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Alberta’s Changing Trespass and Scrap Metal Laws

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Message to Rural Crime Watch members:

Hello to you all:

I hope you and families are coping well and healthy given the pandemic that is impacting us all right now. These are challenging times, and I know all of us are living in a new reality that we have never experienced before.

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https://www.ruralcrimewatch.ab.ca/news-events/newsletter

Lymburn Area Suspicious Vehicles April 12 2020

The GPDRCWA has received a report of two suspicious vehicles in the Lymburn / RR125 Area. A white 3-ton deck tow truck and a silver Ford 350 were spotted parked at the end of a driveway. When they were approached, they sped off in a hurry. The silver ford was caught up to and offered, “looking for booster cables,” as an explanation. The white truck was last seen heading east on TWP road 671. This activity has been reported to the R.C.M.P. If these vehicles are seen involved in other suspicious activity please report it to the R.C.M.P. 

Also, with the forecast of warmer weather just a friendly reminder to watch for activity in your area that may not be the normal. Many eyes make for a safer community.

Facebook Originated Scam April 18 2020.

The GPDRCWA has received a report of the following scam that seems to be happening fairly regularly in our areas. They have hacked one of your friends Facebook accounts and they start a conversation leading you to believe it is your friend. They gradually lead the conversation to a point where they say they saw your name on a special grant list for covid 19 through Publishers Clearing House and they are surprised you haven’t claimed the money while leading you to think this friend has. This particular scam gave out the contact name of Linda Carol Snell and the phone number 587 774 3320. When you call they want money up front to complete the transaction. If you do this you have fallen for the scam. Two things that may help you detect this from the information I have been able to find is the government would never have a list of applicants that will be made public and also the government does not charge you to do transactions of this type.

Please be careful of all of this type of contact. Also please continue to stay home as much as possible and practice social distancing when out in public. 

Did you know that all Rural Crime Watch locals are non-profit societies? Our organizations are run completely by volunteers!

If you are interested in being involved as a volunteer with our organization, please contact us at 780-831-4390!

Grande Prairie Rural Crime Watch now has the ability to accept E-Transfers!

Send E-Transfers to: treasurergprcwa@gmail.com

*Please include* your Name, Address, Phone number

There are various reasons that dogs are stolen…from dog fighting rings to breeding stock to resale opportunists, the fate of stolen dogs is grim.

Here are some steps you can take to prevent your canine companion from being dog-napped:

• Don’t leave your dog alone in the car, even for a few minutes. Thieves can easily break into your car to steal your precious pet.
• Make sure your dog is microchipped and that you keep your contact details up-to-date, especially if you move or change your phone number.
• Your dog should always wear a collar and ID tag with your name and address on it. This is a legal requirement when your dog is in a public place in most Alberta Urban areas. A mobile number is also a good idea, but avoid putting your dog’s name on the disc.
• Take clear photographs of your dog from various angles, and update them regularly. Make a note of any distinguishing features.
• Have lots of photographs of yourself with your dog, to help you to prove ownership if needed. Train your dog to come back when called, and never let them off the lead if you are not sure they will come back to you. If in doubt, use an extending lead, especially if you are in an unfamiliar area where your dog may get lost more easily.
• Take care when choosing someone to care for your dog if you are going away from home or need a dog walker whilst you go to work. Use a reputable company or boarding kennels and check references for people who provide dog or house-sitting services.
• At home, make sure your yard is secure and fit a bell to the gate so you hear if anyone opens it
• Keep your dog in view in the yard, don’t just leave him outside unsupervised
• If you breed puppies for sale, take great care when inviting people in to view; ideally have someone else present and limit the numbers of people you allow in at a time. Show the puppies in one secure area.
• Decide who owns the dog in your household. Discuss who would own the dog in the event of bereavement or break up and draw up documentation to this effect. This may seem unnecessary, but pets can become the centre of ownership disputes in these circumstances.

What does it take to become an RCMP officer?

The short answer is: a lot!

Cadet training is offered in English and in a bilingual format (English and French). A typical day lasts from 6 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., and there are also program-related duties after hours. While 26 weeks away from one’s family and friends can be a challenge, there are support services in place, and it will not be long before Depot starts to feel like home.

Being an RCMP police officer demands a high level of self-discipline and RCMP police officers must always maintain control of their actions. To help recruits acquire this skill, a paramilitary environment exists. This model is an effective way to learn how to deal positively with uncomfortable situations and to reinforce teamwork.

Upon successful completion of the Cadet Training Program, generally you will be hired as an RCMP police officer. Your training will continue throughout your first posting, where you will be coached and mentored by experienced police officers as part of a six-month Field Coaching Program. During this time, you will perform everyday police duties under the supervision of your Field Coach.

For more information and some interesting FAQ answered, please click on the link below:

http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/en/cadet-training