Report a dangerous drone or drone incident in Canada

Protect people first, record observable details from a safe place and send the report to the authority responsible for the incident.

A drone near an airport, emergency scene, aircraft or crowded area may create a safety concern. Do not approach the operator, attempt to disable the drone or interfere with flight operations.

Record what you can safely observe

• Note the time, location, direction of travel and approximate distance or altitude if known.
• Describe the drone and any visible registration or operator details without guessing.
• Record what made the flight concerning: proximity to an aircraft, people, emergency work or restricted area.
• Save original photos or video with their metadata; do not edit or post private identifying information publicly.
• For immediate danger, contact police or emergency services. For a reportable aviation occurrence, use Transport Canada’s current reporting channel.
• Include your contact information only through the official form and retain the confirmation.

A sighting is not automatically proof of an offence. Transport Canada assesses reports under applicable aviation rules; local police or airport authorities may handle an immediate operational concern.

Transport Canada: aviation occurrence reporting · Transport Canada: drone safety

Sources and limits

Sources: Transport Canada aviation-occurrence reporting and drone-safety information. For an immediate threat contact emergency services; reporting channels and requirements depend on the event.

General information based on federal and national rules; provincial rules may differ. Confirm with the official body before acting.