Edmonton police are asking for help finding an 83-year-old woman with dementia who went missing in the city's west end on Thanksgiving Monday.
Cathie Scott was last seen at approximately 3 p.m. on October 12, walking near 138 Street and 106A Avenue.
According to the Edmonton Police Service (EPS), Scott requires regular access to medication and may have difficulty navigating her surroundings.
She does not have access to a cellphone or her bank accounts.
Police and her family are concerned for her wellbeing.
What does Cathie Scott look like?
Scott is approximately four feet 11 inches tall, has a slim build and white, shoulder-length hair.
She was last seen wearing:
A blue puffer jacket
Grey bottoms
Police have released her photograph and are asking anyone who recognizes her to contact them.
Where might she be?
Scott was last seen walking near 138 Street and 106A Avenue in west Edmonton.
Police say she is known to visit several locations in the area, including:
Coffee shops in Terra Losa
Restaurants at Mayfield Common
Grocery stores near 107 Avenue and 142 Street
Anyone who works at a business in those areas is encouraged to look closely at her photograph and description.
Residents and businesses with security cameras or doorbell footage from Monday afternoon may also have information that could help investigators.
What to do if you see Cathie Scott
Anyone who sees Scott or has information about her whereabouts should contact the Edmonton Police Service at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone.
If she appears confused or disoriented, approach calmly, speak clearly and avoid startling her.
If it is safe to do so, remain nearby while contacting police.
Do not physically restrain her.
If she appears to be in immediate danger or requires urgent medical attention, call 911.
Even if you believe you saw Scott earlier in the day, police may be able to use that information to establish her movements.
Try to remember the location and approximate time.
What to do if an older family member goes missing
There is no mandatory waiting period before reporting a missing person to police in Canada.
If an older family member disappears, particularly someone with dementia or other medical needs, contact police immediately.
When making a report, it helps to provide a recent photograph, a physical description, the clothing the person was wearing and the time and location they were last seen.
Information about familiar destinations, medications, medical needs and any vehicle they may be using can also help.
In Edmonton, the police non-emergency number is 780-423-4567. Call 911 if there is an immediate emergency.
This story will be updated as Edmonton police release further information.
Sources
Police seek assistance locating missing 83-year-old woman, Edmonton Police Service, October 12, 2026
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