The Lloydminster RCMP’s School Resource Officer (SRO) program is continuing to foster positive relationships with local youth while helping reduce overall police workload, according to an annual report presented to city council.
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Constables Brittany Simms and Dan Haider presented the 2025–2026 SRO update to city council on Aug. 10 during a Governance and Priorities Committee meeting. The report highlights proactive youth crime prevention and community engagement across local public and Catholic schools.
According to the report, the dedicated SRO roles serve as a critical bridge between youth and law enforcement. Handling school incidents directly helps officers resolve issues faster. As a result, this cuts investigation times and frees up general duty members.
Key highlights from the SRO report include:
- Youth Diversion: Officers implemented direct measures — such as community event involvement, letters of apology, and conflict resolution sessions — to address minor offenses and keep youth out of the criminal justice system.
- Community Engagement: SROs participated in over 100 community events across the city, including the 2026 RCMP Youth Academy, “Trunk or Treat,” the annual First Responders Toy and Food Drive, and local sports coaching.
- Specialized Support: Officers partnered with local school administrations to facilitate Level 1 Violence Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA) training and worked closely with community initiatives like the Lloydminster Youth Justice Committee and the HUB Interagency response team.
Building trust early with students deters crime. As a result, officers can better handle issues like cyberbullying, mental health calls and weapon incidents.
Council members accepted the annual report as information.
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