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Iqaluit RCMP is seeking to return recovered memorabilia. Anyone with information relating to the owner of this property ...
10/06/2026

Iqaluit RCMP is seeking to return recovered memorabilia. Anyone with information relating to the owner of this property is asked to contact the detachment.

Police File # 20261410841

07/08/2026

Please note that our office will be closed on Thursday July 9, 2026, in observance of Nunavut Day. Regular office hours will resume on Friday July 10, 2026.

Thank you for your understanding and may everyone have a Safe and Happy Nunavut Day!

07/06/2026

Iqaluit RCMP charge 59-year-old man with Kidnapping and Sexual Assault

July 6, 2026 - Iqaluit, Nunavut
File: 2026-731725
Link: https://rcmp.ca/en/nunavut/news/2026/07/4354737

On May 29, 2026, the Iqaluit RCMP received a report from an adult female who stated she had been abducted and sexually assaulted.

The victim stated she was walking home on May 24, 2026, between 12:00 a.m. and 2:00 a.m. when she was forced into a vehicle and driven to an undisclosed location where she was sexually assaulted.

On June 30, 2026, the Iqaluit RCMP arrested Andre Joseph Bedard (age 59), he was charged with:

- Kidnapping, Section 279 C.C.
- Sexual Assault, Section 271 C.C.
- Uttering Threats, Section 264.1(1) C.C.

Bedard was remanded into custody, and his next court appearance is scheduled for July 6, 2026, in Iqaluit, Nunavut.

Police are continuing their investigation to determine if there are other victims. To aid in the investigation, a photo of Bedard is included.

If you are a victim or know someone that may have been a victim, you are asked to contact the Iqaluit RCMP at 867-975-0123.

06/29/2026

Iqaluit RCMP is seeking public assistance in Fire Investigation

June 29, 2026 - Iqaluit, Nunavut
File: 2026-880444
Link: https://rcmp.ca/en/nunavut/news/2026/06/4354527

On June 25, 2026, at approximately 4:00 a.m, the Iqaluit RCMP responded to a report of a shack fire at the West 40 area of Iqaluit, Nunavut.

The fire was extinguished by the Iqaluit Fire Department. The shack was destroyed and the sea can next to the fire was damaged. There was no report of injuries.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation. The Iqaluit RCMP are seeking anyone who may have witnessed the incident or have any information related to the incident to contact them at 867-975-0123. If you would like to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). If you do call, please refer to RCMP file 2026-880444.

06/19/2026

RCMP take part in the 2026 Iqaluit Community Cleanup

Location: Iqaluit, Nunavut
Date: 2026-06-19

Members and employees from the Iqaluit RCMP were proud to take part in the annual community clean-up this week.

With a little help from Safety Bear, our team worked together at the Iqaluit Causeway, collecting a total of 12 garbage bags and helping keep our community clean.

We were happy to be part of this important initiative and to support a cleaner, safer Iqaluit for everyone! 🐻

05/27/2026

🚧 Training Notice 🚧

05/21/2026

Iqaluit RCMP seized prohibited fi***rm following traffic stop

May 21, 2026 - Iqaluit, Nunavut
File: 2026-658723
Link:
https://rcmp.ca/en/nunavut/news/2026/05/4353302

On May 16, 2026, at approximately 10:50 p.m., the Iqaluit RCMP conducted a traffic stop on Ataani Lane.

During the traffic stop, police had reasonable grounds to arrest the driver and passenger for possession of property obtained by crime. Upon arrest, police located, co***ne, cash and a loaded prohibited fi***rm in the vehicle.

Abdullah Ahmad (age 35) was charged with:

- Unauthorized possession of a prohibited fi***rm in a motor vehicle, Section 94(1) C.C.

- Unauthorized possession of a prohibited fi***rm, Section 91(1) C.C.

- Careless transportation of a loaded prohibited fi***rm, Section 86(2) C.C.

- Carrying a concealed weapon, Section 90(1) C.C.

- Possession of weapon obtained by commission of offence, Section 96(1) C.C.

- Possession of a restricted fi***rm with am******on, Section 95(1) C.C.

- Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose, Section 88(1) C.C.

A 16-year-old youth (non-Nunavut resident) was charged with:

- Unauthorized possession of a prohibited fi***rm in a motor vehicle, Section 94(1) C.C.

- Unauthorized possession of a prohibited fi***rm, Section 91(1) C.C.

- Careless transportation of a loaded prohibited fi***rm, Section 86(2) C.C.

- Carrying a concealed weapon, Section 90(1) C.C.

- Possession of weapon obtained by commission of offence, Section 96(1) C.C.

- Possession of a restricted fi***rm with am******on, Section 95(1) C.C.

- Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose, Section 88(1) C.C.

- Possession of property obtained by crime, Section 354(1)(a) C.C.

- Possession for the purpose of trafficking, Section 5(2) CDSA

Abdullah was remanded into custody, and his next court appearance is scheduled for May 26, 2026, in Iqaluit, Nunavut.

The youth was released from custody, and his next court appearance is scheduled for June 26, 2026, in Iqaluit, Nunavut.

If you have information about illegal drug activity, please contact the Iqaluit RCMP at 867-975-0123. If you would like to remain anonymous, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

05/19/2026

Iqaluit RCMP requesting public assistance in identifying suspect

May 19, 2026 - Iqaluit, Nunavut
File: 2026-636725

On May 13, 2026, Iqaluit RCMP received a complaint of mischief and theft to a vehicle that occurred over weekend.

The incident occurred on May 9, 2026, between 1:00 a.m, and 2:00 a.m, at the Royal Canadian Legion parking lot. CCTV footage was available which shows an unknown suspect breaking into the parked vehicle and removing items. Iqaluit RCMP are requesting assistance from the public to identify the suspect.

Description of suspect:

- Last seen wearing all dark clothing with a hood,
- Riding a dark-coloured bicycle.

Anyone with information in relation to this event is asked to contact the Iqaluit RCMP at 867-979-0123 or your local police. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8377 (TIPS). If you do contact Crime Stoppers, please refer to RCMP file: 2026-636725

The Iqaluit RCMP wants to remind residents that vehicle break ins can occur in any neighborhood, at any time of day. RCMP want to remind drivers to avoid leaving valuable or personal items unattended in their vehicles.

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