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Welcome to Alberta's newest and innovative justice college with one mission only - graduating those who take a career in justice and public safety seriously.

Our communities deserve you. Reach out to us for your Criminal Justice Diploma education.

09/03/2026

Kinda chic to choose a career you’re actually excited about. 🖤

There’s something pretty special about studying Criminal Justice at CCJA.

It’s not just about learning what’s in the textbooks. It’s about getting out there, getting hands-on experience, meeting people in the field, training alongside your classmates, and getting a real feel for the world you’re preparing to step into.

From going behind the scenes of public safety agencies, to completing your practicum, to running a marathon with your school… the CCJA experience is about so much more than the classroom.

And yes, sometimes it even means getting sworn in before you graduate. 😉

Kinda chic I tell ya 😉

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08/24/2026

I mean they said it not me 🤷‍♂️

Lonnie - CCJA Director 😉

Also shout out to Lazy Day Raft Rentals
If you are looking to book a raft rental,tell them Lonnie sent you 🙌

08/23/2026

In Memory of Two Colleagues

With profound sadness, CCJA and the massed pipes and drums of this regimental funeral mourn the loss of two Correctional Service Canada officers, Correctional Officer Ramandeep Maan and Correctional Officer Nic Serban, who lost their lives in Edmonton.

This weekend, something powerful happened amid the grief. From across Canada, police officers, military police, sheriffs, and correctional officers came together—not simply to attend funerals, but to stand with the families, colleagues, and friends of two fallen members of our law enforcement and public safety family.

We came with sorrow, but also with pride. We came to honour their service, their sacrifice, and the lives they lived.

There is an incredible bond among those who wear the uniform. It crosses agency lines, provincial borders, and rank. When one of our own falls, we stand together.

Two officers. Two families. Two legacies that will never be forgotten. May Ramandeep Maan and Nic Serban rest in peace. May their families find strength in the knowledge that a grateful nation remembers their sacrifice.

And may all who starting and continue to wear the uniform carry their legacy forward with honour, courage, and pride.

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08/17/2026

We’re still riding the high from Friday. 🤍

What an incredible celebration for our Bravo Cohort, surrounded by their families, friends, and the faculty who have been cheering them on every step of the way.

Jessica and Angelina, we could not be more proud of you. Watching you walk across that stage and receive your diplomas was a moment we won’t forget.

And, if we’re allowed to brag for a minute… this graduation made us stop and realize just how important the work we do at CCJA really is.

Because it isn’t just about handing you a diploma or shaking your hand on stage.

It’s about everything that happens before that moment.

It’s reading your co curricular activities to your families and guests and remembering the experiences you’ve had along the way, from the Polar Plunge, to the backdoor at EPS, to your practicums with Surrey Police and Calgary Transit.

We really did our big one. 🥹

These are the experiences, memories, challenges, and moments that become part of who you are as you step into your career.

We’ll certainly miss having your energy around the school, but we cannot wait to see where you land next and which place gets to become your second home.

At CCJA, we’re honoured to create a school that feels like more than a school. A place that feels like home. A place that feels like family.

And most importantly, a place where we see you, not just your grades, your uniform, or your future career, but you as a person.

Bravo Cohort, congratulations. We are so proud of you. Your next chapter is just beginning.

Thank you Deputy Chief Cliff O'Brien Calgary Police Service what an honor to have you attend and speak at their graduation.

Thank you to all the organizers and vendors.

Mission to Learn. Duty to Serve.

08/09/2026

🤠🔥 CCJA HAS HIT THE RODEO! 🔥🤠

The Canadian Criminal Justice Academy is proud to be a sponsor of the 2026 Calgary First Responders Rodeo! 🇨🇦

And we’re not just showing up—we’re ALL IN! 💪

Our CCJA students are volunteering throughout the event, getting their hands dirty, meeting incredible first responders, connecting with our amazing partners, and—of course—getting introduced to some of the toughest police, sheriffs, and corrections cowboy competitors around! 🐎🤠

This is why I love what we are building at CCJA.

🎓 This is learning beyond the classroom. (It’s the culture of our law enforcement community.)
🤝 Building relationships. (It’s about the men and women beside us.)
👮 Connecting with the first responder community. (Sharing this incredible professional and the fun we have with those wanting a piece of this.)
💪 Developing confidence, teamwork, and leadership. (Solidly.)
🔥 Getting involved!

We love giving our students opportunities to meet the people and organizations they may one day work alongside—and there’s no better classroom than being right in the middle of the action!

A huge CCJA shout-out to all the competitors, organizers, first responders, volunteers, partners, and families making this event happen.

We’re proud to be here.
We’re proud of our students.
And we’re having a heck of a time doing it! 🤠🔥

From policing to rodeo… CCJA students know how to show up!

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07/23/2026

What an incredible way to conclude our Traffic Investigations course with the Echo Cohort at Canadian Criminal Justice Academy.

A sincere thank you to Sgt. Roger Nobert, President of the Blue Knights Alberta Region 5, for taking the time to share the realities of law enforcement motorcycle safety and the important work of the Blue Knights. Your passion for rider safety, police camaraderie, and public service gave our students valuable insight into a unique aspect of policing that is never experienced in the classroom.

Our students also had the privilege of attending the Blue Knights International Convention at the Grey Eagle Resort before continuing their learning with the Calgary Police Service Traffic Section. A special thank you to Staff Sergeant Brad Norman for welcoming the Echo Cohort and providing an outstanding tour through the various sections of Traffic Services, highlighting the specialized roles, responsibilities, and expertise that keep our roads safe every day.

From collision reconstruction and traffic enforcement to motorcycle operations and road safety initiatives, our students were able to connect classroom theory with real-world policing practices.

It was truly a “double hitter” of learning experiences and the perfect way to wrap up this portion of their studies.

On behalf of the Canadian Criminal Justice Academy, thank you to the Blue Knights Alberta Region 5 and the Calgary Police Service Traffic Section for investing in the next generation of criminal justice professionals. Partnerships like these continue to inspire, educate, and prepare our future leaders in public safety.

07/20/2026

Our fall enrollment is open now and there is no better time than now to apply! Your career starts the moment you apply.

07/14/2026

Learning. Leading. Serving. Teaching.

Today, our Bravo Cohort had the privilege of giving back to the community through an important cyber safety presentation at Chartwell Senior Residency in Coventry Hills, Calgary.

A special congratulations to Angelina Sandhu and Jessica Heer, who did an outstanding job educating residents about cyber security, online fraud, scams, identity theft, and practical ways to stay safe in today’s digital world. Their professionalism, knowledge, and compassion made a meaningful impact on everyone in attendance.

At the Canadian Criminal Justice Academy, we believe that the learners learn, and then the learners teach. Today’s presentation was a perfect example of that philosophy in action. By sharing their knowledge, our students are helping protect some of our community’s most valued citizens from becoming victims of these faceless crimes.

A sincere thank you to our faculty member and retired Calgary Police Service member Kathy McDonald, for coordinating this wonderful community outreach opportunity and for continuing to create meaningful learning experiences that extend beyond the classroom.

To the wonderful residents and staff at Chartwell Senior Residency, thank you for your warm hospitality and enthusiastic participation. It was an honour to spend time with you.

Together, we are building safer communities—one conversation at a time.

07/09/2026

We see you watching 👀😂

You’ve done the research. You’ve seen the videos. Now come check out the campus IRL.

POV: You found the criminal justice starter pack 👀🚔

No more “what am I doing with my life?” era. Time to enter your criminal justice career arc.

Come see the campus IRL and find out if CCJA is your next move.

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Your criminal justice starter pack has entered the chat 🫡

If a career in justice, policing, or public safety is on your vision board… consider this your sign 👀

Start your criminal justice era with CCJA

06/25/2026

Today is a proud day for our family and for the entire Canadian Criminal Justice Academy team.

My son, Quinn Croal, has officially been sworn into the Canadian Armed Forces and is now on his way to Infantry Officer School. Watching him take this step in service to our country is both humbling and inspiring.

Quinn has always demonstrated dedication, discipline, and a commitment to leadership. Today, he begins a new chapter—one that will challenge him, develop him, and prepare him to lead Canadian soldiers as an Army Officer.

As a father, I could not be more proud of the path he has chosen. Service to Canada is a calling that requires sacrifice, courage, and character. Quinn has embraced that responsibility, and we know he will represent himself, his family, and his country with honour.

On behalf of our family and the entire CCJA team, congratulations Quinn. We wish you success in your training and every step of the journey ahead. Canada is fortunate to have young leaders willing to answer the call to serve.

Your future is bright, and we are all incredibly proud of you.

Congratulations, Officer Candidate Quinn Croal.

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