Alberta Creates New Traffic Enforcement Model For Highway Safety

New model integrates resources for traffic enforcement.

RCMP and traffic sheriffs are combining forces to improve traffic safety in Alberta. The new traffic units will be integrated in 19 locations throughout the province.

“Our goal is to create the safest roads possible for Albertans and our sheriffs have been a valued component of our traffic safety efforts,” said Frank Oberle, Solicitor General and Minister of Public Security. “We tested four pilot projects last year and each had elements of success, and provided valuable information. We are using the best model for moving forward.”

“The RCMP is always looking for ways to improve our service to Albertans,” said RCMP Deputy Commissioner Rod Knecht. “We are confident that working more closely with the Alberta Sheriffs will help us reduce serious injuries and deaths on Alberta’s roadways.”

The new model is based on four pilot projects conducted on highways near Whitecourt, Airdrie, Wetaskiwin and Olds. The pilots took place over six months in 2009. The evaluation of the pilots showed the best way to improve safety on our highway is to integrate the Sheriffs Highway Patrol with RCMP. &nbspThe integration process will be phased in and completed within two years.

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