Canadian Police College programs evolve to address modern challenges
Canada Police College modernizes training to tackle leadership and cybercrime, enhancing RCMP skills for future challenges.
Technology
Exploring some of the new technologies the RCMP is embracing to support a future-driven police force.
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Alberta RCMP expanding use of drones to respond to calls for service
RCMP Air Services moving forward after successful Drone as a First Responder (DFR) pilot project in Alberta.
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Use of artificial intelligence in child exploitation increasing, says RCMP
The use of artificial intelligence by criminals, and police, is increasing. Find out how the RCMP is taking advantage of its functionalities to combat crime.
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Canadian Police College relies on partnerships for high-level training
The Canadian Police College provides advanced and specialized training for the entire Canadian policing sector and a growing number of international agencies.
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Transformative technology: how the emerging science of DNA provided answers
Advances in DNA have changed how police investigate crimes. Read about two landmark cases in which the emerging science of DNA provided key answers.
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QR codes help raise awareness about human trafficking
The Nova Scotia Provincial Human Trafficking Unit has launched a QR code campaign to inform people of the signs of human trafficking.
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Q&A with an expert in electronic surveillance on the challenges and opportunities of collecting evidence
Q&A with Sergeant Dave Cobey, who specializes in the complex process of how police can request, access and use electronic surveillance tools to investigate serious crimes.
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RCMP training officers on cryptocurrency
Crimes in Canada tied to cryptocurrency continue to skyrocket. To combat this trend, the RCMP is training more officers to handle crypto-related investigations.
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Police help victim of crypto-fraud get money back
Cryptocurrency fraud investigators with the Durham Regional Police Service and RCMP recently teamed up to track, seize and return the cryptocurrency of an Ontario man.
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RCMP steps into fight against disinformation
Fake news is a reality. Learn more about how two RCMP employees have developed a workshop to help Canadians understand and avoid it.
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Countering the rise of cryptocurrency fraud
A cryptocurrency is a digital asset that maintains value and can be exchanged for goods and services. But, despite its legitimate uses, criminals are using cryptocurrency to steal Canadians’ money and hide their tracks.
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Civilian investigators coming to RCMP
The RCMP has created new Civilian Criminal Investigator positions to bring cybercrime and financial crime expertise to its Federal Policing unit.
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RCMP helps stop malware that stole millions from Canadians
This year, RCMP efforts played a key role in deactivating Emotet – malicious software designed to use computer networks around the world to steal millions of dollars. Read more about their efforts.
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Technology supports RCMP Nova Scotia traffic enforcement
Traffic surveyors are helping the Halifax District RCMP Traffic Unit increase road safety and enforce the rules of the road.
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Nova Scotia opens state-of-the-art 911-dispatch centre
Nova Scotia RCMP 911 police dispatchers are now answering calls at their new state-of-the-art Operational Communications Centre at their Dartmouth headquarters.
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RCMP helps bring phone lines to small-town Alberta
Many residents of Bearspaw First Nation, in Alberta, finally have a phone line in their home, thanks to the cooperation between residents the RCMP and Telus.
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Teamwork and technology key to finding fishing vessel
State-of-the-art technology and support from federal partners were key in helping RCMP divers from British Columbia and Nova Scotia find a sunken fishing vessel.
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Growing DNA program offers help for investigators, families
The RCMP's National Missing Persons DNA Program is helping police across Canada put a name to previously unidentified remains.
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Cryptocurrency expert demystifies digital assets
In our Q&A with an RCMP cryptocurrency expert, read how the RCMP is using new tools and developing special skills to uncover criminal activity with digital assets.
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National DNA Data Bank, 20 years and growing
The RCMP National DNA databank has been a crucial part of evidence in Canadian courts for 20 years.
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RCMP in Alberta post warnings at Bitcoin ATMs
The RCMP in Alberta are posting fraud-alert signs at Bitcoin ATMs across the province.
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Online crime reporting expanding in British Columbia
More British Columbia RCMP detachments are accepting crime reports online.
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Tips for parents to protect kids online
One RCMP officer is providing useful advice for parents and young people to make sensible decisions online.
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Report scammers, prevent fraud
Reporting a scam to police can help fight fraud and protect peoples' money.
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RCMP test online crime reporting
Four RCMP detachments in British Columbia are testing a tool that allows residents to report minor crimes online.
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New software improves mental health response
New software is helping RCMP officers in Manitoba better respond to people in mental health crisis.
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Integrated units act fast to save kids from harm
As cases of online child sexual abuse go up, integrated police units must use every tool at their disposal.
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How the National DNA Data Bank works
The National DNA Data Bank has become a key component of most investigations, saving time and money by helping to focus investigations. Here are a few facts on how it works.
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Internet safety tips for parents
The RCMP's National Child Exploitation Coordination Centre shares advice for how parents can help keep their children and teens safe while using the Internet.
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How to recognize a telemarketing scam
Of cases where seniors are targeted, telemarketing scams make up the majority of fraud cases. Watch out for these five red flags to avoid becoming a victim.
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