provincial police

noun

1. (in Canada) the police force of a province, esp Ontario or Quebec

Example Sentences

He made a dramatic comeback in 2018 when then-Police Minister Bheki Cele appointed him to the provincial police chief post, with one of his major tasks being to investigate killings in a province where competition for political power - and lucrative state tenders - is fierce.

From BBC

The allegations were first made public by KwaZulu-Natal provincial police boss Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi last Sunday.

From BBC

The provincial police chief also alleged Mr Mchunu had ties to a controversial businessman who was "financially supporting" the minister's political career.

From BBC

Provincial police commander Senior Inspector James Baugen described to the Post Courier how bodies had been left "rotting" in the village, while others had been taken by crocodiles after floating down the river.

From BBC

At least six villagers drowned in floodwaters or died after being hit by falling trees during the sudden deluge in the hard-hit province of Quezon, provincial police said.

From Seattle Times