Alberta takes additional steps towards provincial police force
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Editor's Note 
 
This week, the Alberta Government took a significant step toward creating a provincial police service. This would mark the fourth province to have a dedicated police force, following Ontario, Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador. Read more below!
- Brittani Schroeder, Editor
 
NEWS 
 
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Alberta names provincial police force, appoints former Calgary officer as first chief

Alberta’s government has named its own provincial police force and announced its first chief. Former deputy Calgary police chief Sat Parhar has been tapped to lead the new force, which the province says it intends to call the Alberta Sheriffs Police Service.


B.C. funds more policing as hate crimes rose by 23 per cent between 2022 to 2023

Public Safety Minister Garry Begg announced an additional $734,000 for the RCMP’s anti-hate crime unit in the province as police-reported hate crimes rose by an average of 23 per cent from 2022 to 2023.


N.S. mayors concerned for local police services as province pushes larger RCMP role

Nova Scotia’s plan to increase the provincial role of the RCMP is being questioned by some mayors who say they are wary of the implications for their municipal police forces.


Ontario launches ‘Answer the Call’ campaign to recruit next generation of police officers

This initiative seeks to address significant staffing challenges faced by over 50 police services throughout the province, including municipal, provincial and First Nations police services.


 
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CURRENT ISSUE 
 
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The murders of two innocent bystanders remain unsolved

The vibrant lives of these two young women were cut short by the senseless violence of two different gun-toting thugs in random acts of violence, with a shared modus operandi – albeit a careless, murderous one. Both women were innocent bystanders caught in the crossfire of bullets intended for specific targets in each Mississauga shooting. » Read now
 
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Off-duty conduct: Tips to avoid trouble outside work

There are 8,760 hours in a year, and of those, we work about 3,000 hours. Add approximately 2,900 hours of sleep, and we are left with 2,860 hours of living. Often, it is during those nearly 3,000 hours of off-duty time that police officers face life’s challenges and struggles, which can lead to mistakes. » Read now
 
 
PODCAST 
 

Blue Line, The Podcast: Inside the Canadian Forces Military Police

In this episode, Brittani Schroeder sits down with Canadian Forces Provost Marshal, Vanessa Hanrahan. As the commanding officer of the Canadian Armed Forces Military Police Group, Hanrahan shares insights into her new role as CFPM, reflecting on the challenges and transformations that have shaped the Military Police over recent years. » Listen now

 
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The rise of firearms in Canada: A conversation with Hamilton Police Service

In recent years, Canada has witnessed a troubling increase in firearm-related incidents, prompting concerns among law enforcement agencies. S/Sgt. Steve Bereziuk and Supt. Marty Schulenberg recently shared the Hamilton Police Service perspective on this escalating crisis, shedding light on the mounting pressures faced by officers in the line of duty and the greater Canadian public. » Read now

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Rethinking community mental health crisis response: Who should answer the call?

When police respond to individuals in a mental health crisis, it raises important questions from the community about law enforcement’s role and expertise in such situations. While officers are typically trained to handle criminal activity and maintain public safety, they are not expected to have the specialized skills to address mental health issues. » Read now

 
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120th CACP Annual Summit

Location: Victoria, B.C.
Date: Aug. 10 - 12, 2025
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Canada 911 Ride Foundation – Ontario Ride

Location: Lakefield, Ont.
Date: Aug. 22 - 24, 2025
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Safety Of Our Cities Conference 2025

Location: Albuquerque, NM
Date: Aug. 27 - 29, 2025
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Career Expo West 2025

Location: Calgary, Alta.
Date: Oct. 4, 2025
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