On Friday, Chief Constable Mark Neufeld announced his resignation after six years leading the Calgary Police Service (CPS), as stated in a news release from the Calgary Police Commission. This information was disseminated by Air 101.6 fm.

No additional details regarding his resignation were disclosed. The commission has appointed Katie McLellan as the interim chief, effective immediately. Furthermore, the commission indicated that, in light of the significant events scheduled in Calgary this summer and to maintain stability during a period of heightened demand on the Service, a search for a new police chief will not commence immediately.