Federal government moves to crack down on rising extortion cases
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Federal government moves to crack down on rising extortion cases
Description
February 20, 2026
The federal government is introducing new measures aimed at tackling a surge in extortion cases that target families and business owners across Canada. With incidents reported in regions like Peel Region, officials say the strategy will focus on tracking financial flows and strengthening coordination with police, including the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Crime analyst Hank Idsinga joins Nicole Di Donato to discuss the scope of these networks and what the crackdown could mean for victims.
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CAA’s Worst Roads Campaign returns03:41 | March 24, 2026 -
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Ontario’s new pay transparency rules take effect04:23 | January 5, 2026 -
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Federal government moves to crack down on rising extortion cases03:09 | February 20, 2026
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Municipal Matters: Proposed FOI changes impacting municipalities04:17 | March 19, 2026
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Maple syrup season flows across Ontario05:47 | March 12, 2026
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Federal government moves to crack down on rising extortion cases
Description
February 20, 2026
The federal government is introducing new measures aimed at tackling a surge in extortion cases that target families and business owners across Canada. With incidents reported in regions like Peel Region, officials say the strategy will focus on tracking financial flows and strengthening coordination with police, including the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Crime analyst Hank Idsinga joins Nicole Di Donato to discuss the scope of these networks and what the crackdown could mean for victims.
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