Following a continued increase in theft and violence across Saskatoon’s retail landscape, the Saskatoon Police Service will be conducting its third retail blitz of 2025 during the month of December. The blitz will take place on select dates throughout the entire month at predetermined retail locations across the city.

“As holiday activity increases in our city and retail spaces become busier, it’s important that every community member feels safe.” says Inspector Doug McNeil of the SPS’ Community Engagement Division. “By strengthening enforcement and collaboration with our retail partners, Project Shield is a commitment to ensuring retail spaces remain welcoming and retail crime offenders are held accountable.”

Working alongside store Loss Prevention Officers and security personnel, the SPS will focus on identifying and arresting prolific and violent offenders for a variety of crimes, including; theft, weapons possession, breach of conditions, and to execute outstanding warrants. Education will be provided to less-prolific offenders under certain circumstances.

If you observe crime or suspicious activity in a retail space, report it to police by calling 306-975-8300 or, in an emergency, 9-1-1.