Calgary Police Service Welcomes New Chief Amid Sudden Resignation Crisis
Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 7:21 pm
Calgary Police Service has swiftly sworn in Katie McLellan as the new chief following the abrupt resignation of her predecessor. The rapid change has sparked both relief and a wry comment on the fleeting tenure of leadership in today’s fast‐paced city life.
'I know this change is sudden and ... I want to assure everyone in this city the CPS is dedicated to ensuring a seamless transition of leadership,' said new the chief, Katie McLellan
Calgary's new interim police chief was sworn in on Wednesday followed by news two of the city's deputy police chiefs have resigned.
Calgary Police Service swears in new chief Katie McLellan
CALGARY - Calgary has sworn in a new police chief less than a week after the former chief abruptly resigned.
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