Mr. Speaker, in response to parts (c) and (d) of the question, for security reasons and to maintain the integrity of the operations of the Canada Border Services Agency, or CBSA, information pertaining to the use of boats has been withheld.
As of June 11, 2025, the CBSA owns 11 rigid hull inflatable boats.
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police, or RCMP, deploys helicopters, marine vessels, and drones, also referred to as Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems, or RPAS, to support border operations, as well as other mandated priorities. The specific number of each asset used at the border can fluctuate each day, dependent on several factors. Key factors include: a rapidly evolving operational landscape; how border operations are conducted by the RCMP; and the demand for resources placed on the RCMP by shifting priorities, which are determined either by evolving risks/threats or Government of Canada priorities.
To protect the integrity of RCMP equipment and the operations which they support, the RCMP is not able to provide specific details on the type of marine vessels or RPAS used by the organization.
In response to part (a) of the question, the RCMP currently owns a total of nine helicopters; six of which can be deployed, as required, to support border integrity operations. Additionally, two Black Hawks, chartered by Helicopter Transport Services; and another one (1) Black Hawk, chartered by Expedition Helicopters Inc.
With respect to part (b), the RCMP does not currently lease helicopters; however, the RCMP does charter three helicopters as described in part (a). Note that the RCMP defines leasing as a long-term agreement for the use of an asset, like an aircraft, with the lessee, or user, often having more control and responsibility over its operation. Chartering equipment is usually a shorter-term arrangement for a specific purpose, with the charterer, or user, often relying on the owner or operator for the asset's operation, including pilot, crew, and maintenance.
With respect to part (c), the RCMP owns approximately 45 marine vessels deployed for federal border operations across Canada. This number may vary slightly due to vessels in and out of service and for other operational matters.
With respect to part (d), the RCMP does not currently lease marine vessels.
With respect to part(e), in collaboration with Public Services and Procurement Canada, the RCMP procured 60 drones specifically for task missions tied to integrated border enforcement work that it carries out across the country. The use of RPAS allows the RCMP to monitor remote or hard-to-access areas more effectively, helping detect and respond to potential risks in real time. The Canadian Armed Forces provided over 40 secured drones to support RCMP border security activities.
With respect to part (f), the RCMP does not currently lease drones.