The association tweeted the symbol on an image of the Edmonton police logo after two officers were shot and killed in the Alberta capital.
Police forces across Canada have banned members from wearing the symbol while on duty.
In June 2020, then-Ottawa police chief Peter Sloly told the police services board he hoped to create meaningful change during his time at the helm. In February 2021, the Ottawa police service banned officers from wearing the symbol on their uniforms. “While we don’t expect those who’ve never walked a day in the shoes of a Canadian police officer to understand the risk and courage it takes, we are angry and disappointed certain Ottawa politicians and advocacy groups have decided to create an alarming and inaccurate description of what it means to our members,” the statement said.Article content
Troster has received threats and antisemitic messages online since speaking out about the symbol. Cox said he did not condone those threats.
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