Canada Adds 100 Russian Shadow Fleet Vessels to Sanctions List
Summary
Global Affairs Canada announced additional sanctions against Russia, adding 100 vessels from Russia's shadow fleet to the sanctions list under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations. These measures aim to counter Russia's sanctions evasion and its capacity to finance its war efforts.
What changed
Global Affairs Canada has imposed additional sanctions by adding 100 vessels from Russia's "shadow fleet" to its sanctions list, pursuant to the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations. This action is intended to further counter Russia's sanctions evasion tactics, specifically its use of these vessels to transport sanctioned goods, including crude oil, to fund its war efforts.
Regulated entities, particularly those involved in international trade, finance, or maritime activities, should review the updated sanctions list to ensure compliance. While the announcement does not specify immediate compliance deadlines for new actions, entities must ensure they are not engaging in transactions with the newly sanctioned vessels or associated entities. Non-compliance with Canadian sanctions regulations can result in significant penalties.
What to do next
- Review the updated list of sanctioned vessels and entities.
- Ensure no transactions are conducted with the newly added shadow fleet vessels.
- Consult legal counsel regarding any specific compliance obligations related to these sanctions.
Source document (simplified)
Minister Anand announces additional sanctions against Russia
From: Global Affairs Canada
News release
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, on the margins of the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations.
March 26, 2026 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, on the margins of the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations.
To further strengthen our efforts to counter Russia’s sanctions evasion, Canada is adding 100 more vessels from Russia’s shadow fleet to its sanctions list.
Russia continues to rely on oil and gas revenues to fund its war against Ukraine by using a network of vessels and supporting entities—mostly oil tankers—known as the shadow fleet to transport sanctioned goods and commodities, including crude oil, to countries around the world.
These sanctions are designed to target Russia’s capacity to finance its war efforts while avoiding unnecessary harm to everyday people.
Quotes
“Canada remains unwavering in its commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty and its people, who are forcefully defending their rights in the face of Putin’s corrosive and aggressive actions. Until Russia halts its aggression, Canada will continue to intensify pressure through sanctions in coordination with allies and partners.”
- Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs
Quick facts
- Since 2014, Canada has imposed sanctions on more than 3,400 individuals and entities that are complicit in the violation of Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and in gross and systematic human rights violations.
- Canada has taken action against Russia’s shadow fleet by sanctioning now more than 600 vessels based on their involvement in transporting property and goods for the benefit of Russia or persons in Russia.
- On February 24, 2026, Canada announced an amendment to the oil price cap that complements similar measures taken by Canada’s closest allies to restrict Russia’s oil revenues. Canada will continue to work with like-minded partners to increase the economic costs on Russia for its war of aggression against Ukraine.
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Associated links
- Sanctions - Russian invasion of Ukraine
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