One of the things I hear most often from residents is that public safety matters. People want to feel safe in their neighbourhoods, parks, trails, and public spaces, and they want to know that local organizations are working together to address concerns and support community well-being.
That’s why public safety remains a top priority for the City of Leduc.
This summer, Statistics Canada’s latest police-reported crime data showed encouraging results for our community. Leduc’s Crime Severity Index decreased by 9.1 per cent in 2025, outperforming the provincial decline of 6.6 per cent. While there is always more work to do, these results demonstrate the positive impact of collaboration between the City, the Leduc RCMP, community partners, and residents.
One example of that collaboration is Project Street Light 2.0, a coordinated community safety initiative led by the Leduc RCMP this August. The two-day operation brought together RCMP members, regional policing partners, and City of Leduc Enforcement Services officers and Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Navigators to address concerns related to public safety in public spaces.
Project Street Light reflects an important reality: maintaining a safe community requires both enforcement and support.
Over two days, officers executed 10 warrants, made nine arrests, generated 29 investigative files, and conducted more than 100 traffic stops. At the same time, FCSS connected with 24 individuals, made referrals for services including food, employment and financial assistance, and distributed life-safety supplies to those in need. This balanced approach helps address immediate concerns while also supporting long-term community well-being.
Project Street Light is part of a broader effort to enhance safety across our city. Earlier this year, the City and Leduc RCMP launched the Integrated Community Safety Unit, bringing together RCMP Officers, Community Peace Officers and FCSS Navigators to increase visibility, build relationships, and connect people with supports when needed. Residents can now regularly see this team in parks, on trails, downtown, and in other high-traffic areas throughout Leduc.
We’re also continuing to advance initiatives such as the Agent Status Program, which provides participating businesses with additional tools to help address trespassing concerns.
These, plus other community-focused programs that we support alongside the Leduc RCMP – like READ with RCMP, Bike Safety Rodeos, Lace Up with Law Enforcement, and the annual Candy Cane Checkstop – help to strengthen community relationships and contribute to a safe, connected, welcoming Leduc for everyone.
Mayor Lars Hansen
