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Canada’s first-responder network wins top international award

Canada’s communications network for First Responders continues to attract international acclaim. This week, the PSBN Innovation Alliance (PIA) was recognized at the prestigious International Critical Communications Awards (ICCAs) for Best Government Authority Collaboration.


RCMP reform would prevent political interference, criminologists say

An Ottawa criminologist says questions about whether political pressure was placed on the RCMP commissioner in the Nova Scotia shooting investigation illustrate why Brenda Lucki should not report to the public safety minister.


New Prince Albert Police Service Women’s Commission holds first meeting

The Prince Albert Police Service welcomed 14 representatives to the new Women’s Commission during their first meeting on Thursday morning.
 
 
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Fraud in the 2020s: It’s all about connectivity and data

Police agencies have come a long way when it comes to financial crime investigation and the importance put on these cases. Although not necessarily considered a “top five” job to most officers, its importance is starting to show in almost every investigation. » Read now
 
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For details, sign up for a free online program info session on July 14. » Learn more
 
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Thunder Bay police chief charged with misconduct, announces plan to retire

The Ontario Civilian Police Commission says the chief of the Thunder Bay Police Service will face a hearing on three counts of alleged misconduct under the Police Services Act. » Read now

Ontario law doesn’t prevent police from using race based data to assess officers: IPC

Ontario’s privacy commissioner says the law requiring police services to collect race-based data does not prevent them from using that information to assess and discipline individual officers. » Read now

Prime Minister Trudeau says he still has confidence in RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed confidence in RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki Thursday but left it to her to defend allegations she put undue pressure on Nova Scotia RCMP to release details about the shooting spree that killed 22 people in April 2020. » Read now
 
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Events 
 

117th CACP Annual Conference

Location: Quebec City, Que.
Date: August 7 – 9, 2022
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139th Toronto Police Games

Location: Toronto, Ont.
Date: Sept. 10, 2022
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59th IAWP Annual Training Conference

Location: Niagara Falls, Ont.
Date: Sept. 12 – 16, 2022
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