to fear he may commit terrorism offences.
The RCMP say the suspect was not previously on their radar, and that the investigation was sparked by a tip from the public, launching a year-long national security probe.
Authorities say the investigation began in March 2025 following an online tip to the RCMP’s National Security Information Network.
Officers say they arrested him at his home and searched the residence and seized electronic devices.
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Police allege he made numerous posts on TikTok expressing support for the Islamic State and that he operated multiple accounts used to promote extremist material.
Officers are seeking a terrorism peace bond under Section 810.011 of the Criminal Code, which would allow authorities to impose monitoring conditions and other tools aimed at preventing potential offences.
The peace bond would give investigators broader authority to monitor Ben Chaoua and ensure any alleged illegal activity stops, police say.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police say further charges could be laid.
Ben Chaoua is scheduled to appear Friday at the Québec City courthouse.
Police say he was not previously known to them and had no criminal record prior to this investigation.
Experts warn the broader threat remains. Former CSIS analyst Phil Gurski says ISIS continues to be an active global organization and is using ongoing wars, including in Gaza and Iran, to attract new recruits.
The RCMP says countering religiously motivated violent extremism remains a top priority and is urging the public to report suspicious activity.
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