The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) says it is monitoring reports that hackers may have gained access to tens of millions of government-issued identity records across North America, including Canadian driver’s licence information.

The reports are connected to an ongoing investigation by U.S. authorities into the alleged exposure of sensitive identification data. The RCMP said it is aware of the reports and remains engaged with domestic and international law-enforcement and cybersecurity partners.

The reported information could include driver’s licence data, raising concerns about potential misuse of personal information and identity-related fraud.

Canadian authorities have not indicated that all Canadian driver’s licence records were compromised, and the investigation is continuing. The RCMP has advised people to remain vigilant for suspicious activity involving their personal information.

The development highlights the growing importance of cybersecurity, identity protection and government data security as authorities investigate the scope and source of the reported exposure.