August 19, 2024
Webinar

Join us for an insightful webinar designed for law enforcement professionals, where we will explore innovative approaches to reducing unnecessary demand on police resources by addressing root causes and fostering community partnerships.

Deputy Chief Mark Dapat and John Versluis, Manager of Community Safety and Well-Being (CSWB) at Peel Regional Police, will delve into their strategy, which includes specialized mental health units, youth crime prevention initiatives, and proactive community engagement. These efforts aim to mitigate recurring incidents involving high-frequency individuals, thereby optimizing resource allocation and enhancing overall community safety.

Whether you are exploring similar initiatives or looking to enhance your current practices, this webinar offers valuable insights and practical strategies applicable to various policing contexts.

Time: 3 p.m. EST

Price: FREE

Speakers:

John Versluis is the Manager of Community Safety and Well-Being (CSWB) at Peel Regional Police where he supports a range strategic and operational initiatives to achieve the Service’s CSWB goals and objectives. This includes strengthening partnerships, supporting alternative approaches to service delivery, and managing initiatives to improve service to priority populations. Prior to joining Peel Regional Police in 2021, John had a 17-year career in the municipal social and community services sector where he was responsible for human service planning and investment initiatives to strengthen the safety and well-being of communities. John holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Victoria.

Deputy Chief Mark Dapat is a collaborative leader with extensive experience guiding Peel Regional Police’s vision of becoming a progressive police service in Canada. A life-long advocate of Peel’s diverse communities, Deputy Chief Dapat’s journey with the Peel Regional Police began in 1997 playing key roles in various areas of policing, including Front line policing, special enforcement and investigations and community safety and well-being. Deputy Chief Dapat has been instrumental in implementing and integrating system transformational initiatives across the service through his work on the Community Safety and Well-Being Strategy. He leads the Community Safety and Well-being Command pillar at Peel Regional Police and is responsible for recruiting, training, member wellness and community mobilization. Mark represents the Peel Regional Police on several Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police committees, including the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee and the Community Safety and Crime Prevention committee that he co-chairs. He is also a member of the Canadian Association of Chief’s of Police – Crime Prevention and Community Safety and Well-being Committee.