Join us in this compelling episode of TPS Traffic Jam as host Sean Shapiro sits down with Aaron Dale, a Toronto Police Constable and co-creator of the Military Veterans Wellness Program (MVWP). Aaron shares his journey from the Canadian Special Operations Regiment to the Toronto Police Service, revealing the personal challenges he faced during his transition and how these experiences inspired the creation of the MVWP.

Discover how this innovative program, developed in collaboration with fellow officer Jeremy Burns, aims to bridge the gap in support services for military veterans in crisis. Aaron explains how the MVWP provides police officers across Canada with crucial training on military culture, common struggles faced by veterans, and effective de-escalation techniques. This training is now available for free to all Canadian police services through the Canadian Police Knowledge Network.

Learn about the program’s national and international impact, with implementation in every Canadian province and territory, and growing interest from the United States and Australia. Aaron’s story highlights the transformative power of the MVWP, not only for the veterans it serves but also for the police officers who receive this vital training.

Whether you’re a member of the military community, a police officer, or simply someone interested in supporting our veterans, this episode offers valuable insights into the importance of mental health support and community collaboration.

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• Website: Toronto Police Community Partnerships Engagement Unit - Military Veterans Wellness Program

• Social Media: @military_veteran_wellness

• Email: TPSVeteranWellness@tps.ca

Tune in to learn how you can make a difference in the lives of those who have served.

Tags: #MilitaryVeterans #WellnessProgram #TorontoPolice #TPS #CommunitySupport #MentalHealth #VeteranSupport #DeEscalation #PoliceTraining

Occasionally I record a livestream that sorta feels like a podcast episode and that's exactly what happened on April 29th, 2024. I was joined in studio by Senior Sergeant Chris Hayes of the Victoria Police Service and we took questions from our livestream audience and Chris shared his Australian perspective things.

Chris is an amazing person and I'm so glad that I got an opportunity to meet and get to know him on during his stay in Toronto. We'll be doing a followup dedicated podcast episode discussing his research trip around the world working to make policing safer after he returns home.

In this episode PC Sean Shapiro speaks with Elliott Silverstein of CAA about Auto theft.

Jon Reid, president of the Toronto Police Association, stopped by Traffic Services to discuss the Toronto Police Budget as it's an important topic for everyone who lives, work or plays in the City of Toronto.

Lithium Ion batteries are magical as they allow us to carry energy to power not only our gadgets but also vehicles. What many don’t realize is that they also have risks. This episode of #TPStrafficJAM deals with the very real risk of Thermal Runaway and walking us through the topic is Deputy Fire Chief Larry Cocco of #Toronto #Fire Services.

Please join us for a conversation with Maria Barcelos, executive director of www.TheGatehouse.org and A/Staff Supt. Lisa Crooker of the Toronto Police Service who also serves as their Vice Chair.

We'll learn about the programs offered by this amazing organization as well as discuss their upcoming fundraising event being held on Thursday October 5th, 2023 in Toronto.

In this episode PC Sean Shapiro speaks with Jason Tomlinson, President of the Ontario Police Memorial Foundation about the upcoming Canadian Police & Peace Officers Memorial which is being held in Ottawa on September 24th, 2023. This is an important event for all police and peace officers this year it's incredibly close to home for members of Toronto Police Traffic Services who will see TC Andrew Hong honoured.

Join PC Sean Shapiro for this important episode about Child Passenger Safety with Eran Jones. Eran is a CPST an child passenger safety advocate who has an important story and message for parents and all drivers.