Wildfires have resulted in evacuations in some communities. Learn more.
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Minister Mike Ellis
Mike Ellis was sworn in as Deputy Premier and Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Services on June 9, 2023.
Mandate letter
The Premier's mandate letter to the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Services outlines the objectives and priorities of the work they will focus on in their role.
Accomplishments
Reforms in the Police Amendment Act, 2022 will ensure that Alberta’s police services are more accountable and more responsive to the communities they serve.
New and improved victims of crime program to help you and your family recover from a serious crime.
Introduced the Alberta Security Infrastructure Program to help organizations targeted by hate crimes install security measures and improvements to keep members safe.
The provincial government appointed 10 members from Indigenous communities across Alberta to the Public Security Indigenous Advisory Committee.
Key information
- Report A Poacher: Report suspicious or illegal hunting and fishing activity, or dangerous wildlife encounters.
- Information on active emergency alerts and advisories.
- Resources to learn how you and your family can prepare yourselves for an emergency or disaster.
- Information on human trafficking and supports for survivors and those working to prevent trafficking across the province.
- Information on correctional services for adult and youth offenders, including rules for visiting inmates.
- Clare’s Law legislation gives people at risk of domestic violence a way to get information and make informed choices.
- How to apply for an Alberta Security Infrastructure Program Grant.
- Information on education, health care and more to help military families and veterans get set up and settled in Alberta.
Our responsibilities
The ministry:
- works with partners in law enforcement, justice, health and social services for a fair and accessible justice system that upholds rule of law while supporting the needs of individuals
- is responsible for the custody and supervision of adults and young persons under correctional authority, as well as the facilitation of rehabilitation
- in collaboration with municipalities, Metis Settlements and First Nations, leads disaster preparation, mitigation, response and recovery to increase individual and community resilience
Latest news
- Jul 26, 2024
Jasper evacuees can now apply for emergency evacuation payments. Alberta Wildfire crews continue to assist Parks Canada with the wildfires burning in the Jasper townsite and Jasper National Park.
- Jul 25, 2024
Late last night, the wildfire in Jasper National Park reached the Town of Jasper with early reports indicating some structure loss. Firefighting efforts are ongoing within the town to protect homes, businesses and critical infrastructure.
- Jul 24, 2024
Alberta's government is requesting assistance from the Government of Canada to ensure all resources are brought to bear on this situation. The Municipal District of Bighorn has issued an evacuation order for a part of the municipal district. Evacuations for Jasper and Jasper National Park are ongoing, and evacuees are being supported at reception centres in Calgary, Grande Prairie and Edmonton.