The Strathcona County RCMP, Enforcement Services and Victim Services host events throughout the year to engage the community and share safety tips.

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Building Bridges

Building Bridges is a community event focused on building bridges of trust between individuals impacted by family violence, specialized services, and the RCMP. The Strathcona County RCMP, A Safe Place, and the Saffron Centre will discuss their roles in supporting survivors of sexual and intimate partner violence and fostering a stronger network of care. At the event, each agency will provide a brief presentation on their process for supporting survivors, followed by a group discussion on current collaborative efforts and successes, barriers to providing trauma informed care, and the future of collaboration between specialized agencies.

Things to note:
• Age recommendation is 16+
• Light refreshments will be provided
• Staff from Saffron will be present to provide emotional support.

Date: February 25, 2026
Time: 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Location: Council Chambers, Strathcona County Community Centre, 401 Festival Lane, Sherwood Park

Details about how to participate online will be released soon.


Annual events

Bike Rodeo and Safety Fair

Join Strathcona County RCMP and Enforcement Services for a FREE afternoon of fun!
• Helmet and bike checks
• Bike safety obstacle course
• Safety information stations
• Bounce houses and kids’ activities.

Date: May 9, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Strathcona Athletic Park,1100 N Cloverbar Rd, Sherwood Park

Public Safety Showcase

Explore information booths, vehicles and equipment displays from safety agencies from across Alberta.

Date: TBA
Time: TBA
Location: TBA

Town Halls

Join detachment leadership for a short presentation about how the RCMP and Enforcement Services work together to keep our community safe, followed by the opportunity to ask questions and discuss safety concerns.

Ardrossan Town Hall:
Date: October 26, 2026
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Location: Ardrossan Recreation Complex 80 First Ave, Ardrossan

Sherwood Park Town Hall:
Date: October 28, 2026
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Location: Council Chambers, Community Centre 401 Festival Lane, Sherwood Park


Safety Bear and Sparky appearances

Safety Bear

Safety Bear

Safety Bear and a RCMP Member attend community events, schools, playschools, daycares, and festivals. We are geared towards young and young at heart! All appearances are emergency call dependent. Please note that we are unable to attend block parties. Send us your request with as much notice as possible.

Book Safety Bear:
Phone: 780-449-0185
Email: Safety.Bear@strathcona.ca

Sparky

Sparky

Sparky can also come to your event along with a fire truck to share fire safety information with kids. Learn how to invite Sparky to your event.

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Last updated: Wednesday, January 28, 2026
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