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The session drew an engaged international audience eager to learn about how Ontario’s system has transformed the early stages of police hiring. Paul, Jeff, and Laura shared data, statistics, and firsthand experiences illustrating the measurable success of the updated process. The discussion highlighted increased applicant completion rates, improved accessibility, and a broader, more diverse pool of qualified candidates entering the profession. Testimonies from recruiters and applicants alike underscored how the new system is more transparent, user-friendly, and equitable, ensuring that candidates are assessed fairly and consistently across all participating police services.
Dr. Johnson outlined the scientific foundation behind the assessment tools developed by Sigma Assessment Systems, emphasizing its fairness, reliability, and predictive value in identifying candidates best suited for policing. Jeff McGuire shared insights from TNT Justice Consultants on implementation and stakeholder engagement, while Paul Pedersen connected these advancements to the OACP’s broader mission: fostering ethical, inclusive, and professional policing in Ontario. Collectively, their message reinforced the importance of aligning recruitment standards with the values of diversity, accountability, and community trust.
The presentation resonated deeply with attendees, sparking meaningful discussion among police executives from multiple jurisdictions. Many expressed admirations for Ontario’s collaborative model, one that integrates research, operational insight, and policy leadership. This forward-thinking approach demonstrates how partnerships between the OACP, TNT Justice Consultants, and Sigma Assessment Systems can yield tangible improvements that benefit both applicants and police services.
Representing Ontario on the global stage was both a success and a privilege. The OACP, along with its partners, was honored to showcase how innovation in recruitment can strengthen not only the policing profession but also the communities it serves. The presentation in Denver reaffirmed an important truth: when evidence, experience, and collaboration come together, they pave the way for a more inclusive and effective future in policing.
Congratulations to Paul, Jeff and Laura for their outstanding performance!
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Guardrails for Investigative Genetic Genealogy
Investigative genetic genealogy (IGG) is solving crimes that once seemed unsolvable. This new investigative technique can provide long-awaited answers to victims and families. It can enhance public safety, hold offenders to account for serious crimes, and in some cases, exonerate the wrongfully convicted.
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The Ethical Integration of AI in Policing
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming numerous sectors, and policing is no exception. As technology advances, police organizations are increasingly adopting AI to enhance decision-making processes and improve crime prevention efforts.
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Answer the Call: A New Pathway to Policing to Ontario
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.
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Celebrating 25 Years of Transformative Police Leadership:
Celebrating 25 Years of Transformative Police Leadership: The OACP and Rotman School’s Enduring Partnership
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Licence Plate Recognition:
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.
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What We Can Learn in Policing from Wildfires
I had trouble figuring out where to begin this year’s renewed version of the Police Leadership Program. The challenge was too many options. The leadership issues in policing today range all the way, for example, from community mental health to organizational budgeting to technical skill development.
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The Complexity of Police Leadership
Yet leadership effectiveness is, simply put, about people understanding people. It is a skillset that can be learned, and that depends quite simply on leaders investing in themselves. With social-scientific discoveries, self-awareness, and powers of observation and communication, leaders can pull others together around a common goal. Among others, the below three skill sets help to get you there:
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Countering Incivility, Harassment, and Discrimination in Policing
Creating a workplace environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from harassment and discrimination is an ongoing priority for ontario police services. However, services face systemic challenges in their efforts to prevent these negative behaviours, effectively address them, and change their culture.
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The Leadership Imperative: Leader development in Ontario
Modern policing is complex. Whether mediating a dispute or managing a crisis, it’s a job that not only requires a deep understanding of the law and society, but also the ability to lead with confidence and compassion.
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THE FUTURE OF LEADERSHIP IN POLICING
Under the leadership of Chief Jim MacSween, the executive leadership team at York Regional Police (YRP) established a mission to re-imagine leadership development within the organization. YRP knew that standardizing leadership principles and delivering them to all ranks of the organization would enrich the development of ethical and professional leaders.
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Connect, Lead, Inspire
As policing leaders, there are key elements to consider when it comes to developing outstanding organizations. Opening conference keynote presenter Tanya McCready of the Winterdance Dogsled Tour and author of Journey of 1000 Miles opened the conference with a timely message: time, dedication, trust, and practice are key elements to leadership, as well as ensuring that leaders know their team and where they thrive best.
