Following the 2026 Canadian Police Canine Association (CPCA) Trials, the Prince Albert Police Service Canine Unit are celebrating a successful performance at the event, with both teams earning recognition as well as third-place finish, a top 10 overall placement, and the title of fastest Police Service Dog at the competition.
The trials, hosted by the Saskatoon Police Service, was held from Sept. 9 to Sept. 13 as a way to bring specialized K9 units from across Canada to test, certify, and showcase their specialized skills through various trials.
“These results reflect the significant amount of training, commitment, and teamwork that goes into developing our police canine teams,” said Chief of Police Patrick Nogier. “We are extremely proud of Constable Mostowich and Ares, and Constable Brown and Pando, for representing the Prince Albert Police Service and our community so well on a national stage.”
Constable Mostowich and Police Service Dog (PSD) Ares, earned third place in the compound search competition, demonstrating their ability to work together to locate hidden suspects within a designation search area. The team was also acknowledged amongst the top 10 overall canine teams.
Alongside Constable Mostowich and Ares, Constable Brown and PSD Pando also earned recognition during the trials as Pando recorded a top speed of 44 kilometres per hour, making him the fastest Police Service Dog at this year’s event.
Through a friendly competitive environment, the Canadian Police Canine Association Trials created a space for handlers and their dogs to not only test their operational skills, but to also learn from other teams and share knowledge and experience.
The Prince Albert Police Service congratulated both canine teams on their accomplishments and representation of the Service at the 2026 CPCA Trials.
