Commercial Crime Branch

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The RCMP Commercial Crime Program's mission is to detect and prevent threats to the Canadian economy and to help ensure the integrity of Canadian institutions. The RCMP has 30 Commercial Crime Sections strategically located across the country. These units are staffed with dedicated experienced investigators and employees who are often supported by subject matter experts in different fields such as forensic accounting and criminal law. Commercial Crime Sections have developed strong partnerships with other law enforcement and government agencies, which have resulted in many successful public awareness and enforcement initiatives.

The best way to combat economic crime is through prevention. Public awareness is an important tool in preventing the victimization of Canadians. The RCMP Commercial Crime Program, in partnership with the public and private sectors, is committed to educating the public on ways to protect themselves from economic crimes.

The Commercial Crime Branch is organized into the following program areas:

National Interest Investigations & International Corruption

• National Interest Investigations
• International Corruption

Major Fraud

• Major Fraud
  • Corporate Fraud
  • Credit Fraud
  • Investment Fraud
  • Securities Fraud
  • Mass Marketing Fraud
• Scams

Bankruptcy

• Bankruptcy and Insolvency

Counterfeit & Identity Fraud

• Counterfeiting
• Counterfeit Analysis Program
• Bureau for Counterfeit and Document Examinations
• Identity Fraud

Other Federal Statutes

Commercial Crime Branch is identified as the policy centre responsible for several federal statutes. The economic nature of these statutes is such that enforcement activities are a natural fit for the Commercial Crime Program and commercial crime investigators.

The Commercial Crime Program is also responsible for investigating commercial crimes in which the government of Canada is a victim. For example, Commercial Crime Sections investigate frauds on Health Canada, Employment Insurance, and Public Works and Government Services Canada.

Contact: Commercial Crime Branch 613-991-4331