Contraband Detection

Coordination and Laboratory Services

Laboratory and Scientific Services Directorate
The Laboratory and Scientific Services Directorate (LSSD) is the scientific arm of the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). It provides a diverse range of innovative scientific and technological solutions related to:

• chemical, biological, radiation, nuclear and explosives (CBRNE) detection;
• contraband detection;
• forensic document analysis;
• imported/exported commodities’ analysis, including alcohol, tobacco and suspected contraband;
• engineering sensors; and
• a number of other specialty areas.

National Risk Assessment Centre
The CBSA established the National Risk Assessment Centre (NRAC) to increase Canada's ability to detect and interdict the movement of high-risk people and goods. This is accomplished by analyzing and sharing intelligence information with national and international partners. The NRAC is a focal point among intelligence agencies at the international, national and local levels. The NRAC facilitates the timely exchange of intelligence information to ensure the safe and secure flow of legitimate trade and travel.