The Government of Canada recognizes that organized crime activity is a threat to Canada’s economic integrity. Today’s Canadian organized crime response is based on partnerships among all levels of law enforcement and an all-points strategy that counters its destructive effect on the economy.

The forces of supply and demand drive the illegitimate market just as they do the legitimate one. Organized crime (OC) groups are entrepreneurs, actively seeking ways to turn a profit. They are opportunists, responding to changing economic conditions and operating environments.