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Vol. 80, No. 4

More than words How outreach makes a difference

Whether responding to people suffering from addictions, living homeless or experiencing a crisis, the RCMP is reaching out to Canadians with community partners and a passion to help. Credit: Leann Parker, RCMP

Editorial message

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Tangible gains

Community outreach is a term that's used often but can mean different things depending on who you ask.

News notes

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New option for sex-assault victims in Manitoba

In Manitoba, victims of sexual assault now have the option to report the incident to police anonymously through one of three participating community health agencies.

A male RCMP officer attaches grey, toaster-size box, to utility pole on side of road.

New radar identifies speed hot spots

In March, RCMP in Coquitlam, B.C. began using a new stationary semi-permanent radar device to help identify the city's speeding hot spots and improve how officers use their time.

Four young people have a fist fight in front of an urban building.

Young video makers spread anti-gang message

Respect yourself. It's a theme that resonated with a group of high school students in British Columbia who were asked to produce a series of anti-gang videos for young people.

Help is just a phone call away

In Surrey, B.C., there's a phone number parents can dial for guidance if they think their children are becoming involved in criminal activities.

Cover stories

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Someone they can talk to

The influx of refugees to Surrey, B.C., has posed new challenges for school administrators and local RCMP.

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Critical community connections

Cpl. Cheryle Hayden is one of five RCMP Métis liaison officers stationed across Canada — and she has a lot of ground to cover.

On a sunny day, a female RCMP officer waves to a small crowd of people as she rides past them on a police-issued bicycle wearing sunglasses and a grey helmet.

Open approach

Patrolling on bikes and on foot is helping RCMP officers improve relationships with local residents and help stop street crime.

Police officer speaks to people in a school gymnasium.

No more suffering in silence

Domestic violence, often fuelled by drug and alcohol abuse, can destroy lives. It's in communities everywhere and in Moose Lake, Man. — population 1,100 — RCMP Cst. Ryan Harnum decided to do something about it.

Female police officer sits in a circle on the floor of a classroom with young female students, some of whom are wearing head coverings.

Side by side

When Richmond RCMP officers noticed a rise in hate groups and divisive behaviours creeping into the suburban community of Richmond, B.C., they wanted to help bring unity back to the neighbourhood.

Two male RCMP officers approach a young man in a parking lot.

Understanding autism

Advocates have long known people with Autism Spectrum Disorder have regular exchanges with police. And now awareness training is helping some RCMP officers better recognize and help those with autism.

Two male police officers approach a man who is sitting at the bottom of a slide in a playground with his hands against his forehead.

Targeting mental illness

When cadets arrive at the RCMP Training Academy, they know they joined to serve and to protect Canadians. But once they become officers, they learn some calls are tougher to handle than others.

Soft touch

For victims of crime, especially children, interacting with a therapy dog can ease stress and anxiety that often accompany the experience of retelling tragic personal experiences.

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Opening the door to policing

Many young Indigenous people in Newfoundland and Labrador have spent their summers working for the RCMP, gaining insight into law enforcement and helping communities and police connect.

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Officer delivers message of hope to youth

Sgt. Kevin Redsky walked from Newfoundland to Winnipeg this summer to spark change in the way police respond to young people who are suffering with mental health issues.

Panel discussion

In a grassy area, two male RCMP officers talk to a man wearing a hoodie and holding a soccer ball while standing next to a shopping cart full of personal items.

How do you measure successful outreach?

We asked four RCMP officers how they know their outreach is actually working — and the best way to measure a program's impact.

Q & A

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Candid conversations

For 13 years, Cpl. Kim Mueller has been pouring her passion for kids into a number of youth outreach programs for First Nations and Métis communities in Alberta.

Ask an expert

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Artist's sketches solve crimes

Cst. Alexandre L'Heureux is one of two full-time RCMP forensic sketch artists. Paul Northcott spoke with about his career, which he describes as the best job in the RCMP.

Just the facts

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Buy-and-sell crimes

Using online buy-and-sell sites has become the fastest and most convenient way to sell, purchase or exchange items, advertise services or events. Besides the honest deal-makers are those who will take advantage of well-meaning customers.

Detachment profile

Rideau Hall

Surrounded by 79 acres of trees and gardens, in an area restricted to the public, the RCMP detachment at historic Rideau Hall in Ottawa, Ont., is home base for Canada's political bodyguards.

Training

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Alert and ready

For almost two decades, trained Canadian in-flight security officers have flown on selected high-risk domestic and international commercial flights, usually without incident.

Last page

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From tracking to treats

When RCMP service dogs retire, typically around age eight, it's into a life of leisure filled with toys, treats and copious cuddles, at home with their handler.

Cover of magazine. — **NOTE:** An electronic version of this issue of Gazette magazine is available.

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Publisher:

Kevin Fowler

Editor:

Katherine Aldred

Writers:

Paul Northcott
Patricia Vasylchuk

Web publisher:

Richard Vieira

Graphic design:

Jennifer Wale
Samantha Clusiau-Lawlor

Translation:

RCMP Translation Services

Printing:

Performance Printing

Date modified:: 2018-09-18

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