RAPID Response protects rural Albertans
The launch of RAPID Response on April 1 puts 140 more peace officers on guard for rural Albertans when they need help from law enforcement.
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RCMP Const. Nick Wyczynski of the RCMP’s Airdrie integrated rural detachment with fish and wildlife officer Matt Michaud.
As part of the provincial government’s Rural Alberta Provincial Integrated Defence (RAPID) Response initiative, Alberta’s fish and wildlife officers are now available to help the RCMP answer emergency and high-priority calls when requested.
Nominate Albertans who enhance community safety
Albertans are encouraged to nominate groups or individuals who have made outstanding contributions to community safety.
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The Alberta Community Justice Awards celebrate those who have shown exceptional leadership, innovation and dedication to working and volunteering in community justice.
“Communities are essential in preventing crime. For 30 years, these awards recognize Albertans who make exceptional contributions to community safety, crime prevention, and the criminal justice system. Community leaders from all walks of life inspire Albertans to make our province a better place to live, work, and raise a family. I encourage Albertans to recognize their contributions with a nomination for the Alberta Community Justice Awards.”
Minister of Service Alberta Nate Glubish and Minister of Justice and Solicitor General Kaycee Madu issued the following statement on Fraud Prevention Month:
Special adviser to assist review of the Police Act
Alberta’s government has appointed a special adviser to help with its review of the Police Act.
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Temitope Oriola, an associate professor of criminology at the University of Alberta, has been appointed for a six-month term. He will provide independent advice to the government as it weighs policy options raised in ongoing stakeholder discussions that began in the fall.
“With a body of research and published articles on law enforcement issues, Dr. Oriola brings specialized experience and knowledge to reforming policing in Alberta. Dr. Oriola’s academic expertise and lived experience will also help us shape the ongoing engagement with diverse and racialized communities and ensure that our work to modernize policing in Alberta continues to be inclusive.”
Human Trafficking Awareness: Joint statement
Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women Leela Sharon Aheer, Minister of Justice and Solicitor General Kaycee Madu and Minister of Children’s Services Rebecca Schulz issued the following statements on National Human Trafficking Awareness Day:
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“Human trafficking is a serious crime that exploits people of all ages and genders; however, the majority of victims in Canada are women, and a disproportionate number of those women and girls are Indigenous. In all of its forms, trafficking of persons is a violation of basic human rights, and is largely hidden and pervasive.