An Ontario man is facing charges after police seized illegal cannabis and unstamped cigarettes during a traffic stop in Amherst, Nova Scotia, on May 9, 2026.
The Nova Scotia RCMP conducted the stop and discovered 20 cases of unstamped cigarettes, along with a quantity of illegal cannabis. The driver, a resident of Ontario, was taken into custody and now faces multiple charges under the Cannabis Act and the Excise Act.
Police estimate the value of the seized contraband is significant, though exact figures have not been released. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the origin and intended destination of the illegal goods.
This seizure is part of broader efforts by law enforcement to crack down on the illegal trade of cannabis and tobacco products, which undermines regulated markets and public safety.
