Unlawful importation of threatened crocodile meat in Alberta leads to $7,500 fine
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Friday, September 22, 2023
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This was in contravention of subsection 6(2) of the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act (WAPPRIITA).
Key Points:
- This was in contravention of subsection 6(2) of the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act (WAPPRIITA).
- The fine will be directed to the Government of Canada's Environmental Damages Fund.
- Further examination by the Canada Border Services Agency revealed approximately six pounds of meat products in Ali-Ibironke's luggage.
- Environment and Climate Change Canada enforcement officers inspected the meat products and sent samples for DNA analysis to identify the species.