Alberta
Record setting drug bust in Edmonton. EPS takes $1.8 million worth of cocaine
News release from the Edmonton Police Service
EPS Gang Suppression Team makes major illicit drug seizure
The Edmonton Police Service Gang Suppression Team (GST) made an arrest leading to a substantial illicit drug seizure last week.
In September 2023, GST began an investigation into a 40-year-old male suspect who was believed to be involved in drug trafficking. The investigation led to a traffic stop with the suspect on Friday, October 27, 2023, where 40.5 kg of cocaine was located in his vehicle and the suspect was subsequently arrested. The approximate street value of the cocaine is $1,800,000.
“This is the single biggest cocaine seizure in EPS’ history,” says Staff Sergeant Eric Stewart of the EPS Guns and Gang Section. “This will undoubtedly make a dent in this suspect’s illicit drug network as we work to stop those that are preying on our vulnerable community members.”
Randhir Singh Gill, 40, was charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking. Gill is expected to appear in court on Nov. 8, 2023.
Anyone with any information about this or any other crime is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.
Alberta
Official statement from Premier Danielle Smith and Energy Minister Brian Jean on the start-up of the Trans Mountain Pipeline
Alberta
Protecting the right to vote for Canadian citizens: Minister McIver
Minister of Municipal Affairs Ric McIver issued the following statement in response to Calgary City Council’s vote to extend the right to vote to permanent residents:
“Yesterday, Calgary city council passed a motion advocating for permanent residents to be extended the right to vote in civic elections. Alberta’s government has been clear since the beginning: only Canadian citizens are able to vote in civic elections. That will not be changing.
“The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms affirms the right of every Canadian citizen to vote and to run as a candidate. This right extends to voters in municipal, provincial and federal elections.
“Protecting our democracy is of the utmost importance. Our provincial election legislation, like the Local Authorities Elections Act, has also been clear since its inception that voting is a right of Canadian citizens.
“Alberta’s government is also ensuring that voting is accessible for more Albertans. The Municipal Affairs Statutes Amendment Act proposes to enable special ballot access for any voter who requests it, without having to provide any specific reason such as physical disability, absence from the municipality or working for the municipal election. The ministries of Seniors, Community and Social Services and Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction are also making it easier for individuals to obtain the identification Albertans need for a variety of services, including the ability to cast a ballot.
“Our government will continue to protect the integrity of our elections and make sure voting is accessible for all Albertans who are Canadian citizens.”
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