Meet the Alberta Ombudsman

– Kevin Brezinski

Kevin Brezinski is a 30-year veteran of the Edmonton Police Service having served most recently as the Deputy Chief of the Investigations and Support Services Bureau.  He has extensive investigative experience and has worked with law enforcement agencies throughout Canada and the United States related to serious and organized crime. In addition, he has significant experience in working within the guidelines of administrative law. He previously served as the senior officer in charge of the Professional Standards Branch dealing with complaints against police officers and the police service. He believes that managing complaints in a fair and unbiased manner is key to public trust.

Giving back to the community has always been a priority for Kevin. He has served as a board member for the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Alberta and joined colleagues in raising money for the annual Polar Plunge. He also supported a program that established dedicated and culturally sensitive support for families of victims of serious crime.

Originally from a small community in Saskatchewan, he graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in Psychology. He now resides in Edmonton with his family. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time outdoors and is an avid golfer.