Once the authorization is given, an immigration officer can do what a police officer can, search and seizure powers from the Criminal Code included, to enforce this law and to arrest, detain and remove people. In an emergency they can bring in a helper, who holds those same powers for up to 48 hours unless the Minister approves longer.
(1)An officer, if so authorized, has the authority and powers of a peace officer — including those set out in sections 487 to 492.2 of the Criminal Code — to enforce this Act, including any of its provisions with respect to the arrest, detention or removal from Canada of any person.
(2)An officer may, in cases of emergency, employ a person to assist the officer in carrying out duties under this Act. That person has the authority and powers of the officer for a period of no more than 48 hours, unless approved by the Minister.