Building Bridges - Evidence-Based Policing Conference
The Barrie Police Service is excited to be a part of Canada’s first in-person Evidence-Based Policing Conference – Building Bridges at Blue. Co-presented by the Barrie Police Service, Durham Regional Police Service and the Canadian Society of Evidence-Based Policing (CANSEBP), Building Bridges at Blue is a unique opportunity to share relevant, innovative, and evidence-based research with actionable outcomes.
Hear from leading academics, police organizations and pracademics including Dr. Cynthia Lum! This conference will be packed with inspirational examples of real-world implementation of evidence-based strategies that can positively impact community safety and well-being in your community. After these engaging presentations, you’ll leave saying “we could do that!” as you bring back fully operationalized solutions to your organization.
The event agenda will explore topics such as: Change Management, Recruitment & Retention, Police Operations, Resilience & Wellness, Innovation & Future of Policing, Police Legitimacy, And More!
Even better? This conference is hosted at the beautiful Blue Mountain Village Conference Centre in the heart of the Village at Blue. Registration is just $289 (+HST) per person and includes breakfast, lunch and breaks. Register today and make sure you have a seat at the table for this one-of-a-kind evidence-based policing opportunity:
https://www.barriepolice.ca/buildingbridges/
British Columbia
DTES groups announce community-led police oversight project in Vancouver | CTV News
Two community groups in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside have announced a new police oversight project aimed at documenting troubling interactions with law enforcement in the impoverished neighbourhood.
B.C. premier wants to better understand bail reform failing in woman’s murder - The Globe and Mail
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Family demands review of alleged killer's release before attack | CBC News
The family of a Surrey, B.C., woman who was killed last month during what they believe was a home invasion is calling for a review of legal decisions that led to her suspected killer being released into the community despite having committed a series of offences.
Surrey Police deal announced by B.C. Public Safety minister | Watch News Videos Online
Watch Surrey Police deal announced by B.C. Public Safety minister Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca
BC government confirms $250M to City of Surrey for police transition | Urbanized
The BC government and City of Surrey have finally reached an agreement to complete the transition to the Surrey Police Service.
Families of Indigenous people killed by police call for B.C. public inquiry - Agassiz-Harrison Observer
Monday marks the 3rd anniversary of the death of Jared Lowndes
BREAKING: Province, Surrey reach deal on policing transition - Clearwater Times
Province will provide $30 million yearly to assist with transition costs until 2029
Alberta
Hells Angels to open Lethbridge chapter | CTV News
Multiple police agencies are working on a co-ordinated response to a gathering in Lethbridge this weekend to mark the establishment of a new Hells Angels chapter in the city.
Saskatchewan
Regina police aim to improve community engagement with once-a-month patrols | CBC News
The Regina Police Service is going to send more than 80 officers out to walk the streets to improve community engagement — for one day once a month.
MJPS can transfer $307K between accounts to cover 2023 deficit, council says - MooseJawToday.com
Members of the police service spoke during the July 8 regular meeting and asked that councillors approve the transfer of $307,681 from the police service building renovation fund to the police service accumulated surplus account.
Manitoba
Winnipeg police told families it wasn’t feasible to search
Winnipeg police told families they wouldn't search landfill for victims' remains
Province promises $1.5M funding boost for downtown Winnipeg safety patrols, sobering centre | CBC News
Manitoba's provincial government rolled out funding Tuesday for a plan it says will help improve public safety in Winnipeg's downtown through the summer, while also offering an immediate emergency response plan to help those struggling with addiction and mental health challenges.
Kyle Mason resigns from Winnipeg Police Board | CTV News
A member of the police board is resigning, and a motion brought forward Wednesday about the resignation is being rewritten, Winnipeg’s mayor confirms.
Ontario
$2M of taxpayer money already spent investigating alleged Durham police corruption | CBC News
After five years of legal jousting between publicly funded agencies, the police inquiry into the Durham Regional Police Service has no end in sight and questions are now being raised about whether there will ever be clear answers.
Smiths Falls swears in 1st female police chief | CBC News
With a three-year tenure as chief ahead of her, Jodi Empey is reflecting on the changes she’s seen within the eastern Ontario community, and focusing on her own vision for the police service.
Hate-motivated incidents targeting Jewish and Muslim groups on the rise, Ottawa police
The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) has releases data of reported hate and bias motivated incidents so far this year, between January and June 2024. According to OPS stats, there have been a total of 225 reported hate-motivated incidents year to date (YTD). Of those, 174 were criminal and 51 deemed hate-motivated but not criminal in […]
Susan Stevenson cautioned by police tribunal | CTV News
The official findings of an independent tribunal of allegations of code of conduct violations for London Police Services Board member Coun. Susan Stevenson were made public this week.
Ottawa police open new storefront office in downtown core amid concerns over crime and safety - The Globe and Mail
Police plan to use the centre to meet with the city’s paramedic service and transit constables, as part of a wider scheme that also includes increased foot, bicycle and vehicle patrols
Barrie opioid crisis prompts police chief to call for increased patrols | CTV News
Substance abuse in Barrie will be at the centre of discussion at the next Barrie Police Service Board meeting later this month.
Windsor police launch new online hate-crime reporting tool | CBC News
Windsor police are launching a new online tool for reporting hate crimes, the service announced Monday, after receiving more than 30 reports of hate-motivated incidents last year.
London police charged $130 for crime stats that 3 other forces gave for free. CBC News asks why | CBC News
London police say they’re working to improve community trust and transparency after refusing to disclose crime statistics that other police forces provided for free.
About half of opioids seized by London, Ont., police last year were prescribed Dilaudids | CBC News
Police in London, Ont., say roughly half of the opioids they seized last year were prescribed, indicating they're being diverted onto city streets.
The group that oversees and sets policy for Windsor police is expanding. Here's how to apply | CBC News
At the request of Windsor city council, the group that oversees and sets policies for Windsor's police service is going to add two new members.
Chiefs say First Nations have a ‘broken relationship’ with police in Ontario - Village Report
Shibogama First Nations Council calls for action in a joint statement on the shooting death of Bruce Frogg in a Kenora park
Kenora getting expert help in neighbourhood safety - NWONewsWatch.com
A consultant has been applying the principles of CPTED – crime prevention through environmental design – in the city's downtown.
Quebec
Montreal police dismantle pro-Palestinian encampment in city’s downtown | Globalnews.ca
A large police force entered the Victoria Square encampment just after 5:15 a.m. Friday. About a dozen protesters were on site when officers intervened.
Quebec, provincial police union reach 6-year contract deal, to be presented this week
QUEBEC CITY, Que. — The Quebec government and the association representing provincial police officers have reached a new agreement in principle on a six-year contract.
Quebec and provincial police announce new agreement | CTV News
The Quebec government and the Association des policières et policiers provinciaux du Québec (APPQ) have announced a new agreement in principle to renew the employment contract of police officers with the Sûreté du Québec (SQ).
Newfoundland and Labrador
N.L. news: Pro-Palestinian protestors return to Memorial University | CTV News
Protesters returned to Memorial University in St. John's, N.L., on Monday, days after police responded to a pro-Palestinian encampment on campus and charged three students.
National
Canada police charge Syrian returnee with terrorism offenses - Times of India
Rest of World News: Kimberly Polman, 51, charged by Canadian police with terrorism for allegedly joining ISIS in Syria in 2015. Facing two counts under Section 83 of the
AFN calls for federal government to recognize First Nations jurisdiction over policing | CBC News
The chiefs at the annual general assembly in Montreal adopted a resolution calling for Public Safety Canada to introduce federal legislation that recognizes "First Nations inherent, treaty and constitutional rights" over policing.
Conservatives push to recall public safety committee over homicides by people on bail | True North
The Conservatives are looking to bring the House of Commons public safety committee back early from its summer break over documents the Tories say reveal over 250 individuals were charged with homicide while out on bail in 2022.
International
N.Y.'s police reform results mixed - R Street Institute
But the executive order is not without its critics. Jillian Snider, a retired NYPD police officer who is an adjunct lecturer at John Jay College in the Law, Police Science and Criminal Justice Department, said Cuomo’s executive order should have set minimum standards and was a reaction to do something after Floyd’s death. “I don’t...
Majority of gold from Pearson heist likely in India or Dubai, police say | CP24.com
Police believe that the majority of gold stolen from Toronto Pearson International Airport in 2023 has been smuggled, sold and melted overseas.