Court documents detail months-long surveillance of Quebec terror suspects

Newly Released Court Documents Shed Light on Anti-Government Plot in Quebec

MONTREAL — Recently unveiled court documents have provided insight into the extensive police investigation that led to the arrest of four individuals allegedly involved in an anti-government plot in Quebec.

Lengthy Surveillance Operation

The probe into the activities of these individuals, including two members of the Canadian Armed Forces, commenced in March 2023 following a tip-off from the Canadian Security Intelligence Service. The investigation involved sophisticated techniques such as aerial and GPS surveillance to monitor their movements.

Charges and Allegations

By July, three of the suspects were charged with facilitating a terrorist activity, with allegations suggesting a planned seizure of land in the Quebec City region. The fourth individual is facing charges related to weapons possession.

Military-Style Training

The court documents reveal that the group, known as Hide & Stalk, engaged in military-style training exercises at a hunting area near Quebec City in 2023. The members of this group are described as extremist militants with a focus on military tactics, survivalism, and long-range shooting.

Anti-Government Rhetoric

One of the group members made an appearance on a podcast in June 2023, advocating for the importance of being armed and expressing distrust towards the government.

This detailed report by The Canadian Press was initially published on August 21, 2025.

The Canadian Press