NAPS Border Control Initiative Launches in the North
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Posted by Shelby Percival
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Pictured above: NAPS Board Chair Frank McKay, Chief of Police Terry Armstrong, Solicitor General Michael Kerzner, NAN Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler – CTV News, Nov. 9, 2026
THUNDER BAY –
On November 9, 2026, Falconers LLP had the honor of supporting the launch of the NAPS Border Control (NBC) program alongside representatives of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service, Nishnawbe Aski Nation, and the Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General.
The event at Thunder Bay International Airport included the participation of NAN Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler, NAPS Board Chair Frank McKay, NAPS Chief of Police Terry Armstrong, and Ontario Solicitor General Michael Kerzner.
NBC is the direct results of years of tireless advocacy by the NAN Chiefs, who require additional resources and supports to tackle the devastating drug crisis in the North.
In 2022, the Chiefs directed NAPS to develop and implement the NBC strategy, which involves adoption of “NBC” Band Council Resolutions, alongside the deployment of specially-trained NAPS Special Constables to conduct drug searches at community airports and other entry points. All travelers are provided advance notice through extensive signage posted at airports and other key locations in the community.
NBC represents an important step in combatting the drug crisis and the flow of illegal drugs from the south. Falconers LLP is privileged to have been asked to support this work.
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