Sat Parhar

Sat Parhar is a former deputy chief of the Calgary Police Service who has been appointed as the first chief of the new Alberta Sheriffs Police Service, a provincial police force aimed at providing localized policing options in Alberta. With a background in law enforcement and leadership, Parhar is tasked with establishing the new agency and has expressed his commitment to building a service that reflects the diverse needs of Alberta's communities. His appointment comes amid discussions on the future of policing in the province, particularly in light of potential changes to RCMP contracts by 2032.