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Mental health centre to be built in Ontario for first responders

A few weeks ago, dangerous thoughts raced through Kevin Doherty’s mind. The district chief with Toronto Fire was off work after getting his hip replaced and pain reverberated through his body.


Rethinking police control tactics

Now more than ever, public attention is being drawn to police use of force. High profile instances of officers using force have plagued our society, escalating tension and distrust between the public and law enforcement.


Ottawa interim police chief vows ‘systemic change’ in wake of convoy protest

Ottawa’s interim police chief Steve Bell promised to rebuild the community’s trust in the municipal force following the protest that filled the capital’s streets with honking, diesel fumes and roadblocks for more than three weeks.
 
Podcast 
 

Blue Line, The Podcast: Finding your passion with Ret. Digital Forensic Investigator Ryan Duquette

In this episode of Blue Line, The Podcast, editor Brittani Schroeder spoke with Ryan Duquette about his career with Peel Regional Police, his move into the private sector and the importance of finding your passion, no matter where you work. » Listen now
 
HEADLINES 
 

First Mounties to respond to N.S. mass shooting willing to testify at inquiry

The first three Mounties to respond to the 2020 Nova Scotia mass shooting told a public inquiry last year they’d be willing to testify, though lawyers for the RCMP have recently resisted having them take the stand. » Read now

Top tips for writing a ticket

Let’s face it; even for the most experienced officer, the process of writing someone a ticket can instill a certain degree of stress. There is always that looming uncertainty as to whether the would-be defendant may go ‘off-side’ at any moment. » Read now

Middlesex OPP get funding to double support workers during mental health calls

With nearly $93,000 in new provincial funding, Middlesex OPP plan to expand their crisis support team to help with an increasing number of mental health and addiction calls. » Read now
 
Events 
 

2022 Police Leadership Conference

Location: Vancouver, B.C.
Date: April 3 – 5, 2022
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Blue Line Expo International 2022

Location: Virtual
Date: April 28, 2022
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Law of Policing Conference, Eastern Edition

Location: Toronto, Ont.
Date: May 4 – 5, 2022
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Security • Police • Fire Career Expo

Location: Vaughan, Ont.
Date: May 10, 2022
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