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Car veers off highway… into child’s bedroom

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Coaldale RCMP Attend Car Collision with a House along Highway 512 Near Readymade

Coaldale RCMP members along with the Coaldale Fire Department and EMS responded yesterday afternoon to a serious collision involving a car being driven into a house along Highway 512 near Readymade.

Yesterday afternoon around 12:30 a.m. a grey Pontiac Vibe was heading eastbound on Highway 512 when it veered south from the highway into the ditch and continued into some trees then ended up striking into a house. The house was occupied at the time with a mother and young children. The impact of the collision was such that the car was wedged into the house. The car crashed into the house at a the northwest corner which was a children’s bedroom. The north porch was also damaged. Fortunately the occupants of the house, a mother and young children, were in the south portion of the house and not injured.

The driver of the car, a 70’s year old female from the Coaldale area was trapped in the car and extricated by members of the Coaldale Fire Department and taken by ground ambulance to the Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge for treatment. At the time her injuries were not confirmed. It has been learned the driver has some serious yet not deemed life threatening injuries. She will remain in hospital for treatment.

The Pontiac Vibe was lodged into the house for a number of hours awaiting an assessment of the structural integrity of the house. Late in the afternoon the car was removed and the building properly supported.

This investigation is continuing and the Coaldale RCMP have not made a determination about any criminality at this time.  Anyone who may have witnesses this collision or the driving pattern of the grey 2005 Pontiac Vibe is requested to call the Coaldale RCMP at (403) 329-5080 (rural detachment) or (403) 345-5552 (municipal detachment).  Alternatively they may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or through the internet at www.tipsubmit.com.  Crime Stoppers will pay cash rewards for information that leads to an arrest, recovery of stolen property or seizure of illegal drugs.  Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and the identity of the caller will remain anonymous.

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Alberta Provincial Police – New chief of Independent Agency Police Service

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Sat Parhar has been appointed as the first chief of the Independent Agency Police Service, marking the next step toward a new municipal policing option.

The appointment of a new chief for the Independent Agency Police Service (IAPS) marks the next step in giving municipalities a new option for local policing and builds on the work already underway for the agency to assume the police-like duties currently carried out by the Alberta Sheriffs. The IAPS will empower municipalities to adopt strategies that effectively respond to their specific safety concerns, enhancing public safety across the province.

Chief Parhar brings more than 25 years of policing experience, including senior roles with the Calgary Police Service, most recently as deputy chief. His frontline policing experience and deep understanding of Alberta’s complex and diverse public safety landscape positions him to lead the agency as it takes shape and begins its work as a new municipal policing option, keeping communities safe.

Once operational, the agency will strengthen Alberta’s existing policing model and complement the province’s current police services, which includes the RCMP, Indigenous policing services and municipal police. It will help fill gaps and ensure law enforcement resources are deployed efficiently to meet Alberta’s evolving public safety needs and improve law enforcement response times, particularly in rural communities.

“Appointing Chief Sat Parhar is a key milestone in Alberta’s plan to give municipalities a real choice in how their communities are kept safe. This is about building a modern police service that reflects the priorities of Albertans, strengthens local decision-making, and ensures every corner of our province, especially rural areas, can count on responsive, effective law enforcement. With his decades of experience and deep understanding of Alberta’s policing landscape, he is the right leader to bring this vision to life.”

Danielle Smith, Premier

“This appointment signifies a significant step forward in our efforts to establish a more robust, community-focused policing model that is better equipped to meet the unique needs of our local residents. Under Chief Parhar’s visionary leadership, we are confident that we will develop a modern, efficient police service that not only enhances public safety but also aligns closely with the priorities and values of Albertans. His experience and commitment are vital in shaping an IAPS that is responsive, transparent, and dedicated to fostering trust and collaboration within the community, ultimately ensuring a safer and more connected society for all.”

Mike Ellis, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency ServicesMike Ellis, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Services

Chief Parhar’s immediate priorities will be to hire an executive team and commence organizational planning such as developing key recruitment, training and other operational policies. Chief Parhar’s appointment is the first step of many to establishing the IAPS.

“It’s an honour to take on this role and help shape a modern police service built for Alberta. My focus from day one will be on setting high standards for professionalism, building strong relationships with our partners and ensuring this service reflects the needs and priorities of the communities we serve.”

Sat Parhar, chief, Independent Agency Police Service

The Independent Agency Police Service was formally created through regulation following the passing of Public Safety Statutes Amendment Act, 2024. The agency will operate as an independent Crown corporation, and will be renamed the Alberta Sheriffs Police Service, with its head office located in Calgary. The IAPS will be operationally independent from the provincial government with civilian oversight, consistent with all police services in Alberta.

“When it comes to policing, municipalities like ours deserve a choice – especially when the current system leaves us disadvantaged simply because of our size. We look forward to learning more about what that alternative will look like once an Alberta police agency is fully established and the options are clear. For us, this is about fairness, sustainability, and ensuring municipalities have access to policing solutions that reflect both their needs and their realities.”

Jack Van Rijn, Mayor of the Town of Coaldale

Quick facts

  • The regulation establishes the IAPS Provincial Corporation and its governance structure including board of directors, board of director powers, financial responsibilities and accountabilities.

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Pierre Poilievre – Per Capita, Hardisty, Alberta Is the Most Important Little Town In Canada

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The tiny town of Hardisty, Alberta (623 people) moves $90 billion in energy a year—that’s more than the GDP of some countries.

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