Our mandate is to provide civilian oversight and governance of the Camrose Police Service, ensuring transparency and accountability.

The Camrose Police Commission holds public meetings the third Wednesday of every month at 8:00am excluding August.

Meetings are held at City Hall, in Committee Room 126, located in Camrose at 5204 – 50 Avenue.  

The Camrose Police Commission is accountable to the Alberta Justice and Solicitor General. The Province sets the standards for effective policing in Alberta, and through the Police Act, sets out the requirements and responsibilities for police commissions, Public Complaint Directors, municipalities, and police services.

We uphold and value the core principles of police oversight in Alberta:

• The participation of the public in determining policing priorities.
• The police service must be accountable to the public.
• The police service must operate in the absence of political influence.

The Police Act provides for the city to establish a municipal commission. City Council appoints members to the Camrose Police Commission, drawing upon the expertise and experience available in the community.

We continually strive to ensure we have an open and respectful relationship with our partners, including the City of Camrose. We recognize that importance of providing effective policing services in a fiscally responsible way.

The Camrose Police Commission is a statutory body created under the Alberta Police Act. The Camrose Police Commission has the following legislated responsibilities: to allocate funds provided by City Council, done in consultation with the Chief of Police; to establish policies providing for efficient and effective policing; to issue instructions as necessary to the Chief in regards to those policies; and to ensure sufficient persons are employed by the Service to carry out the functions of the Service.

The Camrose Police Commission is responsible for appointing the Chief of Police and evaluating their performance. The Police Commission issues directions to the Camrose Police Service through the Chief of Police. The Chief is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Police Service.

Additionally, the Camrose Police Commission monitors the public complaints process; handles complaints regarding the Chief of Police; and handles appeals regarding the policies of, or services provided by, the Camrose Police Service.

The Camrose Police Commission is accountable to the Alberta Solicitor General and Minister of Public Security, operating in accordance with the Camrose Police Commission bylaw, set by the City of Camrose.

Municipal Level (City-Appointed): When vacancies open, details and application documents are hosted directly on the City of Camrose Volunteer Opportunities portal. You can view the specific policy framework via the Appointments to the Camrose Police Commission Policy.

Provincial Level (Province-Appointed): Because the commission includes up to 2 provincial appointees, vacancies are administered by the Alberta government and are managed through the Alberta Public Agencies Opportunity List.

The Camrose Police Commission is a volunteer civilian governance body responsible for providing oversight and direction to the Camrose Police Service.

The Commission consists of five members appointed by City Council, including up to two City Councillors, with the Government of Alberta eligible to appoint up to two additional members. Commissioners serve three-year terms and may serve for a maximum of ten years. Their role is to promote accountability, transparency, and effective policing in the community.

The Camrose Police Commission is currently made up of the following members:

The Police Review Commission (PRC) independently investigate serious incidents, criminal allegations, and public complaints involving police in Alberta.

The goal of the PRC, which includes the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT), is to provide unbiased investigations that hold law enforcement accountable while strengthening public confidence in policing across Alberta.

The PRC was established to bring a fair, modern, and more transparent approach to addressing complaints about police conduct in Alberta.

HOW TO MAKE A COMPLAINT

If you have concerns about the actions or conduct of a police officer, follow these steps to get started:

1. Gather the information: You will be asked to provide your personal information and details of the incident, including dates and times.

2. Complete the Form: Visit albertaprc.ca and click the “Make a complaint” button, then fill out the complaint form with your personal details. It is a quick process, and they will guide you through each step.

3. What happens next? Once they have received your submission, it goes through an initial screening process. This step ensures that the complaint is complete and falls within the PRC’s jurisdiction. If needed, the PRC will request additional information. This may include supporting evidence like photos, videos, or documents.

For more information, please visit the website at albertaprc.ca or call 780-644-0306.