By Michael Lashley There was a time, not too long ago, when I overestimated the likely effectiveness of a series of well-documented policies and practices which have been recommended for our Toronto Police Service (TPS). On the basis of my own research earlier this year and information publicly available, I am now satisfied that a […]
By Jasminee Sahoye Retired Toronto Police constable Ojo Tewogbade is urging men within the Black community to treat their wives and spouses with respect and dignity and not to abuse them because “God created women to complement men.” His comments were made as a guest speaker at a fundraising dinner organized by Women of Excellence […]
By Gerald V. Paul “The consultations ended on Monday. We are very pleased with the results with over 500 people from the diverse communities giving their input,” Toronto Police Services Board (TPSB) Chair Dr. Alok Mukherjee told The Camera yesterday. “Selecting a new chief is a serious matter and one that will impact the lives […]
By Gerald V. Paul A prominent lawyer and author of a book on judicial diversity contends that a week after the Peel police shooting of Jermaine Anthony Carby too many questions remain unanswered. At a press conference yesterday at Cage Park in Brampton, lawyer Munyonzwe Hamalengwa called for justice for Carby, 33, who died after […]
By Gerald V. Paul Toronto Police Service will begin testing of officers wearing cameras in November, a potentially key move towards ensuring bias-free policing. Deputy Police Chief Peter Sloly commented on Facebook that their Police Camera Project will protect good police officers and good citizens and capture the bad conduct of citizens and police alike. […]
