Court of King's Bench in Prince Albert. (File photo/ paNOW Staff)

By Nick Nielsen

Newly Added Position

New Deputy Sheriff coming to Prince Albert Court of King’s Bench

Sep 19, 2024 | 3:00 PM

The Government of Saskatchewan announced on Thursday that they will be adding a new position to the Sheriff’s Office at the Prince Albert Court of King’s Bench.

The new Deputy Sheriff is being installed as a means to give residents in Prince Albert quicker access to essential Sheriff Services including serving eviction notices.

Justice Minister and Attorney General Bronwyn Eyre said that they have listened to the concerns that have been brought up by a number of community organizations.

“We have listened to concerns raised by community partners, including the P.A. Community Housing Society Inc., about the increased need for sheriff services in Prince Albert and are pleased to add this position to improve civil enforcement.”

The Government has already begun their hiring process and plans to have the position filled before the end of 2024. The Deputy Sheriff will be responsible for duties such as serving writs of possession/eviction notices, collection, document services, property seizure, custody apprehensions and jury management.

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“I am very pleased with this announcement for a second Deputy Sheriff position in Prince Albert,” MLA for Prince Albert Northcote Alana Ross said. “This came about as a result of strong positive collaboration with our community partners.”

“This increase will be impactful throughout the northern communities of the province,” MLA for Athabasca, Jim Lemaigre said. “This is a further example of our commitment to increased access to justice.”

“We are very excited to hear the announcement that a second full time Deputy Sheriff will be added in Prince Albert at the Court of King’s Bench,” P.A. Community Housing Inc. Office Supervisor Rhonda Dupuis said. “Their office covers a large area and their workload is significant. As landlords, we deal with their office regularly and are confident this will make the entire system run more efficiently.”

Prince Albert is home to one of 10 Court of King’s Benches that has a Sheriff’s Office in Saskatchewan. The closest is in Saskatoon.

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