Our Commitment to Action

More supports for follow through: “how did that experience go? Did you receive resources that were helpful?"

"I am sorry we were unable to help you with that, do you understand why? I can do xyz and will try to help with abc so this doesn’t happen again” Feedback from October 6th EPS Listening Session"

Teach children how to break silence about incidents/racism at an early age 10-12 years old

Resources such as Indigenous elders; they are wisdom keepers who can help victims in each unit

Feedback from October 6th EPS Listening Session

Reallocate funds to mental health checks for our officers.

Officers deal with many different situations throughout their careers and many end up with PTSD, anxiety, trauma, as well as leaving them desensitized. Officers deserve mental health checks every few months to ensure that they are mentally stable to serve the public. Those who are on a decline should be given time off work and time to heal.

Education on Newcomer Experiences, Cultural Diversity, and Breaking Stereotypes

Feedback heard at the October 6th EPS Listening Session

Agencies that help people who are "undocumented" through no fault of their own. Example: people who are escaping abusive Canadian employers.

Social media influencers. I Heart Edmonton, etc. can engage Edmontonians in ways that are approachable and effective

I volunteer my time teaching fitness classes at Masjid Al Fatima. I believe muslim youths need more engagement from EPS. Engage session.

Muslim youth-

Approach all ethnic media outlets on an ongoing basis: APTN News, Diversity Magazine, Alberta Filipino Journal, etc.

Find facts/info from those who have lots of resources/info to share. I'm formerly 'homeless' and have enough to build a mini seminar.

I have news articles regarding what other cities have done 'right', and have experienced what has been done 'wrong', as well as books on people that were once alcoholic/drug addicts, but are now millionaires. Please don't be scared to "ask us". Thanks.

Mental Health Response

Hi there, not sure first time here. Was wondering how I can get involved and take action on the way the police service address mental health calls. What supports are in place for the individuals being formed and taking to hospital? Where do I start looking for information such as stats and facts involving mental health call that have needed the police service to step in? What else can be done?

Approachability.

What do you think the EPS uniform conveys psychologically to the average citizen? When I was a kid, EPS wore a grey shirt and a necktie. A similar look to the uniform of business people. They seemed approachable and didn't distinguish themselves more than necessary. Why not reinvent the grey dress shirt for those officers involved in community based policing?