Lighting the Fire Within 2026 Gathering
This year’s gathering focuses on community safety through a cultural, trauma-informed lens, with a heavy emphasis on first responder mental health and wellness. We are incredibly honored to bring in renowned advocates and trainers, including Elizabeth Smart, MMIWG2S+ advocate Fallon Farinacci, and law enforcement suicide prevention trainer Chris Prochut.
Event Details:
Date: September 14th–15th, 2026 Location: Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto (Downtown)
British Columbia
Victoria police chief recognized nationally for leadership | Fort St. James Caledonia Courier
Police chief Fiona Wilson was also named one of B.C.’s Women of the Year in May
Alberta
‘Brutal failure’: Edmonton police, outreach workers seeing rise in youth violence
Those working to keep youth away from violence in Edmonton say two recent homicides are a tragic reminder of their work. Earlier this month, a 12-year-old boy was found killed north of the city. And early Sunday morning, a 16-year-old girl was shot and killed in northeast Edmonton. “Obviously, the youth violence problem in our […]
Saskatchewan
Vincent Lee Tuckanow death inquest scheduled for Sept.
A death inquest for a man who passed away in a cell at the Regina Police Service (RPS) headquarters is slated to begin next month.
Saskatchewan pauses Marshals Service specialized response unit, tactical equipment purchase - WestCentralOnline: West Central Saskatchewan's latest news, sports, weather, community events.
Regina police seize $500K in fentanyl, lay first-ever production charges - SaskToday.ca
A Canada-wide warrants has been issued for 22 year-old Cassidy Marie Arsenault.
Regina police seize $500K in fentanyl, lay first-ever production charges - SaskToday.ca
A Canada-wide warrants has been issued for 22 year-old Cassidy Marie Arsenault.
NDP questions Marshals Service recruitment and mandate | 620 CKRM - The Voice of Saskatchewan | Harvard Media
Ontario
Fraudsters impersonating Ontario police in caller ID scam
Ontario Provincial Police are warning residents about a phone scam where fraudsters impersonate OPP officers using spoofing technology to steal personal information. Here’s what to watch for and how to protect yourself.
Peel police sign ‘first-of-its-kind’ deal to implement anti-racism policies - Toronto | Globalnews.ca
The deal dates back to 2020 when the parties signed a Memorandum of Understanding to undertake work aimed at addressing racism and advancing equitable policing in Peel Region.
Ontario takes millions from criminal proceeds for 2026-28 Civil Remedies Grant Program | Law Times
Up to $200,000 will be allocated to each of the 26 selected projects over two years
Advocates reject police board motion for involuntary care
Sudbury advocates are pushing back against a police board motion for involuntary addiction and mental-health care. Mayor Paul Lefebvre is urging the province to review the Mental Health Act, arguing that leaving people on the streets is inhumane.
Chief of police concerned on the number of officer assaults
Thunder Bay Police Service Chief Darcy Fleury says he is concerned over the number of recent assaults against members of his force.
London police Taser use continues to increase as use of force figures hold steady overall | CBC News
Hamilton police superintendent Robin Abbott promoted to deputy chief - FlamboroughToday.com
The 27-year veteran will take over the role on Sept. 27, will oversee support operations including crisis response, traffic safety, emergency services and facilities
Quebec
Montréal announces new police powers, ongoing inactivity on racial profiling, and more surveillance - CCLA
Announced Montréal police package combines ongoing inactivity on long-standing systemic racism with new police powers that will compound existing problems.
Montreal police to wear body cameras
Montreal Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada says police in the city will soon be equipped with body cameras and new powers to do their job.
Montreal police racism allegations: Officer suspended
A fourth officer has been suspended as part of an investigation into allegations of racism at Station 39 in the Montreal North borough, according to the Montreal Police.
Montreal police officers could start wearing body cameras within the next year, mayor says | CBC News
National
Fady Dagher, chief of Montreal police, elected president of the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police - L'Orient Today
BEIRUT — Fady Dagher, the Lebanese-Canadian who has been at the head of the Montreal police service for three years, was elected Tuesday as president of the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police...
International
Two Sikh activists warned by RCMP of threat for trying to create independent state in India - The Globe and Mail
Police have issued the notices to Inderjeet Singh Gosal and Manjinder Singh, telling them there are credible, serious and imminent threats against their lives