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Global News
08-05-2025
- Politics
- Global News
Calgary police shakeup continues as interim chief sworn in, 2 deputy chiefs retire
Calgary's new interim police chief, Katie McLellan, officially took charge of the force on Wednesday following the surprise resignation of former chief Mark Neufeld on Friday, May 2. View image in full screen Calgary's new Police Chief, Katie McLellan, was officially sworn in on Wednesday in a small private ceremony with family and friends. Global News McLellan, who met with the media on Wednesday afternoon to talk about her priorities and challenges, also announced the surprise 'retirement' of CPS deputy chiefs Chad Tawfik and Raj Gill on Wednesday. Story continues below advertisement They will be replaced by Supt. Cliff O'Brien and Supt. Asif Rashid, who have both been promoted to deputy chiefs effective on Monday. View image in full screen The shakeup at the top of the Calgary Police Service continued on Wednesday with the announcement that Deputy Chiefs Chad Tawfik and Raj Gill have resigned. City of Calgary While McLellan refused to comment on the reasons for the former chief or deputy chiefs' departure, she did wish Neufeld well. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'Of course, I'm sad to see him go. He was my boss. He was supportive of me and just recently extending my contract last year. And so he did amazing things for this service,' said McLellan. 'Other than that, I am not able to share anything, but we had a great relationship.' 2:01 Calgary police chief announces resignation One of McLellan's biggest challenges will be to improve morale after her predecessor's time as chief was plagued with reports of very low morale. Story continues below advertisement A report from the Calgary Police Commission last year said 75 per cent of CPS employees had concerns about morale on the force and almost half said their personal morale was low. 'Things like that don't change overnight, and we will continue to work at that,' said McLellan. 'We will continue to create a workplace where people want to come to work, where they feel valued, where they feel appreciated — and we will continue to listen and learn. 'We'll roll up our sleeves, we'll be at the table. We may have some differing of opinions, but people will be heard and their voices will be hard. I would say that every day we strive to do better and there's always room for improvement.' View image in full screen A report from the Calgary Police Commission, released in 2024, said 75 per cent of CPS employees had concerns about morale on the force. Calgary Police Commission Another of the big challenges McLellan said she hopes to address is 'resource shortages across the service, particularly on the front line.' Story continues below advertisement McLellan, who was sworn in during a private ceremony with family and friends, began her career with the Calgary Police Service as a summer student in 1986. She had been a deputy chief since 2019 and becomes the second woman to serve as chief — the first was Christine Silverberg, who headed up the force between 1995 and 2000. Because of the busy summer ahead, the Calgary Police Commission said it will not immediately begin looking for a new, permanent chief. 'The coming weeks and months are significant for our city as we prepare to welcome leaders into Alberta for the G7 Leaders Summit and prepare of course for our annual Calgary Stampede,' said McLellan. 'Our service has been working closely with our partners to plan for both events and this work will continue without interruption.' While the Police Commission has referred to McLellan's appointment as 'a new chapter,' it said it also wants to take time to consult with the community and with other CPS members 'on what should be sought in a future chief.'
CTV News
07-05-2025
- Politics
- CTV News
Calgary's new interim police chief addresses ‘sudden' change in leadership
New interim Calgary police Chief Katie McLellan speaks with reporters on May 7, 2025. (CTV News)
Toronto Star
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Toronto Star
Calgary swears in new police chief after former chief's abrupt resignation
CALGARY - Calgary has sworn in a new police chief less than a week after the former chief abruptly resigned. Katie McLellan took her oath on Wednesday as the Calgary Police Service prepares for a busy summer that will include the meeting of world leaders at the G7 in Kananaskis, Alta., and the Calgary Stampede.
Winnipeg Free Press
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Winnipeg Free Press
Calgary swears in new police chief after former chief's abrupt resignation
CALGARY – Calgary has sworn in a new police chief less than a week after the former chief abruptly resigned. Katie McLellan took her oath on Wednesday as the Calgary Police Service prepares for a busy summer that will include the meeting of world leaders at the G7 in Kananaskis, Alta., and the Calgary Stampede. Police say McLellan will permanently replace former chief Mark Neufeld and she will continue as police chief for the foreseeable future. Police vehicles at Calgary Police Service headquarters in Calgary on Thursday, April 9, 2020. Calgary has sworn in a new police chief less than a week after the former chief abruptly resigned. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh Neufeld abruptly announced his resignation on May 2 after six years at the helm of Calgary's police force. It's not known why Neufeld left the top job despite having almost two years left on his contract. Winnipeg Free Press | Newsletter Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. Sign up for The Warm-Up McLellan joined Calgary police in 1987 and has worked in various roles in the service, including front-line roles in its criminal operations system and responding to people in crisis. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 7, 2025.
Global News
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Global News
Calgary police Chief Mark Neufeld has resigned, interim chief appointed
In a surprise move, Calgary police Chief Mark Neufeld has tendered his resignation after six years as head of the city's police force. Neufeld's resignation was revealed in a letter from Amtul Siddiqui, chair of the Calgary Police Commission, that was obtained by Global News. While the letter makes no mention of the reason's for Neufeld's resignation, it thanks him for 'leading the Service through a very turbulent time.' The letter says the commission has also appointed Deputy Chief Katie McLellan as interim chief, effective immediately. According to the Calgary Police Service website, McLellan, who has more than 35 years of experience with the force, has been a deputy chief since 2019. The Calgary police commission has appointed Deputy Chief Katie McLellan as the interim chief of the Calgary Police Service. Originally from Scotland, she first joined the Calgary Police Service in 1987. Calgary Police Service In the letter, Neufeld issued a statement expressing his gratitude and praising the members and employees of the force for their work. Story continues below advertisement 'Thank you to all the incredible members of the CPS, both sworn and civilian, for your commitment and dedication to serving Calgarians and to keeping our city safe,' reads the statement. 'It was an absolute privilege to serve our amazing community as a police officer and, in particular, to do it with all of you. You should all be proud of your daily efforts and the positive impact that flows from them.' Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy One of the immediate challenges facing the interim chief will be helping to organize and enforce security for the upcoming G7 Summit being held in Kananaskis from June 15 to 17. There's no word on when a permanent replacement for Neufeld will be made, but the statement said the commission intends to first focus on the busy summer and continue to address staffing concerns and morale. The statement said the commission also wants to take time to 'consult with the community and members on what should be sought in a future chief.' 1:52 Internal survey polling leadership 'deeply disturbing', says Calgary police chief
