A mail-order parcel containing six conducted energy weapons (stun guns) and four cans of pepper spray, destined for a Whitehorse address, was intercepted by Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) at the Vancouver International Mail Centre.

CBSA officials notified the RCMP of the seizure.

A search was conducted at a Whitehorse residence with the assistance of a CBSA officer, police said late this morning.

The man, whose named hasn't been released, was freed on a promise to appear in court pending charges under the Customs Act and Criminal Code.

"It's important for people to be aware of what they are buying, especially by mail order or over the Internet,” said Const. Christine Grant of the Whitehorse RCMP.

"Some items that may be legal to sell and own in other parts of the world, are not legal here.

"Ultimately, you are responsible for ensuring that you're not bringing anything illegal into the country.”

The items in question are classified as prohibited weapons in Canada, and were seized by CBSA officers.

"The CBSA takes its border protection responsibilities very seriously, and our officers work vigilantly to prevent the smuggling of prohibited firearms across our borders to help make our communities safe,” said Heather Ardiel, the chief of the Vancouver International Mail Centre.

"These seizures clearly demonstrate the excellent work our officers are doing to tackle the smuggling of illegal weapons at our borders.”

The RCMP, CBSA and other law enforcement partners continue to work closely together to ensure the safety and security of Canadians, the two agencies said.

If you have witnessed or are aware of an incident involving suspicious cross-border activity, they said, contact the CBSA Border Watch toll-free line at 1-888-502-9060 or your local RCMP detachment.