Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers Inc.
Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers Inc. (registered as SASKATCHEWAN CRIME STOPPERS INC., Business No. 119140028RR0001) is a nonprofit organization operating in Saskatchewan, Canada, focused on crime prevention and community safety. Established in 1987, it facilitates anonymous reporting of criminal activity through collaboration between the public, media, and law enforcement[2][3][4].

History

The broader Crime Stoppers concept originated in 1976 through Detective Greg Macaleese of the Albuquerque Police Department, who introduced rewards and anonymity to solve crimes. Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers launched in 1987 as part of a network expanding across Canada, with the first Canadian chapter founded in Calgary in 1982[4]. The organization emphasizes rural community safety, though urban centers like Regina operate affiliated programs (e.g., Regina Crime Stoppers, active since 1984)[5].

Operations

Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers operates through tip submissions, which are anonymized and relayed to law enforcement for investigation. Successful tips—those leading to arrests, charges, or recoveries—may qualify tipsters for cash rewards. Program governance includes volunteer board oversight and police coordination, exemplified by figures like Sgt. Rob Cozine, who served as a police coordinator in the 2010s[4][5].

Impact

From 1987 onward, the organization reports over 114,000 calls and 29,000 tips, resulting in 3,310 arrests, 2,025 charges, and the recovery of $9.6 million in property and $8.2 million in drugs[3][4]. Regional chapters, such as Regina Crime Stoppers, have contributed additional recoveries, including $12.2 million in property, cash, and drugs by 2024[5].

Funding

As a registered charity, Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers relies on donations and fundraising. Awards are funded through these efforts, with unclaimed rewards occasionally reinvested into program operations[3][5].

**Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers Inc.**  
Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers Inc. (registered as SASKATCHEWAN CRIME STOPPERS INC., Business No. 119140028RR0001) is a nonprofit organization operating in Saskatchewan, Canada, focused on crime prevention and community safety. Established in 1987, it facilitates anonymous reporting of criminal activity through collaboration between the public, media, and law enforcement[2][3][4].

### History  
The broader Crime Stoppers concept originated in 1976 through Detective Greg Macaleese of the Albuquerque Police Department, who introduced rewards and anonymity to solve crimes. Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers launched in 1987 as part of a network expanding across Canada, with the first Canadian chapter founded in Calgary in 1982[4]. The organization emphasizes rural community safety, though urban centers like Regina operate affiliated programs (e.g., Regina Crime Stoppers, active since 1984)[5].

### Operations  
Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers operates through tip submissions, which are anonymized and relayed to law enforcement for investigation. Successful tips—those leading to arrests, charges, or recoveries—may qualify tipsters for cash rewards. Program governance includes volunteer board oversight and police coordination, exemplified by figures like Sgt. Rob Cozine, who served as a police coordinator in the 2010s[4][5].

### Impact  
From 1987 onward, the organization reports over 114,000 calls and 29,000 tips, resulting in 3,310 arrests, 2,025 charges, and the recovery of $9.6 million in property and $8.2 million in drugs[3][4]. Regional chapters, such as Regina Crime Stoppers, have contributed additional recoveries, including $12.2 million in property, cash, and drugs by 2024[5].

### Funding  
As a registered charity, Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers relies on donations and fundraising. Awards are funded through these efforts, with unclaimed rewards occasionally reinvested into program operations[3][5].

[1] https://saskcrimestoppers.com [2] https://saskcrimestoppers.com/about-us/ [3] https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/saskatchewan-crime-stoppers-inc/ [4] https://skseniorsmechanism.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Birch-Hill-2016-Powerpoint-Crime-Stoppers.pdf [5] https://www.sasktoday.ca/crime-cops-court/regina-crime-stoppers-looks-back-at-strong-numbers-for-2024-10044908