Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)

In all emergencies, dial 911

The Town of Olds contracts municipal policing services through the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).

Olds RCMP Detachment

5110 - 65 Avenue

Olds, Alberta T4H 1L8

Non-Emergency Complaint Line

To report an incident or complaint, call 403-556-3323.

General Enquiries / Information:

Administration Telephone: 403-556-3324

koldsadmin@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

The Administration Telephone is not a reporting line. If you require emergency support, please dial 911. To report an incident or complaint call 403-556-3323.

Public Office Hours

Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Closed statutory holidays)

Please Note: Office is closed the first Friday of every month.

5-Year RCMP Resourcing & Priorities Plan

The Town of Olds has approved a five-year plan to guide policing investments and priorities from 2026 to 2031. The plan takes an incremental approach to staffing and governance, responding to growing workload pressures, population growth, and community feedback about policing visibility and engagement.

Implementation is already underway. The Town has hired a new administrative support person to help free up RCMP officers from desk work and increase their availability for front-line policing. The Town has also formally requested an additional regular member position from the RCMP, a process that requires early action due to recruitment timelines that can take up to a year or more.

The plan also includes commitments to establish a community policing committee, advocate to the Province for fairer policing, cost-sharing, and begin long-term planning for detachment facility needs.

Read the full 5-Year RCMP Resourcing & Priorities Plan.

Olds Municipal Police Service Multi-Year Financial Plan (MYFP)

This Multi-Year Financial Plan (MYFP), the “Plan”, has been prepared by the Alberta Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in consultation with the Town of Olds, pursuant to Article 17.1 of the Municipal Police Service Agreement (MPSA). This Plan is for the Fiscal Year (FY) starting on April 1, 2025 and covers a period of five years. In addition, the forecast for the 2024-25 fiscal year will be updated and finalized through this process.

This Plan reflects ongoing cooperation between the RCMP and the Town of Olds to ensure adequate and effective Municipal policing is provided pursuant to the MPSA. The safety and security of the citizens of the Town of Olds and the police officers serving within the Municipal Police Service (MPS) remains the ultimate goal.

Criminal Record Checks (CRC) / Vulnerable Sector Checks (VSC)

Criminal Record Checks (CRCs) - name and/or vulnerable sector - can be completed at the Olds RCMP detachment as long as you are a resident of the Olds detachment service area.

Fees

There is a $40.00 fee for any Criminal Record Check (CRC) required for employment purposes. This fee applies only to residents of the Town of Olds.

If fingerprints are required, an additional fee of $50.00 will apply.

There is no fee for a CRC completed for volunteer or educational purposes, provided a letter from the volunteer organization or school requesting the check is submitted.

Payment options:

CRC payments – Credit or debit only (no cash accepted)
Fingerprinting fees – $25.00 cash or $25.00 debit/credit

Requirements

You are required to attend the Olds detachment and fill out the appropriate application form. You will also need to provide one piece of government photo ID (driver's license, passport, PAL, etc.) and 1 piece of ID that contains your name and birthdate (birth certificate, Alberta Health Card, etc.). If your ID does not confirm your residency in the Olds detachment area, then proof must also be provided (rental agreement, utility bill, etc.)

How Long Will It Take?

CRC applications will have results ready for pick up one week from when the paperwork is filled out. Results will be held for 90 days. If you are required to submit fingerprints, there is an additional wait time.

Electronic Fingerprinting

The Olds RCMP does electronic fingerprinting on Tuesdays. Please phone the administration line at 403-556-3324 during office hours to book an appointment and/or for questions about fees.

Fingerprints and reports being returned from Ottawa can take approximately 4 months. If a criminal record does exist, a longer waiting time can be expected.

Reporting Motor Vehicle Collisions

If no one is seriously injured and both vehicles are drive-able, you do not need police to attend the scene of your collision. However, you will need to report the collision afterward if there are any minor injuries or damage is more than $5,000.

For more information on Reporting, visit Emergency Contacts.

Fraud and Scam Information and Resources

Don't fall victim to scams and frauds - Even as current scams get reported, fraudsters continue to come up with new ways to try to scam money from anyone: youth, seniors, business people, singles, widows and widowers, animal lovers, people wanting to help after natural disasters, and people buying and selling items online.

Have You Been The Victim Of A Scam Or Fraud?

If you have NOT lost money but suspect you have been targeted, contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre 1-888-495-8501.
If you receive a suspicious email or telephone call soliciting your financial and/or banking information, DO NOT reply or give any information to them, and advise the bank/agency involved.
If you are a victim of fraud and have lost money as a result, report to the Olds detachment and provide a statement and any documentation etc.

The Best Defence Is A Good Offence

Arm yourself and the vulnerable people in your life with preventive tips for dealing with scammers, regardless of which story they're spinning you.

Remember, whether the request is from a legitimate company or a scammer, you have the right to ask as many questions as you need to, and take as much time as you need to, in order to decide if they merit your trust.
Do not give out personal information over the phone or otherwise, unless you were the one to initiate contact and it is an organization you trust.
Ask for written information about the person, business or charity.
Ask for identification and registered charity numbers. Confirm the validity of the information you are given by looking up their phone number and website yourself rather than using the information they offer you.
Do not send any money or pay a fee to claim a prize.
Be suspicious if this is a "today only" offer. If it is truly a legitimate deal, it will be there tomorrow.
Be wary of appeals that tug at your heart strings, especially pleas involving current events.
Treat your personal information with care; do not leave it lying around for others to take. Shred old bills, statements, credit cards, etc.
Rely on established businesses or individuals, whose reliability and credibility can be established through a professional organization such as the Better Business Bureau (BBB) or the Chamber of Commerce.

Links and Resources:

Community Policing in Olds: Findings from the 2024 Business Case

In April 2024 the Town of Olds commissioned a third-party review of its policing model by Western Management Consultants (WMC) to assess its effectiveness, affordability, and alignment with community needs. Residents reported in the survey feeling generally safe, and crime rates in Olds are lower than the provincial average, with a downward trend over time. Stakeholders and survey respondents identified a need for more visible policing and stronger communication with the public. A transition to a municipal police service was considered but found to be significantly more expensive and complex. The report recommends continuing with RCMP contract policing while enhancing community engagement, strategic planning, and transparency.

Read the full 2024 Community Policing Business Case (PDF).