A new level of for front-line officers and investigators operational awareness to access the information they need and public safety is regarding offenders who are out on coming to policing in bail for firearms-related offences. Ontario with the rollout of the Provincial Bail Compliance This situational awareness and Dashboard (PBCD). Originally designed investigative tool is now available for and built by the Toronto Police Service all Ontario police services who wish (TPS),

Mental health and well-being are fundamental to the overall health of police officers and civilian members. By strategically prioritizing well-being, police services can support a healthy workforce from “hire to retire.” Improving police wellbeing starts with the development and delivery of a data-driven wellbeing strategy. The process of building a well-being strategy can be daunting, but by following a few simple steps, organizations can ensure their strategies are effectiv

As police leaders continuously strive to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of public safety within their communities, they are increasingly adopting new, innovative, data-driven approaches that not only solve crime but aim to prevent it before it occurs.

Ontario police services are tasked with a growing array of responsibilities today, many of which officers likely never anticipated would be a major part of their job. The police’s role in responding to Canada’s homelessness and toxic drug crises and, more specifically, the proliferation of homeless encampments or “tent cities” has emerged as a major new challenge for today’s police professionals

Futureproofing our Police Organizations: A Leader’s Privilege and Responsibility

Starting a new career is always an exciting decision, but when it is driven by passion and a desire to help others, it becomes something truly meaningful. If you have ever dreamed about making a difference in your community, now is the perfect time to take that first step.

Celebrating 25 Years of Transformative Police Leadership: The OACP and Rotman School’s Enduring Partnership

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Hate crimes have been on the rise in recent years, fueling widespread concern about their impact on individuals, communities, and social standards. These offenses, which often target individuals or groups based on race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics, are distinct from acts of terrorism, even though they may share similar elements of violence and intimidation.

Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) technology is a transformative innovation for policing, helping to track stolen vehicles, locate missing persons, and enforce driving laws. But as its use expands to include other purposes, so does the responsibility to ensure ALPR programs are well-managed, privacy-protective, and trusted by the public.

As someone who has worked closely with many police officers for more than two decades and spent five years engaged in doctoral research on what makes police officers “tick,” I have often found that officers find it difficult to talk about personal mental health and addiction issues. I attribute much of that to the deeply engrained police culture that demands “toughness” in the face of what cops deal with “on the job”.

Shiftwork makes people tired in a way that few things can. Police members and other first responders, who work to promote the safety and well-being of those around them, are well aware of this. However, physical exhaustion is not the only type of fatigue. The emotional load of seeing and experiencing tragedies repeatedly can have long term impacts, including on the ability to feel compassionate.