British Columbia
New Kamloops police chief wants to see community court in city - Kamloops News - Castanet.net
Kamloops' new police chief says he is a “strong proponent” for implementing a community court, an initiative also championed by his predecessor Syd Lecky.
Alberta
Sister alleges ‘gross negligence’ behind fatal police shooting of Edmonton bystander | The Star
EDMONTON - A woman says her brother was sitting by his TV in his basement suite last February when he was killed by a stray police bullet, calling it ...
Coun. Carra resigns from Calgary Police Commission as assault investigation continues - Calgary | Globalnews.ca
Saskatchewan
New marshals service in Sask. will have 70 officers by 2026 at cost of $20M annually | CBC News
The Saskatchewan government announced it will commit $20 million annually to a new marshals service after question period Thursday.
Saskatoon police reviewing video that shows officer punching suspect during arrest | CBC News
The Saskatoon Police Service says it is reviewing a cellphone video of an officer chasing, tackling and punching a suspect on Nov. 1.
First Nations leaders question new Sask. marshals service amid calls for better policing | CBC News
First Nation leaders called for support in a news conference where they discussed the province's new marshals service and what role that would play in helping police communities.
Manitoba
Former Winnipeg police chief Devon Clunis joins province | CTV News
The Manitoba government is hiring a former Winnipeg police chief to help develop new public safety training across the province.
Ontario
‘The best of the best’: Peel police chief appointed to Order of Ontario
The head of Peel Regional Police has been given the province’s highest civilian honour.
Orillia Police Services Board sends 'status quo' 2023 budget to new council, SCRAM rebates revived
Staff recommended 2.9 per cent hike based on inflation outlook
Ford told Trudeau that Ottawa police, mayor 'mismanaged' convoy protest and Windsor a priority, inquiry hears | CBC News
Ontario Premier Doug Ford told Prime Minister Justin Trudeau he felt Ottawa police and the mayor mismanaged the Freedom Convoy protest and reopening the Ambassador Bridge in Windsor was the priority, according to evidence presented Tuesday at the Emergencies Act inquiry.
Ottawa police confirm internal investigation involving convoy report author | CBC News
Sgt. Chris Kiez, who prepared an intelligence assessment for the Ottawa Police Service, is now under scrutiny for earlier social media posts.
Windsor border blockade 'priority' for province and OPP over Ottawa, police commander was told | Windsor Star
PROVINCE RE-APPOINTS DAVE EKE TO NIAGARA POLICE SERVICES BOARD - Niagara Regional Police Service
Notification of Re-appointment for Dave Eke to the Niagara Police Services Board by the Province
Stu Betts resigns from London Police Service | CTV News
London’s Deputy Police Chief has announced his resignation. A release from the Police Services Board said Stu Betts has been appointed Chief of Police of the Peterborough Police Service.
Sudbury Police gathering community input to set future priorities | CBC News
Greater Sudbury Police and its services board are hearing from community groups and individuals this week. They're holding virtual community safety consultation sessions to gather feedback. The input will be used to help set priorities within the next strategic plan.
BlackburnNews.com - WPS completes equity, diversity, and inclusivity recommendations
The Windsor Police Service has completed all 37 recommendations from the Ontario Civilian Police Commission to improve inclusivity and diversity within the force.
Jury recommends anti-racism training for police after Indigenous men's custody deaths | CP24.com
Thunder Bay police and paramedics should receive mandatory, ongoing training on anti-Indigenous racism, unconscious bias and the history of colonization, an inquest jury recommended Friday after examining the police custody deaths of two First Nations men.
Ottawa police launch internal probe into allegations police leaked information to protesters | CTV News
The Ottawa Police Service has launched an internal investigation into allegations police provided 'Freedom Convoy' protesters a "steady stream" of information.
Why Toronto police are involved with more mental illness cases | The Star
Both police and mental health experts agree that “apprehensions” by officers aren’t an ideal way to respond to people in crisis, yet
Disgraced police officer appeals order to resign or be fired - Guelph News
Const. Corey McArthur asks the Ontario Civilian Police Commission to review sentence for 2016 attack on teenager handcuffed to hospital bed
Verdict delivered in Thunder Bay inquest into deaths of Indigenous men in police custody
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Quebec
Black man handcuffed after car Montreal police thought was stolen ended up being his | CBC News
Brice Dossa, a Black man living in Montreal, said he was "humiliated" and discriminated against after police officers handcuffed him for the theft of a car that ended up being his, and then didn't have the key to uncuff him. Montreal police say they're opening an administrative investigation.
Nova Scotia
Halifax police board: slow rolling defunding recommendations, new budget process, confidence in chief - Halifax Examiner
N.S. shooting: Blair says he 'did not ask' RCMP to release gun information | CTV News
Emergency Preparedness Minister Bill Blair is sticking to his stance that he did not interfere in a police investigation into the Nova Scotia mass shooting of April 2020.
Police chief non-confidence vote should be handled internally: Lindell Smith - CityNews Halifax
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Police board chair says Halifax council responsible for responding to union concerns about chief of police | CBC News
Intervening in the matter of a recent union non-confidence vote in the police chief calling for his resignation is up Halifax council, not the board , according to board chair Lindell Smith.
'Nobody intervened': Portapique resident dies after speaking out about mental health issues | CBC News
A resident of Portapique, N.S., who survived the mass shooting that began in the small community in April 2020 has died suddenly after years of 'hell' trying to move away from the area where many of his friends and neighbours were killed.
A legacy for Adam: N.S. dad works with Halifax police to implement better autism awareness | CBC News
Halifax Regional Police have updated their awareness training for officers working with people with autism spectrum disorder — thanks to the devotion of a father who wants to keep his son's legacy alive.
Halifax police union passes no-confidence vote on chief, union president calls for resignation | CBC News
A majority of union members voted they have no confidence in Chief Dan Kinsella. The president of the Halifax Regional Police Association is calling on Kinsella to resign.
National
Convoy got ‘steady stream’ of leaked information from police, security officials: lawyer - National | Globalnews.ca
Opinion: Why does RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki still have her job? - The Globe and Mail
Despite her sullied reputation, Commissioner Lucki is simply too useful – just not in ways that benefit the public
RCMP changed federal ministers' security a week before convoy protests arrived, Emergencies Act inquiry hears | CBC News
The RCMP changed its security plans for federal cabinet ministers a week before anti-vaccine mandate protesters rolled into Ottawa last winter and feared the event "could become a flashpoint for violence," says a report entered into evidence before the Emergencies Act inquiry.
Chief backs call for Indigenous representation on proposed RCMP, CBSA watchdog | CBC News
A grand chief in B.C. says he backs one MP's push for a proposed federal law enforcement watchdog to include Indigenous people as both decision-makers and complaints investigators.
A First Nations man reported a police officer abandoned him in a remote location. First Nations leaders want answers — and accountability | Canada's National Observer: News & Analysis
An Ontario Provincial Police officer who is the subject of at least three serious complaints by First Nations leaders has not been formally held accountable for her actions or charged with a criminal offence, Canada's National Observer has found.
Former Mountie tasked with protecting Trudeau may have leaked PM's schedule: police report | CBC News
A former member of Justin Trudeau's security team may have leaked the prime minister's schedule, according to an intelligence document tabled before the inquiry investigating the federal government's use of the Emergencies Act last winter.
Inside allegations of misconduct and cover-up at the RCMP | The Star
The officer, now retired, previously denied any misconduct. He did not respond to the Star’s questions about the alleged tapes.
International
$1.94B Budget for Chicago Police Not Being Used ‘Effectively or Equitably:’ Commission | Chicago News | WTTW
The 16-page report was the first action of the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability after it finally launched at the end of August, more than eight months behind schedule. A final vote by the Chicago City Council on Lightfoot’s $16.4 billion plan is scheduled for Monday.
South Korea’s President Vows Justice, Police Reforms Over Halloween Crush Tragedy
South Korea's president has apologized for the Halloween crowd surge, pledging to hold to account officials who failed to respond and make police reform.