In this episode of Blue Line, The Podcast, editor Brittani Schroeder was joined by Dwayne Zacharie, Chief Peacekeeper of the Kahnawake Mohawk Peacekeepers in Quebec. The two discussed the unique challenges and triumphs of First Nations policing in Canada.

Zacharie highlighted the importance of community connection and culturally appropriate policing, emphasizing the need for increased resources and recognition as an essential service. The interview also addressed a landmark Supreme Court of Canada decision regarding equitable funding for First Nations police services, underscoring the ongoing struggle for fair resource allocation and the vital role of First Nations policing in Canada’s national security.