The Alberta government has introduced proposed changes to the province's Police Act which would expand the powers of First Nations police forces.

The budget for the study is $2 million. PwC is expected to report back to the province by April 30, 2021.

The union said the province is breaking a promise that fish and wildlife officers would receive more money for the added risk of being first responders when RCMP aren't around.

A provincial mental health review board said Matthew de Grood is making progress but will not be allowed to go into a group home.

The RCMP said a "second incident," which they did not explain in the news release, was brought to their attention a day later and they are asking any witnesses to come forward.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to delay court proceedings, experts say victims of sexual assault are having to wait longer for legal closure.

A publication ban has been lifted on the name of a man found guilty of historic sex crimes in the 80s and 90s involving young girls.

Fish and wildlife officers were called in and were able to locate the dead bear in one of the suites.

Alberta's justice minister said the province will be watching how cities handle the issue of police funding closely.

Two people who were given $1,200 tickets when they took part in protests at the Alberta legislature during the COVID-19 pandemic in May will not have to pay the fines.