Public Safety Minister Mike Ellis announced plans to add more provincial appointees to the Edmonton Police Commission, citing the need to maintain effective policing in Alberta. The move comes as the government provides additional funding for police officers in high-risk areas. This decision has sparked concern from Councilor Michael Janz, who believes it will consolidate UCP control over police commissions and provide assurance for Chief Dale McFee.
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G7 leaders vow to tackle migrant smuggling and foreign interference
The G7 summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, concluded with leaders from Canada, Japan, France, Germany, Italy, the U.S., and the U.K. addressing key issues including artificial intelligence, transnational repression, and migrant smuggling, while notably omitting a unified statement on the war in Ukraine. They committed to enhancing AI adoption, combating transnational repression, improving wildfire response, and addressing migrant smuggling through increased border management and enforcement strategies. Need More Context? 🔎
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