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  EDMONTON POLICE COMMISSION EXTENDS CHIEF’S CONTRACT The Edmonton Police Commission is pleased to announce that they have extended Chief McFee’s contract to June 30, 2026. The Edmonton Police Commission has negotiated a two-year and five-month extension to the Chief’s original contract which was to expire in January 2024. Chief McFee is an internationally recognized […]

  Commission to Recognize National Day for Truth & Reconciliation The Edmonton Police Commission will be observing the Government of Alberta’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30th. The Commission recognizes the incredible importance of this day and are committed to working with our Indigenous communities as we work towards building and strengthening […]

  Edmonton Police Commission MemberJob Number: 41348 The Edmonton Police Commission (the Commission) is committed to making Edmonton a safe and vibrant city today and in the future. The Commission oversees the police service, ensuring professional and ethical policing to the citizens of Edmonton. The Commission creates an essential balance between public accountability and police […]

  On June 24, 2021 the Edmonton Police Commission provided the Mayor and Councillors a report on crime statistics for May 2017 to June 2021. Due to recent interest, the documents are being made available on the Edmonton Police Commission website. To view the document: Please Click here   For media inquiries contact: Matthew Barker Edmonton […]

The Commission will be receiving two presentation at its June 17th public meeting from the Edmonton Police Service on the ‘Know Your Rights’ campaign and the Firearms Initiative. The Know Your Rights campaign is an initiative to inform the community and help them understand the role of policing in Edmonton. The EPS’ Firearms Initiative outlines […]

The Commission will be receiving a presentation at its May 20th public meeting from the Edmonton Police Service on the DIVERSIONfirst program. The DIVERSIONfirst program helps to redirect youth away from the criminal justice system and takes a restorative justice approach. It also provides for an individualized approach and includes providing the youth and their […]

  For nearly a year, Edmontonians from all walks of life have engaged in a discussion about transforming our city’s approach to public safety. The Edmonton Police Commission has taken an early and considered approach to its’ thinking on issues involving vulnerable and minority communities, public resources, funding, policing, and the broader human services ecosystem. […]

  “Today, the Edmonton Police Commission received the final report prepared by the Community Safety and Well-Being Task Force.   “This past year, the Commission has heard from a wide range of Edmontonians as they have spoken passionately about policing, funding, and the need for local reflection on how our city collectively provides the best […]

  The Edmonton Police Commission is aware that the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) has charged a sworn EPS member on February 24, 2021. Samuel Sanson is charged with allegedly committing a sexual assault while off duty on January 20, 2021 against an adult female acquaintance. The Chief of Police has relieved the officer […]

  This was a disheartening and disappointing incident. EPS members are trained to protect all Edmontonians, including the most vulnerable among us. They are also trained to treat all citizens with the respect and dignity they deserve. This recent incident does not reflect the high standards that EPS strives to maintain. The Edmonton Police Commission […]