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A Community Crisis Response Program (CCRP) works to provide support and resources to communities impacted by violent and traumatic incidents. The CCRP in Toronto provides immediate supports, mobilizes local resources to address individual/group needs, coordinates community debriefings and facilitates information sharing. Long-term supports offered by the program include establishing training and education sessions, facilitating community …
Author: Nicole Porter, N.A. PORTER & ASSOCIATES Did you know that community members in the Parry Sound / Muskoka Regions are being asked to help Police cut down on non-emergency phone calls by using a newly implemented online reporting system for minor crimes? According to a November 18 OPP News Release, minor crimes can now be reported online …
With Crime Prevention Week wrapping up in the province, OPP detachments have again, placed their emphasis on crime prevention, community safety and well-being. This year’s theme for Crime Prevention Week: “Serving Ontario, Protecting Communities”. This proactive theme was designed to encourage community safety and well-being as a shared responsibility, including the engagement of multi-sector partners …
November’s Newsletter is attached for anyone who is interested. Our quarterly editions deliver the latest in crime prevention news and criminal psychology. You can also find out more information about our online learning platform, where we are currently offering all courses & specialized training. If you are in the industry and would like to advertise …
Author: Nicole Porter, N.A. PORTER & ASSOCIATES When you want to predict how a person will react in the future, experts generally agree it’s best to turn an eye to the past. Looking at how the person has acted previously can lead to a fairly accurate prediction of future behaviour. After all, the past generally …
Event Date: Friday December 4, 2020 – 3:00pm to 4:00pm EST, Event Location: Via Zoom Presenter: Prof. N. Porter – Owner, Lead Criminal Consultant, Behaviour Analyst, N.A. PORTER & ASSOCIATES. This webinar will examine the causes and effects of crime and criminal behaviour on individuals and society as a whole. There will be an emphasis on practitioner orientation, with a variety …
Are you interested in taking an Introductory Criminal Law course? Thinking of entering the field or considering course packages for verifiable CPD hours? Check out our Introduction to Criminal Law course. All courses come with one-on-one Instructor support, course materials, lectures, and a Certificate of Completion and/or Verified CPD Certificate. Registration can be completed online …
Ontario conducted its first criminal trial via Zoom in lieu of continued Covid-19 concerns. Does the Zoom platform hold true value for our overburdened criminal justice system or do the cons outweigh the potential value? Read full article here. https://www-theglobeandmail-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.theglobeandmail.com/amp/opinion/article-participating-in-ontarios-first-zoom-trial-showed-me-its-value-for/
As you return to work, it’s important to understand that your employer has a legal obligation to ensure that your work environment is safe. Learn about workplace responsibilities and how employers are liable if they do not afford protection to all workers. Employees at all levels can also get information about health and safety protections …
Author: Prof. N. Porter The seemingly endless variety of fictional television crime dramas has had more far-reaching effects on the public than just providing pure entertainment: it has increased public knowledge of the inner workings of crime scene investigation, analysis, and the justice system. Or has it? Experts tend to agree that while the public …