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By paNOW Staff

Policing grants

Prince Albert to receive $3.6 million for targeted policing intiatives

Sep 27, 2024 | 12:01 PM

A total of 23 current police service positions will continue to be supported in Prince Albert by the province’s Municipal Police Grants program.

The Ministry of Corrections, Policing and Public Safety announced $3.1 million in funding over the next year.

“Supporting municipal police services, such as the Prince Albert Police Service, is crucial to ensuring the safety and security of our communities,” Corrections, Policing and Public Safety Minister Paul Merriman said. “Today’s funding continues our government’s long-standing tradition of supporting policing in Saskatchewan, and we are proud to continue supporting the Municipal Police Grants program in 2024-25.”

In addition to supporting the Crime Reduction Team (CRT) and the Missing Persons Task Force, the funding will also help with targeted policing initiatives such as the Police and Crisis Team (PACT), which combines police officers with mental health workers to provide an integrated and coordinated response to individuals experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis in the community.

Saskatchewan Government Insurance will also provide $540,000 for three positions through the Combined Traffic Services Saskatchewan (CTSS) initiative.

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The total amount of the Prince Albert Police Service Funding Agreement in 2024-25 is $3.6 million to support 26 police positions in the community.

In a news release, Prince Albert Police Chief Patrick Nogier said, “Prince Albert continues to serve a population far greater than its official records indicate, with a diverse and growing community. This includes not only our residents, but also those from surrounding areas who rely on the city for services. The shared responsibility between provincial and municipal authorities ensures that we are equipped to meet the demands placed on our police service and provide an effective and responsive approach to safety and security. The Prince Albert Police Service remains steadfast in its commitment, working closely with our provincial partners to address emerging challenges and uphold our mission of partnering and engaging to build a safe and compassionate community.”​

Recently, the government announced $2 million to hire 17 new officers for the Prince Albert Police Service through its safer communities and neighbourhoods initiative.

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