Investigative genetic genealogy cracks case after 27 years
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Editor's Note 
 
I had the opportunity to catch up with Chief Mark Neufeld and talk about the changes to bail practices in Canada and the likelihood of people reoffending once they're back in the community. You can read our full conversation below!
- Brittani Schroeder, Editor
 
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Police charge man in 1998 killing of pregnant woman after identifying him using DNA

A man has been arrested and charged in the 1998 homicide of a 24-year-old pregnant woman in Toronto after police say they used investigative genetic genealogy to crack the cold case.


Police costs for Taylor Swift Vancouver concerts outweighed by economic impact: chief

Vancouver’s police chief says it cost $943,000 to police the three Taylor Swift concerts in the city, but that was much surpassed by the economic impact of her visit.


Edmonton police sergeant demoted to constable over sexual comments to gay officers

Ken Smith’s remarks were further aggravated after he showed no genuine remorse for how they might have affected the male officers and the broader LGBTQ+ community, Fred Kamins, a retired RCMP chief superintendent who presided over the hearing, said in a decision.


Delta Police Department recognized as one of British Columbia’s Top 100 Employers

The annual competition recognizes employers in B.C. that demonstrate exceptional workplaces, prioritize employee satisfaction and create environments that encourage professional growth.


 
 
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Q&A: Changes to bail practices with Chief Mark Neufeld, Calgary Police Service

In Aug. 2023, editor Brittani Schroeder and Calgary Police Service’s Chief Mark Neufeld sat down to discuss bail reform in Canada. In Dec. 2024, they met again to look at what changes had been implemented in the wake of Bill C-48. » Read now
 
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Dispatches: January/February 2025

Check out the latest list of recently promoted or retiring individuals in the Canadian law enforcement industry. » Read now
 
 
 
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Blue Line, The Podcast: What is moral injury, and how do we address it?

Moral injury is widely understudied, especially where it concerns first responders and veterans. Because of this, moral injury is seen differently by officers, leaders, and clinicians. In this episode of Blue Line, The Podcast, we discuss what changes need to be made in policing organizations to address moral injury. » Listen now

 
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The Police – Military Veterans Wellness Program: An update

There are over 649,300 military veterans in Canada, and some veterans have had difficulty readjusting once they leave the CAF. Transitioning to civilian life can be difficult but most will readjust without requiring assistance. Others have difficulties because they miss the exhilaration associated with a mission, feel a loss of order and structure the military provided them, feel a loss of identity and miss the camaraderie. » Read now

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Fallen first responders: How the Canada 911 Ride Foundation honours those we’ve lost

Jim Adamson was a police officer with the Toronto Police Service for 36 years. Over the course of his career, he saw many incidents that “most people should never see”. Within two years of beginning his policing career, he knew he wanted to find a way to give back to Canadian communities, because he saw it as an honour to serve them. » Read now

 
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CACP/BCACP Women in Policing Conference

Location: Vancouver, B.C.
Date: Mar. 2 - 4, 2025
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2025 AWIP ON Conference

Location: Ottawa, Ont.
Date: Mar. 4 - 7, 2025
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Security・Police・Fire Career Expo - Toronto

Location: Toronto, Ont.
Date: Mar. 27, 2025
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OACP & Blue Line Expo 2025

Location: Toronto, Ont.
Date: Apr. 29 2025
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