Media Release - Sergeant Kathy Edwardsen Recognized for Leadership in Policing

Sergeant Kathy Edwardsen Recognized for Leadership in Policing

Prince Albert Police Service Sgt. Kathy Edwardsen was recognized this week by the Saskatchewan Association of Chiefs of Police (SACP) for her work to investigate Historical Crimes and Missing Persons cases while also contributing to the future of our organization by supporting recruiting efforts and police mentorship opportunities in our community.

Sgt. Edwardsen was presented with an SACP Excellence in Policing Services Award in Moose Jaw this week. She was nominated for the award by administration with the Prince Albert Police Service for her work to investigate historical crimes and long-term missing persons files, and support families and individuals who are missing a loved one or have been affected by violence. In her role, she has worked to advocate on behalf of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls while advancing the Calls to Justice and raising awareness about Prince Albert’s missing persons files across the prairies and into the United States.

Chief of Police Jonathan Bergen said Sgt. Edwardsen shows a strong commitment to service in our community, and focuses on listening and helping individuals and families.

“Sgt. Edwardsen communicates regularly with those who are missing loved ones or have been affected by violence and trauma to keep them informed and connected to the investigation,” Chief Bergen said. “Her concern and compassion is evident and she regularly participates in walks and awareness events to support families, while also working to find new and innovative ways to raise awareness and generate new investigative leads.”

Sgt. Edwardsen has worked with the Prince Albert Police Service since 2001 and has previous experience as an EMT and with the Canadian Armed Forces. She is a trained crisis negotiator and forensic interviewer, and acts as co-chair on the Prince Albert Police Service’s committee on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). She actively works to promote policing in Prince Albert as a member with our recruiting committee and helped develop our new Métis Mentorship Program, which led to the successful hiring of both candidates as new police recruits.

“Sgt. Edwardsen has a positive attitude and is a strong role model for our service,” said Deputy Chief of Police Farica Prince. “She is a courageous leader in our community and serves with professionalism and compassion.”