A police raid in Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes, Que., led to the seizure of cannabis, hashish, recreational vehicles and more than $18,800 in cash, according to the Sûreté du Québec.
The operation was carried out on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, by officers from the SQ detachment serving the Joliette regional municipality.
Police searched a residence on Rang Sainte-Rose as part of an investigation into suspected illegal cannabis activity and the possible possession of property obtained through crime.
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Police Raid: What police seized
The SQ said investigators found more than 975 grams of cannabis and over 450 grams of hashish during the search.
They also seized a range of recreational vehicles and equipment linked to the investigation.
- Two boats with trailers
- Two personal watercraft with trailers
- One snowmobile
- One all-terrain vehicle
- One agricultural tractor
- Three additional trailers
- A 2025 Ford F-250 truck
- More than $18,800 in cash
The seizure of vehicles and cash means the investigation may extend beyond the suspected possession of cannabis and hashish.
Under Quebec’s proceeds-of-crime rules, property believed to have been used to facilitate an offence or acquired through criminal activity can be seized while an investigation continues.
Police investigation continues
The SQ said the investigation began after information was provided by members of the public.
Police did not announce any arrests in connection with the October 28 search.
No charges had been confirmed as of October 31, 2026.
The absence of announced charges does not mean the investigation is closed.
Investigators can continue reviewing seized material, assessing the ownership and use of the vehicles, and determining whether additional people or offences are connected to the case.
The SQ has not publicly identified the occupant of the residence or provided details about the suspected scale of the operation.
Why the seizure matters
Illegal cannabis investigations in Quebec can involve both the distribution of cannabis outside the regulated system and the movement or storage of related assets.
Hashish and cannabis remain subject to restrictions even though adult-use cannabis is legal through Quebec’s regulated framework.
Products sold or distributed outside the authorized system are not governed by the same controls, supply rules or retail structure.
The SQ has previously said that operations targeting illegal cannabis are intended to reduce access to unregulated products and limit competition with the province’s legal cannabis retailer.
The seizure of boats, personal watercraft, trailers and other vehicles could also help investigators determine whether transportation, storage or resale formed part of the suspected activity.
Those details will depend on the evidence gathered during the investigation and any later court proceedings.
What happens next
The investigation remains active.
Police may recommend charges related to possession for the purpose of trafficking, trafficking, proceeds of crime or other offences if the evidence supports them.
Any such allegations would have to be tested in court, and anyone charged would be presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
The SQ continues to ask residents to report information about suspected drug trafficking or production through its confidential criminal information line.
For now, the police operation has removed a significant quantity of cannabis products, cash and recreational equipment from the property while investigators work to establish how the items were connected to the suspected illegal activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where did the police raid take place?
The Sûreté du Québec searched a residence on Rang Sainte-Rose in Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes, Quebec.
When did the search happen?
The search was carried out on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.
What did police seize?
Police reported seizing more than 975 grams of cannabis, over 450 grams of hashish, more than $18,800 in cash, boats, personal watercraft, trailers, a snowmobile, an ATV, a tractor and a 2025 Ford F-250.
Were any arrests or charges announced?
No arrests or charges had been announced in connection with the search as of October 31, 2026.
Why were the vehicles seized?
The vehicles and equipment may be relevant to the investigation into illegal cannabis activity or suspected proceeds of crime, but their final legal status will depend on the ongoing investigation.
Fact-Checked: The seizure details, operation date and investigation status were checked against information attributed to the Sûreté du Québec and corroborated by current regional reporting.
Disclaimer: The investigation is ongoing, and any future charges would remain allegations until proven in court.