Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has announced his plan to tackle the incessant vehicle thefts across Canada by beefing up security at the ports of the country.
The announcement was made at the Port of Montreal. While making the announcement, Poilievre shed light on an issue that has been under the political radar.
Central to Poilievre’s plan is the introduction of advanced X-ray screening equipment at the ports. This technology will enhance the capability of authorities to discover stolen vehicles before they are shipped overseas. To perfect the smooth operation of these highly sophisticated machines, Poilievre plans to bring on board 75 extra staff members.
Poilievre did not economize words while criticizing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for the current state of affairs. He condemned Trudeau’s policies and held them responsible for turning Canada’s federal ports into “parking lots for stolen cars”. He pledged to reverse this trend and proposed reducing management consulting contracts to fund the security measures.
The plan to install around two dozens of X-ray machines in major ports, in Montreal, Halifax, Vancouver, and Prince Rupert in British Columbia, shows the nation-wide scope of the problem. With the increasing rates of vehicle thefts, the issue has attracted the attention of political parties and will be the focus of an upcoming summit. Also, mandatory jail time for car thieves is part of Poilievre’s strategic plan.
