Supported by a federal grant, UNO researchers are measuring the impact of OPD’s mandatory mental health…
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Edmonton police unveil first dog aimed to help employees through mental health challenges
The Edmonton Police Service now has an Operational Stress Intervention Dog (OSID) within its force. EPS…
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Groups call to end deploying police for wellness checks
Three prison advocacy organizations want police deployments for mental wellness checks to end after the deaths of…
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Problems with RCMP police dog program pose ‘health and wellness risks’: evaluation
OTTAWA — The RCMP’s police dog training centre has been plagued by staffing shortages, low morale…
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A wake-up call for police leaders on officers’ mental health and wellness
The persistent stress and demands associated with policing have been linked to burnout, reduced job satisfaction…
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