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Siksika Nation in southern Alberta to take over RCMP duties with own police service

The Siksika Nation has reached a deal with the provincial and federal governments to reinstate the First Nation’s self-administered police service after 20 years.


Rain doesn’t stop First Responders Appreciation Day

First responders were celebrated in Grande Prairie on Saturday, with 101 Avenue blocked off to showcase their equipment and people in demonstrations for the public.


Spouse of gunman who killed 22 Nova Scotians calls for policing reforms at inquiry

The spouse of the gunman who killed 22 Nova Scotians in the 2020 mass shooting is calling for improved police training and handling of domestic violence.
 
 
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The birth of a police department: How the new Surrey Police Service is investing in its community

In late 2018, the City of Surrey, B.C., embarked on a large-scale, historic policing transition away from the RCMP contract service and toward its own municipal police department. After its establishment in August 2020, the newly formed Surrey Police Service (SPS) was tasked with its first hire, the chief. In the fall of 2021, Chief Constable Norm Lipinski took the helm. By Brittani Schroeder. » Read now
 
 
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New deputy police chief announced at York Regional Police

With decades of service under his belt, York Regional Police’s (YRP) newly appointed deputy chief is eager to continue his efforts toward the safety and wellbeing of the community and his fellow officers. » Read now

Feds stop short of mandatory national crime gun tracing, citing provincial control

Federal agencies are trying to boost efforts to trace the origins of guns used in crimes, but it appears jurisdictional hurdles could prevent the measures from going as far as some would like. » Read now

Woodstock’s mayor, police helping women ‘Take Back the Night’

“We march as women, refusing to be silent about sexual violence,” said Manon Albert, chair of River Valley Caring Communities Committee, before setting out in the 11th annual Take Back The Night march along Woodstock’s Main Street on Friday, Sept. 16. » Read now
 
 
Events 
 

25th Annual Fraud & Anti-Counterfeiting Conference

Location: Toronto, Ont.
Date: Oct. 12 – 14, 2022
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IACP 2022

Location: Dallas, Texas
Date: Oct. 15 – 18, 2022
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OACP & Blue Line Expo

Location: Vaughan, Ont.
Date: Oct. 21, 2022
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C.A.P.E. 2022 Fall Conference

Location: Niagara Falls, Ont.
Date: Oct. 25 – 2, 2022
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