News release: Arrests made in armed bank robberies across Ontario 

FINTRAC’s financial intelligence was recognized by the Ontario Provincial Police in Project Opal, a multi-jurisdictional bank robbery investigation. Investigators have determined that the group of suspects is responsible for more than $2 million in reported losses across eight banks. As a result of the investigation, four suspects have been arrested and a fifth suspect was charged and remains wanted. With the financial transaction reports received from Canadian businesses across the country, FINTRAC is providing valuable assistance to law enforcement and national security investigations. Read More