OPP commercial inspection on Hwy. 11 leads to multiple charges

Ontario Provincial Police say officers took a vehicle out of service seizing it and its trailer's plates following a commercial motor vehicle inspection on Highway 11 in Callander, Ont., on Aug. 23, 2026, where two individuals and a B.C. business were charged. (Ontario Provincial Police/Facebook)

A commercial motor vehicle inspection conducted by the Ontario Provincial Police on Highway 11 in Callander over the weekend has resulted in charges against two individuals and a British Columbia business.

Police said the inspection on Aug. 23 uncovered numerous safety, licensing, equipment, load securement and cannabis-related violations.

“Two individuals and a British Columbia business were charged with multiple offences,” OPP said in a social media post.

Police added that the vehicle and trailer plates were seized and taken out of service as a result of the inspection.

CTV News has reached out to OPP for more details about the incident but has yet to received a response.

Road safety commitment

“OPP remains committed to proactive CMV enforcement to help keep Ontario highways safe for all road users,” OPP Const. Rob Lewis said to conclude the post.