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Red Deer RCMP now offer eagle feather for individuals to swear upon

Red Deer RCMP receiving its first smudging ceremony marks an important milestone for the detachment.
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Individuals providing a statement to Red Deer RCMP can now swear upon an eagle feather. (Contributed photo)

Red Deer RCMP receiving its first smudging ceremony marks an important milestone for the detachment.

Individuals providing a statement to police can now swear upon an eagle feather, according to the city of Red Deer’s website wearereddeer.ca.

The Alberta RCMP offers clients three options when providing a statement: to swear on a Bible, affirm, or affirm with an eagle feather.

The eagle feather is a symbol of spirituality and is used in many Indigenous traditions throughout North America.



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