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Guidelines for developing baton/use-of-force policy

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Companies that wish to allow employees to use batons during the course of their duties must have an approved baton/use-of-force policy. This document has been developed to assist companies... More ≫

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Companies that wish to allow employees to use batons during the course of their duties must have an approved baton/use-of-force policy. This document has been developed to assist companies licensed under the Security Services and Investigators Act in developing a suitable policy for their employees.

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Elder abuse police guidelines [2016]

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Use these Guidelines in conjunction with the Domestic Violence Handbook for Police and Crown Prosecutors in Alberta (DV Handbook) and the Domestic Violence Police Guidelines. These Guidelines... More ≫

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Use these Guidelines in conjunction with the Domestic Violence Handbook for Police and Crown Prosecutors in Alberta (DV Handbook) and the Domestic Violence Police Guidelines. These Guidelines share best practices regarding elder abuse investigations to assist police services in developing policy, procedures and training. These guidelines are for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and Municipal and First Nations police services in Alberta

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Alberta motor vehicle accident claims program : information resource

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This information resource explains the kinds of claims eligible under Alberta’s Motor Vehicle Accident Claims Program and how to make a claim.

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Construction performance guide for new home warranty in Alberta

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This guide was developed to provide homeowners, builders and warranty providers with an easy-to-use reference on basic requirements of warranty coverage under the New Home Buyers Protection Act... More ≫

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This guide was developed to provide homeowners, builders and warranty providers with an easy-to-use reference on basic requirements of warranty coverage under the New Home Buyers Protection Act and recommended minimum performance expectations for new homes in Alberta. The guide helps homeowners to understand whether or not an issue they encounter with their new home can be considered a defect and how to work with their builders and warranty providers to resolve such issues.

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Alberta long service recognition program : police officers, peace officers & auxiliary RCMP "K" division members : policy and procedure manual [2014]

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Alberta Justice and Solicitor General Ministry recognizes the valuable contribution police and peace officers make to the security, safety, and well being of Albertans. This is done through three... More ≫

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Alberta Justice and Solicitor General Ministry recognizes the valuable contribution police and peace officers make to the security, safety, and well being of Albertans. This is done through three long service recognition awards for: 1- Police members—Alberta Police Officer Long Service Recognition Medal; 2- Peace Officers—Alberta Peace Officer Long Service Recognition Medal; 3- RCMP Auxiliary Constables—Letters of Recognition.

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A domestic violence handbook for police services and Crown prosecutors in Alberta [2014]

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Because domestic violence can and does have disastrous consequences for victims and their children, every criminal justice response to a domestic violence incident should be executed with... More ≫

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Because domestic violence can and does have disastrous consequences for victims and their children, every criminal justice response to a domestic violence incident should be executed with sensitivity, diligence and above all, a firm understanding of the issues surrounding domestic violence. By creating and widely distributing this Domestic Violence Handbook, the Alberta government is demonstrating its commitment to eradicating family violence. Alberta’s dedication to ending family violence is ongoing, and as such, this Handbook will be electronically up-dated as the need arises to keep abreast of new developments in family violence research and programming.

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Alberta traffic court reform initiative : discussion guide

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This discussion paper is intended to be a guide for interested persons and organizations that wish to provide input into Alberta Justice and Solicitor General on how traffic court reform might... More ≫

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This discussion paper is intended to be a guide for interested persons and organizations that wish to provide input into Alberta Justice and Solicitor General on how traffic court reform might take place in Alberta, and how the proposed dispute resolution process might be structured to ensure that any Albertan who wants to dispute their traffic ticket can do so in a fair, accessible and proportionate way.

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Body Armour Control Act : policy and procedures manual

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Alberta's body armour legislation is designed to help make Alberta’s communities safer and help police forces in their efforts to reduce gang violence across the province. The legislation ensures... More ≫

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Alberta's body armour legislation is designed to help make Alberta’s communities safer and help police forces in their efforts to reduce gang violence across the province. The legislation ensures only those with a legitimate reason to do so or who have obtained a permit can wear body armour. This manual provides the information necessary for individuals and businesses to understand the expectations involving operational and administrative practices and procedures.

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Domestic violence police guidelines

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The purpose of these Guidelines is to provide assistance to police services in developing policy and procedure relating to the investigation of domestic violence. It is important for police... More ≫

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The purpose of these Guidelines is to provide assistance to police services in developing policy and procedure relating to the investigation of domestic violence. It is important for police services to consider the best practices outlined in the Guidelines. It is recognized that terms may vary amongst police services in Alberta and across the country, and includes terms such as domestic violence (DV), intimate partner violence (IPV), family violence (FV), domestic conflict, and violence against women (VAW).

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Victims of crime protocol : what victims of crime can expect from the criminal justice system

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The resource is intended to help victims of crime navigate and be fully engaged in the criminal justice system, as well as to enhance their personal safety. The Protocol was developed in response... More ≫

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The resource is intended to help victims of crime navigate and be fully engaged in the criminal justice system, as well as to enhance their personal safety. The Protocol was developed in response to a recommendation in the Report of the Alberta Victims of Crime Consultation, 2002, accepted by the Alberta Legislature in 2004. It outlines what can be expected from the criminal justice process from the time a crime is reported through the police investigation, court proceedings and, if the accused is found guilty, provincial and federal custody and then probation or parole.

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