Canoeists came across a body in the North Saskatchewan River about 10 kilometres north of the Paynton Ferry crossing Thursday.
Maidstone RCMP responded to the call about the discovery at about 2:10 p.m.
Detachment members continue to investigate and are working in conjunction with RCMP Major Crimes North and Office of the Chief Coroner, to positively identify the remains.
Maidstone RCMP emphasize the identity of theremains located is not yet known. An autopsy is the first step in the identification process.
