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February 15, 2021

RCMP union lobbies Alberta government to keep Mounties amid push for provincial force

The union representing RCMP officers is pressing the Alberta government to keep the force as it reviews whether to switch to a provincial service, arguing such a change would cost more with little benefit to the public.

February 15, 2021

Provincial police force concerns prompt 'Keep Alberta RCMP' campaign

The UCP government is continuing with plans to establish a provincial police force in Alberta, but concern is growing from several sides, including the union that represents the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.

February 15, 2021

Push to save RCMP as Alberta government looks at creating provincial police force

The UCP government continues to move towards establishing a provincial police force, but there is concern from several sides, including the National Police Federation.

February 11, 2021

Change of command: Prospect of Alberta police force raises concerns over cost, rural crime

At the end of the day, Sauvé hopes the government will indeed analyze fact-based arguments and make the right decision for Albertans.

February 09, 2021

Mayors cool to proposed Alberta police force

Alberta’s urban mayors say they’re skeptical their residents would be better protected if the province ditches the RCMP for a proposed provincial police force.

February 05, 2021

RCMP transition study underway, final report expected in the spring

The National Police Federation is urging Albertans to stand up for the RCMP.

February 03, 2021

Albertans want to keep RCMP here

The public want the RCMP to stay in Alberta, and so do the police members themselves, according to a new campaign organized by the National Police Federation.

January 27, 2021

Interview with the Today’s Show, Danielle Smith

The National Police Federation’s President, Brian Sauvé, met with Danielle Smith to discuss the Keep Alberta RCMP campaign.

January 22, 2021

RCMP union launches campaign against Alberta provincial police force

The National Police Federation, which represents approximately 20,000 front-line RCMP members, has launched a public campaign against the idea of having provincial police in Alberta.