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Editor's Note 
 
Recruitment and retention have been hot topics in this industry for several years, and a big part of retention is how police leaders are able to support their members. A few stories below dive into this topic. Check them out!
- Brittani Schroeder, Editor
 
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Saskatchewan budget delivers more than $800.0 million for safer communities

This year, the budget includes $260.0 million to fund RCMP operations in the province, including $23.7 million for the First Nations Policing Program. The Municipal Police Grant program will also receive an increase of $330,000 to help frontline officers respond to more calls for service and improve community safety.


Donald Trump wants more border security? Here’s how the RCMP is ramping up efforts

Ian Smith's typical workday has changed since Canada made a $1.3-billion pledge to beef up border security in hopes of staving off U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff threats, some of which were nevertheless realized.


Niagara Police Service Board announces new deputy chief of police

The Regional Municipality of Niagara Police Service Board has announced the appointment of Supt. Mario Lagrotteria of the Niagara Regional Police Service as Deputy Chief effective March 14, 2025.


Montreal adds police patrols, limits loitering to boost sense of security in metro

Montreal’s metro system will see more police patrols and a crackdown on loitering, transit officials said Thursday, citing the fact the network has become a last-resort shelter for people struggling with drug addiction and mental illness.


 
 
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Improving police morale and productivity through balanced leadership

Whether in big cities or rural towns, police leadership across North America face significant challenges. Recruitment and retention are getting tougher by the day as our profession continues to try and recover from the anti-police narrative that has festered for years. » Read now
 
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Sharing the stories of this year’s award winners

You’re all aware that this is not always an easy profession, yet you are here because you love what you do. You’ve chosen to put others’ needs before your own, and that deserves recognition. » Read now
 
 
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Blue Line, The Podcast: Chief Dwayne Zacharie on the unique role of First Nations policing

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. » Listen now

 
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Talking past and progress with chiefs nationwide

So much has happened since Blue Line Magazine’s inception. We spoke with members of police leadership across Canada to learn about the most significant changes that impacted police over the last 35 years and where we might be headed next. » Read now

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Improving officer morale and safety by protecting their personal data

Police officers risk their lives every time they go to work. It’s what they signed up for when they agreed to protect and serve. However, being harassed, threatened—or worse—outside of work isn’t. Neither is putting their families at risk by association. » Read now

 
EVENTS 
 
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OHMRA Canadian CBRNE & Robotics Summit

Location: Kitchener, Ont.
Date: Apr. 7 - 8, 2025
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Police Religious Literacy Program

Location: Mississauga, Ont.
Date: Apr. 8 - 10, 2025
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OACP & Blue Line Expo 2025

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

Location: Niagara Falls, Ont.
Date: May 6 - 9, 2025
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Security・Police・Fire Career Expo – B.C.

Location: Surrey, B.C.
Date: May 14, 2025
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