Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Alberta

10/29/2026

Halloween night, make sure your little ghosts and goblins are visible to drivers, add a light or reflective strip to their costume to ensure they are seen while they are out trick or treating.

Driver's take extra care in high traffic areas, watch for trick or treaters who might be crossing the street on the way to the next house.

10/29/2026

Good advice from the Town of Vermilion. Make sure you and your children can be seen on those dark mornings on the way to school.

No time change this year means dark mornings all winter long. Drivers, please be extra careful — kids are walking to school in the dark.

Parents: make them impossible to miss! 🌅

10/09/2026

Vermilion and area, you showed up!

We are sending out a HUGE, heartfelt Thank You for the response to our ThanksGIVING Food Drive.
Thank you to the Cornestone Co-op for all of the support they provided.
Thank you also to the local First Responders who attended to support our local Food Bank.

10/08/2026

📞 Meet the people behind the headset.

As part of , we're introducing the dispatchers of Alberta RCMP's Operational Communications Centres (OCC), the teams who answer 911 calls and coordinate emergency response.

Today, meet Matt.

10/08/2026

Strong teamwork and quick response by Alberta RCMP members in led to the arrest of five individuals following a reported copper wire theft at a business north of .

After locating the suspect vehicle, officers safely brought the incident to a resolution and seized approximately $15,000 worth of stolen copper wire, suspected drugs, and prohibited weapons. Investigation also determined the vehicle involved had been reported stolen.

This investigation highlights the value of timely reporting and the dedication of RCMP officers working to keep Alberta communities safe.

If you witness suspicious activity, report it to your local police by calling 310-RCMP. Information such as vehicle descriptions, licence plates, and direction of travel can play an important role in investigations. In an emergency, call 911.

10/08/2026

🎉 Welcome, Staff Sergeant Humbke!

While Staff Sergeant Humbke is new to the role, he’s no stranger to the community. Having grown up in the area and bringing 20 years of policing experience, he’s ready to lead the detachment and continue serving the people of Wetaskiwin.

💡 ? Community leaders helped select him for the role. In many RCMP detachments, municipal leaders take part in the hiring process to help identify the right person to lead their community’s police service.

Please join us in welcoming S/Sgt. Humbke to his new position!

10/08/2026

: The Hold and Secure status at all three schools is now over. All staff and students have resumed regular activities.

RCMP confirm there is no active threat or risk to the public, and the investigation remains on going. Thank you for your cooperation during this incident.

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Alberta RCMP in advise of an ongoing investigation into weapon threats to the junior high school in Ermineskin, Alberta.

As a precautionary measure, and in consultation with the school division, all three schools will remain in a Hold and Secure status while police investigate. All students and staff are safe.

Police will be in the area and are asking members of the public to refrain from posting photos or videos as the investigation continues.

We take these calls seriously and will provide an update once one becomes available. Thank you for your cooperation.

10/08/2026

? RCMP in seek assistance to identify suspect in an assault investigation. On August 16, at approximately 1:15 a.m., a male suspect assaulted a youth with a weapon at the Shell gas station located at 600 – 680 2 Street E, in Drumheller. The youth received minor injuries.

Anyone with information is asked to call 310-RCMP (7267).

10/08/2026

? RCMP in seek assistance in an arson investigation. On August 9, just before 2 a.m., RCMP received a report from Strathcona County Fire Services, of a structure fire at a residence on Glengarry Crescent in .

RCMP is sharing a surveillance video image from August 8, between 10:40 p.m. and 11:25 p.m., that shows three individuals walking a dog along Glengarry Crescent that appear to stop and speak with two people on bicycles. Police would like to speak to the individuals as it’s believed they may have information in relation to the investigation.

Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to call 310-RCMP (7267).

10/08/2026

? RCMP in seek assistance in an arson investigation. On October 6, at 10:27 p.m., RCMP responded to assist Airdrie Fire Department with a residential fire on Stonegate Drive NW. Initial investigation revealed that this fire was intentionally set. A total of five residences were damaged.

Anyone with information is asked to call 310-RCMP (7267).

10/08/2026

We are happy to report that missing person, Jaimie Tuininga, has been located safe. Thank you for helping by sharing the message!

10/07/2026

🎧 Behind every emergency call is a dedicated dispatcher.

This month, we're introducing members of Alberta RCMP's Operational Communications Centres, who answer calls and support frontline police officers across the province.

Introducing Melissa.

10/07/2026

The police fitness assessment is designed to measure the physical abilities required for a career in policing. If you're motivated, driven, and committed to serving communities, now is the time to prepare.

💪 Build strength
🏃 Improve endurance
🚔 Pursue a meaningful career

Take the challenge and see where it could lead. Your journey to becoming a police officer starts here.

To register, visit: https://rcmp.ca/en/careers-rcmp/recruiting-events

10/06/2026

Join us in support of the Vermilion Food Bank

09/23/2026

Vermilion RCMP remind residents to exercise caution near railways during Rail Safety Week

Vermilion, AB.– The Vermilion RCMP is reminding residents during Rail Safety Week about the dangers of playing near or crossing train tracks in undesignated areas.
Whether in rural areas or at busy crossings, rail lines are not safe places to play, walk, or take shortcuts. Tracks should only be crossed at designated public crossings, and the public is reminded that trespassing on railway property is both dangerous and illegal.

To help keep our communities safe, the Vermilion RCMP is asking everyone to keep the following rail safety facts in mind:
• Trains can’t stop quickly. Even with full emergency braking, a train can require more than two kilometers to come to a complete stop.
• Trains are larger and faster than they appear. Due to their size and the illusion of distance, trains often look like they are moving slowly when in fact they are approaching much faster than people realize. Don’t be fooled! If stuck on the tracks, exit your vehicle immediately and call the emergency number on the nearby blue and white Emergency Notification sign located at every rail crossing.
• The blue and white Emergency Notification sign contains an emergency number to call. It provides railway dispatchers with the exact location on the rail network. In an emergency it provides critical information needed to stop trains safely.
• Trespassing is illegal. Walking or playing on railway tracks or property is against the law and puts lives at risk.
• A train hitting a car is like a car crushing a pop can. A typical freight train weighs over 5,500 tons—compared to the average car’s 1.5 tons—making collisions catastrophic.
• Stopped trains can move at any time. Being close to idle railcars or standing between them is extremely dangerous, as movement can happen suddenly.
• Trains can travel in either direction, on any track, at any time. Never assume the track is clear and always look both ways before crossing at a legal railway crossing.
If you witness unsafe behavior or trespassing near train tracks, please call CN Police at 1-800-465-9239, or contact your local RCMP detachment.
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09/22/2026

08/07/2026

New driver? Here’s some real talk. Getting your license is exciting, but being a good driver is about more than just passing the test.

✅ Put the phone away. Distracted driving happens fast and it only takes a second for things to go wrong.

✅ Don't feel pressured to keep up with aggressive drivers. Getting to your destination a few minutes later is better than not getting there at all.

✅ Leave extra space. Tailgating won't make traffic move faster, but it does reduce your time to react.

✅ Just because your friends are in the car doesn't mean you need to show off. The coolest drivers are the ones who get everyone home safely.

✅ If conditions aren't great, slow down. Rain, gravel, snow and even unfamiliar roads can catch experienced drivers off guard.

Remember, everyone starts as a new driver. Confidence comes with experience, but good habits start on Day 1.

05/06/2026

Emergency Alert Test - Today May 6th, 2026

We are conducting a test of the Alberta Emergency Alert system on May 6 at 1:55 p.m. Check your phone’s compatibility at https://alertready.ca

Download the app to get all emergency notifications for your area: http://alberta.ca/emergencyalert.

05/06/2026

Always nice to see the school groups and their smiling faces.