News release

Radicalized Youth Placed on Peace Bond by RCMP

February 4, 2026 - New Brunswick, New Brunswick
From: Federal Policing Eastern Region

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In late 2025, the RCMP Federal Policing – Eastern Region’s National Security Enforcement Section (ER NSES) in New Brunswick arrested a youth for the Facilitation of a Terrorist Activity under s. 83.19 of the Criminal Code.

The youth is now subject to strict conditions under the authority of a terrorism peace bond, the first in New Brunswick history. 

A terrorism peace bond can be used when investigators fear that a terrorist offence may be carried out, enabling the use of robust monitoring and de-escalation tools.

This case is part of a broader trend observed by the ER NSES in New Brunswick involving youth radicalization driven by exposure to extremist online spaces and peer-to-peer networks.

“This case exemplifies the tremendous success of our National Security Enforcement Section who are responsible for disrupting the greatest domestic and international threats,” said Insp. Aaron Glode, the Officer in Charge of the ER NSES. “By leveraging strong partnerships at home and abroad, we continue to help ensure New Brunswick remains a safe and welcoming place for all, especially our youth,” he added.

Law enforcement agencies work diligently to safeguard our communities. Your continued vigilance and willingness to report suspicious activities plays an essential role in supporting these efforts. To learn more about the RCMP’s national security mandate or to report a non-urgent national security-related tip, please visit www.rcmp.ca/report-it. To report an immediate threat, please call 9-1-1 or your local police department.

The Youth Criminal Justice Act prevents any further release of information regarding this individual. The RCMP will not be making further comments at this time.

Inspector Aaron Glode
Officer in Charge 
Eastern Region - National Security Enforcement Section
rcmpnb.grcnb@rcmp-grc.gc.ca