PAGC General Assembly Results in Near Unanimous Resolution for Self-Administered Police Service
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Posted by Shelby Percival
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On October 28, 2026, Prince Albert Grand Council (“PAGC”) held their Annual Assembly. The Assembly brought together Chiefs, leaders, Elders, and community members from PAGC to share perspectives, set priorities, and discuss matters of importance to PAGC First Nations.
On day 2 of the Assembly, the PAGC First Nations discussed the work that has been completed to date on the creation of a self-administered First Nations police service for PAGC communities. This is an initiative that PAGC has been working on for some time. In late 2025, PAGC with the help of consulting firm MNP completed a “Regional Policing Model Study for PAGC” Report. This Report was shared earlier this year with PAGC First Nations as the PAGC Policing Symposium in March 2026.
After discussions amongst PAGC First Nations about the policing challenges faced by their communities, the PAGC Chiefs passed a near unanimous resolution supporting the creation of a regional, self-administered police service that is built with and for PAGC Nations. This resolution is based on PAGC First Nations leadership, culture, community safety, accountability, prevention and the well-being of PAGC First Nations. There was no opposition to this resolution.
The excitement continued as Falconers LLP had the opportunity to watch Brian Hardlotte be re-elected and recite the Grand Chief’s Oath of Office. The Ironswing Drummers and Dene Drummers both provided a Prayer Song, Honour Song, and Victory Song as Grand Chief Hardlotte was presented with a Star Blanket and participated in the Traditional Bonnet Ceremony.
Falconers LLP is grateful to listen and learn from PAGC First Nations and to continue to assist PAGC in their journey to the creation of a self-administered First Nation police service.
Supporting Document:
Motion #10 – PAGC Self-Administered First Nations Police Service
