The Edmonton Police Commission is
The guardian of
Public Trust
Inspiring trust and innovation in community safety through effective civilian governance and oversight of the police service.
Our Board
The Commission is a non-political board of governors appointed to represent the citizens of Edmonton. While the Commission is appointed by City Council and the Government of Alberta, we remain an unbiased body with a primary commitment to ensure Edmonton remains a safe and vibrant city. The Commission also connects with Edmontonians through public meetings and community engagement.
Meet the CommissionersLatest News
Statement from Chair Henderson
June 11, 2026
Edmonton Police Commission Chair Ben Henderson issued the following statement: “On June 8, 2026, Alberta’s Police Review Commission (PRC) advised…
Commission activities for April
May 26, 2026
The Edmonton Police Commission attended the following meetings and events in April: April 1: Monthly meeting with Chair, Vice Chair…
Commission activities for March
April 15, 2026
The Edmonton Police Commission attended the following meetings and events in March: March 2: Special Meeting of the Commission March…
Latest Public Meeting
Upcoming Meetings
The Commission is a non-political, civilian governance board providing oversight of the Edmonton Police Service.
The Commission is responsible for:
- Selecting the Chief of Police
- Allocating police service funds provided by City Council
- Establishing policies for efficient and effective policing
- Issuing instructions, as necessary, to the Chief of Police
- Ensuring effective service and that sufficient persons are employed for the functions of the police service
Police Commissions are civilian groups that provide governance and oversight of police service. This oversight is provided through:
- developing annual policing plans; observing and measuring outcomes
- allocating the budget and monitoring through review of financials
- appointing the Chief of Police
- establishing policies for efficient and effective policing, and issuing instructions to the chief of police in respect of those policies
- conducting inquiries into any matter respecting the police service or the actions of any police officer
Due to changes to Alberta’s Police Act, as of December 1, 2025, the Edmonton Police Commission no longer accepts complaints. To make a complaint regarding the conduct of a police officer with the Edmonton Police Service (EPS), or regarding the policies or services of the EPS, please contact the Police Review Commission.
