A Public Security Peace Officer (PSPO) is a person who works to uphold and enforce certain laws and regulations in Alberta. A PSPO is given limited powers and authority, under the current Alberta Peace Officer Act (May, 2007).

The town has two Peace Officers who are responsible for animal control, complaints, bylaw issues and traffic control. They can be seen throughout the town and parks enforcing local bylaw, and certain provincial laws: the Gaming and Liquor Act, the Safety Act and the Environmental Act and are often involved in community liaison with schools and youth groups etc.(please note, enforcement of bylaws is at the discretion of the officer)

For a brief synopsis of the Devon bylaws that our officers enforce please use the links below or full details can be found on our bylaws page :

Animal Control

The Town of Devon does not offer a 24 hour Peace Officer service however, if you have a concern please call 780.987.3440 and leave your name, contact number and a BRIEF message regarding the nature of the concern and an officer will get back to you within 24 business hours. In case of an emergency always dial 911.

Bylaws In Brief

Animal Control (Bylaw 703/01)

All dogs and cats in Devon must be licensed, and are not permitted to run at large. They must be on a leash or lead under control of a responsible person at all times. An owner is permitted no more than two dogs and three cats. Infractions of these regulations may result in a fine and/or the animal being impounded. Licenses should be purchased at the Town of Devon Office. The license is currently valid for the life of your dog or cat and great value. To dowload a copy, go to our information brochures page.

Please note: If you choose to pick up an animal that is loose and are unable to reach a Peace Officer, you remain responsible for the animal until an officer is able to return your call.

Business Licensing (Bylaw 603)

The Town of Devon has a thriving business community comprising both local residents and those from further afield. This bylaw outlines what businesses must do in order to be licensed and what they need to do in order to keep it. ALL active businesses must be licensed and these can be purchased from the town office or call 780.987.8327.

Nuisance Bylaw (Bylaw 681/2000)

Covering such topics as noise, smoke, vegetation, unsightly properties/vehicles and pests, this bylaw outlines what constitutes a nuisance and how we enforce it to protect the aesthetics of the town and comfort of our residents.

Off Highway Vehicle Bylaw (Bylaw 728/02)

There are no permitted areas within the corporate limits of the Town of Devon to operate an off highway vehicle (i.e. snowmobile, dirt bike).

Sidewalk Clearing (Bylaw 685/00)

To keep our sidewalks safe for all to enjoy, following a snowfall residents have a seventy-two hour period in which to remove the snow from their sidewalk. As well, to keep our streets clear, residents may not place the snow and/or ice on the road while removing it from their sidewalk.

Traffic Bylaw (Bylaw 668/99)

The Town of Devon has many rules and regulations governing public roadways. Some of the most commonly dealt with are:

Parking on the wrong side of the road
Heavy Vehicle (over one ton) parked on residential roadways unless on lawful
Detached Trailers – not permitted on a public roadway.
Recreation Vehicles (motor homes, travel trailers, etc.) – Recreation vehicles are only allowed to be parked on public roadways for up to 72 hours at a time.

Contact

Peace Officer Answer Service: 780.987.3440 (not 24 hour)

In case of an emergency always dial 911.

Peace Officers