The government of Canada has begun deploying military surveillance drones to Haiti as part of a new initiative aimed at bolstering the country’s security forces and curbing escalating gang violence.
While the exact number of drones has not been disclosed for security reasons, officials confirmed that deliveries began in June and will continue over the coming weeks.
The unarmed, high-tech aircraft are intended for intelligence gathering and reconnaissance. Their primary role will be to enhance the operational capabilities of the Haitian National Police, who have struggled to contain the spread of heavily armed gangs across the capital and surrounding regions.
Canadian authorities say the drones will help law enforcement monitor high-risk areas, track suspicious movements, and plan more effective interventions in gang-controlled zones.
The move underscores Canada’s ongoing support for Haiti, a French-speaking member of the Caribbean Community (Caricom), as the country grapples with a deepening security and humanitarian crisis.
