Cst. Lauren Paskall with Lacombe Police Chief Jason Dobirstein at the EPS graduation ceremony. (Supplied)

By Josh Hall | @Vancan19

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New Lacombe police offer completes EPS training program

Oct 28, 2025 | 4:09 PM

Lacombe Police Service has added one more to the ranks.

Cst. Lauren Paskall is one of 42 officers who recently graduated from the Edmonton Police Service 27-week intensive training program, part of Recruit Training Class 163.

Paskall and others, some of whom have come from England, India, Taiwan and the U.K., took part in a ceremony last week at Edmonton City Hall.

“Today’s graduating class reflects the future of policing – one that is more inclusive, representative, and responsive to the communities we serve”, said Staff Sergeant Michael Hickey, with the EPS Recruit and Selection Section.

“Through targeted outreach, mentorship, and the removal of barriers, we are opening doors to a wide range of applicants. This success is about building a service that understands and reflects the diversity of our city. We are proud of welcome these new officers to the front lines of public safety.”

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Paskall has roots in Brooks and Calgary.

Lacombe Police now have 24 members, with a capacity of 25. They are recruiting, Staff Sergeant Bryan Zens notes.

More information is at lacombepolice.ca.