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flag Edmonton is hiring 30 new peace officers in 2026 to replace private security and boost transit safety.

flag Edmonton is expanding its transit safety force by adding 15 new peace officers in 2026, with another 15 to follow by summer, replacing a $5 million annual private security contract. flag The expanded team of 126 officers will patrol in four-person teams, enhancing response times and proactive enforcement. flag Peace officers can issue fines, write tickets, and make arrests, and will use a four-step approach: engage, educate, encourage, and enforce. flag Over 4,500 individuals received support through community outreach teams in 2025. flag Fare inspections surged to over 300,000—highest since 2016—using privacy-protecting scanners. flag Those unable to pay fines may access reduced or free transit passes or social services. flag The initiative aims to boost safety, compliance, and rider confidence on Edmonton’s transit system.

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