Ep 2. Episode 2

In season 1, episode 2 of Border Security: Canada's Front Line, the focus is on the many individuals who try to smuggle goods into Canada every single day. The show provides an inside look into how Customs and Border Protection (CBSA) officers work hard to stop these individuals from crossing the border with goods that are prohibited from entering the country.

The episode starts with CBSA officers inspecting cars, trucks, and vans that arrive at the border. In one instance, they discover a Canadian woman hiding marijuana in a jar of peanut butter, and later, they find a man trying to smuggle cocaine in his luggage. The discovery of these illegal goods results in both individuals being arrested and their merchandise confiscated.

Another segment of the episode takes place in the mailroom of a facility that receives millions of letters every day. CBSA officers investigate suspicious packages and letters that are suspected of containing illegal drugs and weapons. In one instance, officers locate a package that is suspected of having illegal weapons concealed inside. After further inspection, they discover a grenade and a handgun inside the package.

In addition to drugs and weapons, CBSA officers also come across many people who are attempting to enter Canada without proper documentation. In one segment of the episode, they discover a man trying to enter Canada on a fake passport. Upon further inspection, they also discover that he has a criminal record and has been deported from Canada before. The man is denied entry into the country, and officers escort him back to his country of origin.

The final segment of the episode follows CBSA officers as they patrol the coastlines and waters of Canada. They search for individuals who are trying to smuggle goods and people into the country using boats and other watercrafts. In one instance, they come across a suspicious boat and discover that it is loaded with illegal drugs. The officers move in quickly and arrest the individuals onboard the boat.

Throughout the episode, Border Security: Canada's Front Line provides a riveting look into the daily work of CBSA officers. Viewers get an inside look into how these officers work tirelessly to prevent illegal goods and people from entering Canada. The show is highly educational, informative, and provides viewers with an in-depth look into the complex world of border security.