The County of Grande Prairie is pleased to announce the appointment of Kyle Palfy as the new Superintendent of Regional Enforcement Services, effective October 21, 2024. With over 26 years of comprehensive policing experience, including 13 years in senior leadership roles with the Grande Prairie RCMP, Palfy brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this critical position.
Mr. Palfy has demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and community engagement throughout his career. Notably, during his tenure at the McLennan RCMP Detachment, he successfully undertook a comprehensive rewrite of Emergency Operations plans, aligning local operations with national and provincial standards. This experience showcased his aptitude for policy development and strategic thinking – key attributes for leading the County’s enforcement initiatives.
In his previous roles with the RCMP, Palfy has been instrumental in supervising personnel across various units, collaborating closely with City and County officials to address community concerns. His work at the Western Alberta District RCMP and Battlefords RCMP Detachment centered on strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, financial management, and operational oversight, ensuring public safety remains a top priority.
“We are excited to welcome Kyle to this vital role,” said Joulia Whittleton, County Manager for the County of Grande Prairie. “His extensive experience and commitment to community engagement align perfectly with the County’s proactive and progressive approach to enforcement services.”
Palfy expressed enthusiasm for the opportunity to serve the County of Grande Prairie. “I am honoured to take on this role and look forward to collaborating with community partners to enhance public safety and strengthen our regional enforcement efforts,” he stated. “Together, we can build a safer, more resilient community.”
Palfy replaces outgoing Superintendent Stuart Rempel, who is retiring from County Regional Enforcement Services after 30 years.
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