Police rescue 64 Mexican nationals from 'deplorable' alleged human trafficking ring in Toronto-area

By News on the Net -- CTV News —— Bio and Archives March 3, 2023

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Police have arrested five people and have issued arrest warrants for two others following a months-long investigation into an alleged human trafficking ring that they say was enticing Mexican nationals into Canada with promises of a “better life” and then exploiting them for their labour.

The investigation, dubbed “Project Norte,” began in November after York Regional Police received a complaint from a single Mexican national about his work and living conditions in Canada. ---More...