Grande Prairie Police Commission
The Grande Prairie Police Commission is the civilian oversight body for the Grande Prairie Police Service.
Police Commissions govern police services in the same way a board directs an organization. Required by the Alberta Police Act , Police Commissions provide civilian oversight and governance of police services, keeping the police service at arms-length from municipal councils. Locally, the Grande Prairie Police Commission is governed by the City of Grande Prairie's Police Commission Bylaw.
The Police Commission is responsible for:
- establishing policies for effective and efficient policing
- appointing a Chief of Police and officers
- designating a Public Complaint Director
- allocating funds provided by Council
- ensuring sufficient staffing
For more information regarding the Grande Prairie Police Commission please visit their website: