RCMP Preps Unprecedented Security Operation for G7 Summit
Friday, May 23, 2025, 5:20 am
As the G7 summit in Alberta nears, RCMP and local police are marshaling what is described as the “largest domestic security operation” to counter anticipated protests and emerging technological threats, including drone weaponization. Authorities are leaving no stone unturned to ensure a secure, well-coordinated event.
RCMP and local police say security planning is well underway for next month's G7 summit in Alberta.
La Gendarmerie royale du Canada (GRC) et la police locale affirment que la planification de la sécurité est bien avancée pour le Sommet du G7 qui se tiendra le mois prochain en Alberta.
Police said they're expecting protesters and are taking steps to deal with new technological threats, such as the weaponization of drones.
Officials told The Canadian Press they’re expecting protesters and are taking steps to deal with new technological threats, such as the weaponization of drones
OTTAWA — RCMP and local police say security planning is well underway for next month’s G7 summit in Alberta. Officials told The Canadian Press they’re expecting protesters and are taking steps to deal with new technological threats, such as the weaponization of drones. David Hall, Alberta RCMP…
OTTAWA - RCMP and local police say security planning is well underway for next month's G7 summit in Alberta.
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