
So grateful to our incredible sponsors for their generous support. Thank you for empowering this year’s conference to reach even greater heights!
Victoria and Esquimalt Police Board – Host Sponsorship – $20,000
York Regional Police Services Board – Champion Sponsor – $10,000
Halton Police Board – Advocate Sponsor – $5,000
Toronto Police Services Board – Advocate Sponsor – $5,000
Kennebecasis Regional Joint Board of Police Commissioners – Cultivator & Friend Sponsor – $3,500
CARFAX For Police – Cultivator & Exhibitor Sponsor – $3,100
Coalition for Canadian Police Reform – Exhibitor Sponsor – $1,100
Regina Board of Police Commissioners – Friend Sponsor – $1,000
Guelph Police Services Board – Friend Sponsor – $1,000
Regional Municipality of Niagara Police Service Board – Friend Sponsor – $1,000
Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners – Friend Sponsor – $1,000
Alberta Association of Police Governance – Friend Sponsor – $1,000
Durham Regional Police Service Board – Friend Sponsor – $1,000
Ottawa Police Services Board – Friend Sponsor – $1,000
Port Moody Police Board – Coffee Break Sponsor – $850
Greater Sudbury Police Services Board – Peer Sponsor – $500

Join us June 19th for our webinar: No More Shelfware: The Boards Role in a Police Strategic Plan That Actually Works with Neil Dubord – Dubord Consulting
For organizations navigating complex challenges in governance, leadership, and strategic direction, Neil Dubord offers unparalleled expertise forged over thirty-five years in high-stakes public safety leadership. His experience at the executive level – including roles as Chief of the Delta Police Department, Chief of the Metro Vancouver Transit Police, and Deputy Chief of the Edmonton Police Service – demanded exceptional skill in strategic planning, crisis management, stakeholder engagement, and fostering organizational resilience. These are the same skills he now leverages directly to benefit his consulting clients across various sectors. Leading large, multifaceted organizations through intense public scrutiny and periods of significant change provides Neil with a unique perspective on the pressures faced by modern leaders. Clients gain access to insights from a recognized thought leader who contributes to national and international discussions on effective governance, incident command, crisis management, and building public trust. Neil’s keynotes at major conferences and publications in prominent journals translate complex leadership principles into actionable strategies. This practical experience is underpinned by rigorous academic knowledge, including a Doctor of Business Management (Ph.D.) and a master’s in leadership and training, complemented by specialized certifications from prestigious institutions like the FBI National Academy and the University of Virginia, covering areas such as human resources, cybersecurity, and financial crime. This unique blend ensures solutions are both grounded in real-world effectiveness and informed by strategic theory.
Neil’s contributions have been recognized at the highest levels, validating his expertise. He is an Officer of the Police Order of Merit appointed by the Governor General of Canada and a recipient of the King Charles III Coronation Medal, the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal, and multiple Police Exemplary Service Medals.
Through Dubord Consulting, Neil partners directly with organizations like yours to enhance effectiveness and achieve strategic goals. You receive tailored guidance in governance, leadership, and strategic planning, specifically designed to address your unique challenges. Leveraging Neil Dubord’s comprehensive understanding of organizational dynamics – honed through decades of executive leadership and advanced study – the firm emphasizes collaborative strategy development and effective leadership practices. The goal is to provide you with actionable solutions that drive sustainable growth, foster resilience, and ensure your organization can adapt and thrive in an ever-evolving landscape. Partner with Dubord Consulting to navigate complexity with confidence and build a stronger foundation for future success.
Neil and his wife of 40 years live with their beloved dog, enjoying a life grounded in family, service and integrity.
British Columbia

Family of B.C. Mountie who took own life angry officer she was involved with now with SPS - BC | Globalnews.ca
Jasmine Thiara died by suicide on Richmond’s Moray Bridge on Feb. 21, 2021, shortly after texting a colleague that she was being bullied by a senior Mountie she was involved with.
Abbotsford groups get $180K to improve community safety - The Abbotsford News
Violent crimes in Abbotsford have increased by more than 60 per cent in the past decade
Manitoba

Police board chair points to growing meth problem for jump in officers’ stun-gun use – Winnipeg Free Press
Winnipeg Police Service officers used stun guns more often last year, a trend some have linked to increased meth use in the community. However, one of several annual policing updates finds overall use...

Winnipeg police use of force reports, calls for service rose in 2024: report
Winnipeg police officers reported more incidents involving use of force last year, along with an increase in calls for service compared to the five-year average.
Ontario
Officers involved in fatal shooting of Hamilton man used reasonable force, watchdog says - The Globe and Mail
SUI director says he has determined there are no reasonable grounds to believe the officers who opened fire on the 43-year-old committed a criminal offence

Junior police chiefs join the Waterloo Regional Police Service for a day – CTVNews
It’s not often that rookies get to call the shots, but three of them have been catapulted up the ranks of the Waterloo Regional Police Service.
Sexual assault survivors calling on Ontario to lift policy that limits access to community justice programs | CBC News
Nova Scotia

Halifax police board calls for strict armoured vehicle policy
The Halifax Board of Police Commissioners wants a strict policy for the incoming armoured rescue vehicle.
Newfoundland and Labrador
National
The proposed Strong Borders Act gives police new invasive search powers that may breach Charter rights
The Canadian government’s proposed Strong Borders Act appears to be in response to calls for Canada to beef up its borders with the United States.

'Uphill battle': Criminal Code must include definition for femicide, advocates say
As police in Ontario increasingly investigate killings of women and girls as femicides, advocates say a firm definition of the term must be embedded in the Criminal Code.

RCMP memory key: Details of witnesses, informants being sold
The federal privacy watchdog says the RCMP lost a memory key containing personal information about victims, witnesses and informants, and later learned it was being offered for sale by criminals.

Public safety minister asks officials to ‘screen’ him from conflict of interest - National | Globalnews.ca
Gary Anandasangaree said he wanted to ensure there was 'no perception' of conflict surrounding his handling of 'national security issues relating to the Tamil community.'