Five years after Nova Scotia mass shooting: Gender-based violence still on the rise
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Editor's Note 
 
This past weekend marked five years since one of the worst mass shootings in Canadian history. In that time, gender-based violence and domestic violence incidents have continued to rise. It's time for change, and you can read more on that below.
- Brittani Schroeder, Editor
 
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Manitoba Government to invest $2 million to support RCMP and increase safety in rural and northern Manitoba

The Manitoba government, in partnership with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, is investing $2 million to expand Manitoba’s Operational Communications Centre to strengthen law enforcement’s ability to respond to violent crime and critical incidents


Gender-based violence spikes five years after Nova Scotia mass shooting

In March 2023, an inquiry into the murders issued 130 recommendations aimed at preventing a similar tragedy, including more than a dozen that called on governments to do more to end “an epidemic” of gender-based violence.


Shooting numbers in Edmonton rise in March 2025

Police recorded 20 shootings in March 2025, an increase from the eight shootings recorded in February and the 13 shootings recorded in the same month in 2024.


Richmond RCMP holds ceremony for official unveiling of streets named in honour of Cst. Jimmy Ng

On April 10, 2025, Richmond RCMP hosted a ceremony to officially unveil two streets named by the City of Richmond in honour of Cst. Jimmy Ng: Cst. Jimmy Ng Road and Cst. Jimmy Ng Place.


 
 
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Ontario Highway Traffic Act: Law Enforcement Edition 2025

This practical resource includes the most common Highway Traffic Act (HTA) offences. You get the full text of the Ontario Highway Traffic Act and Regulations, plus a quick reference guide that explains what is needed to assist the prosecution in a variety of HTA offences. This edition introduces helpful points to consider regarding pedestrian crossovers, failing to yield to pedestrians, and passing/following emergency vehicles, tow trucks, and bicycles.

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Accelerating innovation: Outcomes of Michigan State Police’s 2025 Vehicle Trials

Every fall, the Michigan State Police, in conjunction with the U.S. National Institute of Justice (NIJ), conducts back-to-back acceleration, braking and lap time tests to evaluate the handling and performance of every new police vehicle on the market for the coming year. These eagerly anticipated tests are seen as the most comprehensive analysis of police vehicles in North America. » Read now
 
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Dispatches: March/April 2025

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

In this episode of Blue Line, The Podcast, editor Brittani Schroeder is joined by Chief Mental Health Officer Derek Sienko, Lucie Tremblay, who is a retired deputy chief of Via Rail Canada and retired Senior Officer of the Canadian Armed Forces, and Phil Lancaster, a retired police detective, to discuss what changes need to be made in policing organizations to address moral injury. » Watch now

 
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Police vehicle designs: Public perceptions and policing implications

Police vehicles are symbols of pride for many police agencies. Police vehicles are also fundamental to the pursuit of modern policing. As the conduit by which most patrol is conducted, police vehicles provide essential transportation and storage for officers. Not all police vehicles, however, look the same. » Read now

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

The first Canada 911 ride happened 2006. There has been an annual ride for the past 17 years, and the foundation has been able to raise over $1 million in support of its causes. » Read now

 
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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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CIPSRT Conference 2025: Thriving in Public Safety

Location: Regina, Sask.
Date: May 7 - 8, 2025
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Security・Police・Fire Career Expo – B.C.

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