Government Takes Next Step to Implement Marshals Service, Updates SIRT Legislation
The Government of Saskatchewan has introduced important legislation to lay the foundation for the Saskatchewan Marshals Service.
The Police (Miscellaneous) Amendment Act, 2023 officially designates the Saskatchewan Marshals Service as a police service in Saskatchewan, and sets out details and processes for the service’s structure, operation and governance.
The Act also creates a chief marshal position, which will be responsible for the administration, management and operation of the service.
“This is an important step in our ongoing work to create an independent, made-in-Saskatchewan police service,” Corrections, Policing and Public Safety Minister Paul Merriman said. “This legislation establishes a strong legislative bedrock upon which we can build the Saskatchewan Marshals Service into an effective, modern police organization that also supports existing municipalities, First Nations, and national policing services.”
The legislation establishes an Advisory Council, consisting of a minimum of three members, that will provide advice and guidance to the Minister of Corrections, Policing and Public Safety on how to exercise their powers and duties related to the marshals service.