Investing Where It Matters: Saskatchewan’s RCMP Members.
Public safety and crime are important topics across Saskatchewan. And RCMP Members are showing what real investment in public safety looks like, with strong mid-year results, innovative border patrols, and community events that bring people together. Strengthening and standing with Saskatchewan’s RCMP creates stronger and safer communities.
Featured News
RCMP Mid-Year Results: Strong Success So Far
- Executed 412 arrest warrants
- Seized 49 firearms and $231,000
- A specialized team investigating drugs, weapons and human trafficking opened 3 human trafficking files, executed 43 search warrants, made 25 arrests and seized thousands of grams of cocaine and methamphetamine
- Executed major drug busts in Yorkton, Prince Albert and rural SK
Drones on Patrol: A New Layer of Border Security
The RCMP is launching a new drone patrol trial along the Canada-U.S. border and Saskatchewan is part of it. These patrols are designed to spot illegal crossings, stop smugglers, and keep contraband like illicit drugs out of our communities.
Did You Know?
The federal government contributes $78 million every year in RCMP funding, alleviating pressure on Saskatchewan taxpayers through federal funding. That’s money that can be invested back into healthcare, schools, and community programs. RCMP Members are highly trained here in Regina to deliver world class policing, and can proudly do it at a sustainable cost to taxpayers.
Detachment Spotlight
Leader RCMP Members Bring the Community Together
Burgers, drones and Police Service Dog (PSD) Duke – Members of the Leader, SK RCMP brought the community together in August for a special BBQ honoring retired officers Cst. Ray Hawkins, Cst. Al Lavallee, and Sgt. Ron Toogood along with their spouses, for their years of dedication to the Town of Leader.
Over 150 residents joined in, touring the detachment, enjoying a drone demonstration, and cheering as Police Dog Duke showed off his skills. The kids especially loved exploring the jail cell and leaving with fingerprint souvenirs.
A heartfelt thank you to our retired Members for their service, and to the Leader community for making this celebration one to remember!
Supporting RCMP Members in High-Risk Calls
Too often, safety comes at the price of our Members putting themselves in harm’s way to ensure public safety. In the last year, Saskatchewan RCMP Members have responded to high-risk incidents such as:
- A fatal confrontation on Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation that left a Member in the hospital after responding to an assault call
- An incident near Deschambault Lake where officers were threatened with a firearm, resulting in a fatal outcome
These unpredictable and volatile situations in rural and remote communities are made even more challenging by limited resources and backup. Supporting RCMP Members means equipping them with the tools they need, while ensuring independent oversight and accountability. By investing in officer safety, we build safer communities for everyone.
Learn more about the issues facing RCMP Members in Saskatchewan
Share Your Story
Have a story about an RCMP Member who made a difference in your life or community? We want to hear it! Stories from community members help show the real impact RCMP officers have every day, from small moments of support to life-changing actions.