A provincial state of emergency remains in effect due to numerous wildfires.
For wildfire related information, call the 24-hour info line at 310-4455 (available in 200+ languages) or visit alberta.ca/emergency.
A provincial state of emergency remains in effect due to numerous wildfires.
For wildfire related information, call the 24-hour info line at 310-4455 (available in 200+ languages) or visit alberta.ca/emergency.
If someone is missing, report it to your local police or RCMP detachment.
You don’t have to wait 24 hours to report someone as missing.
If a person is under 12, elderly or has significant mental or developmental disabilities, call 911 immediately – skip the steps below.
You can report someone as missing even if they aren’t related to you, or if they live in a different area than you.
Missing person’s cases are only closed once the person is found.
The impact of missing persons can be life changing for families, friends and communities.
You should immediately report someone who is missing to the police:
Contact your local police service immediately.
When you call to report a missing person, you’ll be asked questions to help clearly identify the person. Here are some questions you may be asked:
Physical description
Health
Lifestyle
Circumstances
Keep detailed notes of your conversations with the police. These notes will help you keep track of what was discussed as the investigation progresses.
The primary investigator assigned to your case will be your main contact with the police. They can advise you on actions you can take while the investigation is underway.
Victim services units can help you:
Resources are available to help you cope with a missing person in your family or community.
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