Troy Cooper became the first Métis police chief in Saskatoon in 2018. (650 CKOM file photo)

By CKOM Staff

Public safety

Troy Cooper to retire after five years as Saskatoon police chief

Oct 19, 2023 | 12:53 PM

Troy Cooper, chief of the Saskatoon Police Service, announced his retirement Thursday after five years as the city’s top cop.

The chief, who assumed the role on Feb. 28, 2018, was expected to stay with the force until the end of 2025, making his announcement a bit of a surprise for the city. His last day will be Jan. 16, 2024.

Cooper suffered a heart attack on April 17, which led to his hospitalization, but he was back at work within a month.

Originally from Big River, Cooper came to Saskatoon after 31 years with the Prince Albert Police Service, during which time he worked his way up to the top job in P.A.

Cooper, the first Métis police chief in Saskatoon, helped add new technology to the police force in Saskatoon, including the addition of body-worn cameras.

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The chief has also been vocal about the social disorder and high volume of police calls caused by addictions and mental health issues, and the strain the volume of calls puts on the police force.

— with files from CKOM Staff