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Monday, June 23, 2025
Strong Organizations Through Executive Leadership

Opening Ceremony & Torch Run Presentation
What to Expect 
  • Marching in of the colours & VIPs
  • OACP President's Remarks
  • Memorial Call
  • Installation of the Sergeant-at-Arms
  • Acknowledgement of the OACP Board of Directors
  • Premier of Ontario & Solicitor General of Ontario Remarks
  • Honouring Indigenous Peoples
  • Special Olympics Torch Run Presentation 

 

Insights from Alexander Manu: Mastering Business InnovationKeynote Speaker
Alexander Manu
"Transforming Organizations Through Dynamic Futureproofing"
 About Alexander Manu

Alexander Manu is a visionary who has consistently challenged the boundaries of innovation, strategy, and foresight, an individual whose insights have not only shaped industries but have also inspired countless professionals to reimagine the future and their role in it. He is a celebrated author, a distinguished professor, and a sought-after consultant who has advised Fortune 500 companies, governments, and academic institutions. His work has been a catalyst for change, challenging the status quo and pushing boundaries in ways that redefine what is possible. 

With a career spanning decades, he has been a beacon of inspiration, guiding businesses and individuals alike to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of technology, design, and human potential. His teachings and writings have been instrumental in helping organizations transition from the industrial to the knowledge value economy, emphasizing the importance of imagination, creativity, and personal transformation. He believes that the future is not something that happens to us but something we create. His insights into the intersection of technology, business, and human behavior have made him a leading voice in shaping the future of our interconnected world.

Inspector General Ryan Teschner

Session 1
Inspector General of Ontario - Futureproofing Policing
Inspector General Ryan Teschner
 About IG Ryan Teschner
Ryan Teschner was appointed in March 2023, and is Ontario’s first Inspector General of Policing with duties and authorities under the Community Safety and Policing Act.
Ryan is dedicated to collaborating with partners to enhance police service delivery, modernize police governance, and build public trust in Ontario’s public safety sector.
A national expert in public safety reform and transformation, Ryan has served in complex executive roles where he led significant policing and governance change initiatives.
Ryan has served as Executive Director and Chief of Staff of the Toronto Police Services Board, Special Counsel and Advisor in two provincial justice ministries, and Lead Counsel to the Independent Civilian Review into Matters Relating to the G20 Summit.
Ryan has been widely recognized for his work, including receiving the Award for Excellence in Police Governance from the Canadian Association of Police Governance.
He was called to the Ontario Bar in 2006, and practiced law at two international law firms.
Session 2 - Panel
Carving Out Time to Look Around the Corner
Moderator:
Paul Pedersen, OACP Executive Director
Panel: Commissioner Thomas Carrique, Ontario Provincial Police & President of the Canadian Association
             of Chiefs of Police
             Assistant Commissioner Matt Peggs, Royal Canadian Mounted Police
             Chief Myron Demkiw, Toronto Police Service
 About this Session
Understand what’s coming and prepare your organization to respond and thrive in a rapidly evolving environment. 
 About Paul Pedersen

Paul Pedersen started his role as Executive Director with the OACP on June 24, 2024. He has more than 40 years of exceptional experience in policing having served in senior leadership positions with York Regional Police and Chief of  Police of the Greater Sudbury Police Service.

Paul holds a Master of Public Administration from Western University along with a Diploma in Adult Education from St. Francis Xavier University and is a graduate of Executive Leadership programs from the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Business, the National Police Improvement Agency in the United Kingdom and the Senior Management Institute for Police through the Police Executive Research Forum in the United States.

Paul is a proud Officer of the Merit of the Police Forces and a recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medal and the Police Exemplary Service medal as well s being invested as a Member in the Order of St. John.

Paul is passionate about community engagement serving on the Board of St. John Ambulance as the Vice-Chair, the Chair of the Sudbury Food Bank, the Chair of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics, and a past President of the Cambrian College Board. He participates in a wide variety of community events connection with diverse and multicultural communities all thorough the year. 

 
Ontario Provincial Police Veterans' AssociationAbout Commissioner Thomas Carrique 

THOMAS CARRIQUE became the 15th Commissioner of the Ontario Provincial Police on April 8, 2019. Commissioner Carrique commenced his policing career with York Regional Police in 1990. He worked in a variety of roles including Uniform Patrol, Criminal Investigations, Investigative Services, Traffic, Marine, and Public Order. He progressed through the ranks and served as Deputy Chief of the Administration Branch, the Operations Branch, and the Investigations and Support Branch.

Commissioner Carrique holds a Master’s degree in leadership and training, with a specialty in justice and public safety, from Royal Roads University, and a certificate in terrorism studies from the University of St. Andrews in Scotland. He is a graduate of the National Policing Improvement Agency’s International Commanders Program in the United Kingdom and the United States Department of Justice Drug Unit Commanders Academy.

He is currently the elected President of the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police. He serves as a co-chair of the Criminal Intelligence Service Canada National Executive Committee and on the board of directors for the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police. He is an appointed member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police, Division of State and Provincial Police Executive Committee. In addition, he is a member of the Ministry of the Solicitor General Executive Mental Health Steering Committee and co-chairs the Mental Health Collaborative Police Table.

Commissioner Carrique is a recipient of the Police Exemplary Service Medal and the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. He is also a Commander of the Order of Merit of the Police Forces as well as a Serving Brother of the Order of St. John Ambulance.

 
About Assistant Commissioner Matt Peggs 

Assistant Commissioner Matt Peggs
Regional Commander – Central Region
Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Assistant Commissioner Peggs began his policing career in F Division (Saskatchewan) in 2000.
His early career included postings at rural general duty detachments, isolated and limited duration postings, as well as Proceeds of Crime, Border Integrity, and Economic Crime.

In 2015 he was commissioned to the rank of Inspector and transferred to G Division as the Officer in Charge of Yellowknife Detachment.

In March of 2018, Assistant Commissioner Peggs was promoted to the rank of Superintendent and transferred to O Division (Ontario) Headquarters in London as the Officer in Charge of the Federal Operations Support Branch.

In May of 2020, Assistant Commissioner Peggs was promoted into the role of Criminal Operations Officer where he directed and provided oversight for all criminal investigations for the RCMP in Ontario.

Assistant Commissioner Peggs was promoted as O Division’s Commanding Officer in October, 2023. He will work to provide the organizational structures that allow the RCMP to work both efficiently and effectively with our domestic and international partners, within the ever-evolving Federal Policing environment.

Chief Myron Demkiw (@TPSMyronDemkiw) / XAbout Chief Myron Demkiw 

Myron Demkiw, a Member of the Order of Merit of the Police Forces (M.O.M.), joined the Toronto Police Service in 1990, and became Chief in December of 2022. As head of the largest municipal police service in Canada, and the fourth largest municipal police service in North America, Chief Demkiw oversees 5300 police officers, 2200 civilian Members, and a budget of $1.2 billion.

Over the course of his career, he has served as the Unit Commander of Intelligence Services and the Officer in Charge of Strategy Management Corporate Projects, the Second in Command of 32 Division, Duty Senior Officer, and fulfilled several supervisory roles in various units throughout the organization. He has also participated in several Service-wide initiatives, including as an integral member of the Police and Community Engagement Review (PACER) Team, since its inception in 2012.

An alumnus of the University of Toronto, Chief Demkiw earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in his twenties, majoring in both Criminology and Political Science. He later returned to attend the Faculty of Law and completed the Global Professional Master of Laws program. He is also a graduate of the Rotman School of Management’s Police Leadership Program. Chief Demkiw is a married father of two and a proud member of Toronto’s Ukrainian community. 

 
Session 3
From Vision to Action: Strengthening Strategic Foresight in Policing
Dr. Hector Perez, Niagara Regional Police Service
Staff Sergeant Amanda Gill, Hamilton Police Service 
 About this Session
Traditional strategic planning in policing often falls short in execution, accountability, and adaptability. This session introduces an action-driven approach to Strategic Foresight, equipping executive leaders with practical tools to anticipate challenges, align resources, and drive meaningful change. Grounded in project management, change leadership, and strategic planning, participants will learn how to set long-term goals, engage stakeholders, track progress, and optimize resource allocation. Join us to explore how to turn vision into measurable results and position your organization for long-term success in a rapidly evolving policing landscape.   
About Dr. Hector Perez
Dr. Hector Perez holds a doctorate in strategy and technology management and has over a decade of experience in project management, evaluation, and business analysis. He specializes in strategy formulation, execution, and evaluation, with extensive expertise in analyzing current and future demand trends and developing resource allocation studies for police services. Hector is a member of the American and Canadian Societies of Evidence-Based Policing, as well as its counterparts in Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. He is also a member of the Academy of Management. He currently serves as a Corporate Analyst with the Niagara Regional Police Service.  
About Staff Sergeant Amanda Gill
Staff Sergeant Amanda Gill brings over 23 years of experience in the public and private sectors, with a strong background in leadership and governance. She holds a Master’s in Leadership and a certification in Public Safety Leadership. As the head of the Strategic Initiatives Unit at Hamilton Police Service, she drives strategic change to enhance effectiveness and inclusivity. 
Session 4
Women in Leadership

About this Session 

Ontario Women in Law Enforcement (OWLE) plays a crucial role in assisting police organizations in developing female leaders in their respective services. This session will highlight some of the ways that OWLE is collaborating with police leadership in Ontario to achieve this and invite new partnerships to support our female police members:

  • Organic Mentorship
  • Training and Development
  • Networking Opportunities
  • Promoting Equality and Inclusion
  • Encouraging Confidence and Empowerment
  • Supportive Policies and Advocacy.
Session 5
Leadership Strategies for Futureproofing Your Organization
Carlo Sicoli - College of Opticians of ...Carlo Sicoli, Director, Business Development and Partnerships, Schulich ExecEd, Schulich School of Business, York University
 About this Session
 Explore practical work plans and actionable steps for enhancing the leadership posture of police organizations.
 About Carlo Sicoli
 
 
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Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Looking Forward and Leading Through Change 

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Keynote Speaker
Leading Through Change
 Rick Denley
Rick is a courageous leader. Having led multinational corporations for decades and coaching high-level executives, entrepreneurs and athletes. Looking to share his learnings, he wrote what became a best-selling book entitled ’REINVENTED YOURSELF, a blueprint to assist people to make courageous changes through any mess, mission or movement they are on.

Drawing on his personal experiences of change, he himself changed to pursue his dream of entrepreneurship by founding Peak Performance Leadership. His solopreneur efforts help others grow into their best version of themselves. Leveraging his career and life experiences, he shares his successful Change Growth Formula to thousands through his speaking, coaching and consulting.

Rick is a sought-after keynote speaker and renowned coach.

Rick’s philanthropic efforts as an amateur boxer and triathlete raise funds to end cancer in our lifetime.

 About this Session
Power of Adaptability, Growth, and Courageous Leadership

In a world where change is constant and challenges are inevitable, true leaders rise by embracing uncertainty with confidence and empowering those around them. Join Rick in this transformative keynote as he unveils the keys to navigating change and leading with authenticity.

Through compelling insights and actionable strategies, attendees will learn to: 

 ✔ Embrace change with confidence, adapting to both planned and unexpected transitions to drive success as effective leaders. 

 ✔ Prioritize people and culture, cultivating growth opportunities that fuel passion, motivation, and organizational excellence. 

 ✔ Lead with courage and vulnerability, fostering a culture of trust, empathy, and inclusivity that builds high-performing, engaged teams.

 

This session is more than just theory—it’s a call to action. Discover how to turn obstacles into stepping stones, inspire your team to thrive, and redefine leadership with purpose. If you’re ready to lead boldly, build resilience, and elevate your impact, this is a talk you won’t want to miss!

 

Are you prepared to transform the way you lead? Let’s make change work for you.

Session 6
Moving From Shock to Action on Artificial Intelligence and Other Technological Innovations
Colin Stairs, Chief Information Officer, Toronto Police Service
Deputy Chief Paolo DaSilva, York Regional Police
Bill Payne, Director, Information Technology, Halton Regional Police Service
Tony Ventura, Director, Information Technology and Services, Peel Regional Police
Adam Woods, Manager, Information Technology, Halton Regional Police Service
About this Session 

 A Game Changing Approach to Strategic Development

Colin Stairs - Technologies that will move your police organizations

Deputy Chief Paolo DaSilva - Navigating A.I. for your police service through opportunities and pitfalls

 About the Speakers
 
Session 7
Future-proofing Ontario's Police Services Through Organizational Wellness
Connie Dejak, President & CEO, Runnymede Health Care Centre
Dr. Candice Monson, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology, Toronto Metropolitan University
About this Session 

As policing evolves, the need for sustainable wellness frameworks has never been more critical. Future-proofing police services requires a proactive focus on member wellness—not just as support but as a strategic foundation for resilient adaptive organizations. This panel will explore innovative wellness strategies, partnerships, and their role in recruitment, retention, and operational sustainability. 

Topics: 

  • The Role of External Partnerships in Wellness Ontario police services have strong internal wellness programs, but external partnerships provide specialized care that enhances internal efforts. Runnymede’s Rehabilitation Centre for First Responders offers trauma recovery and resilience-building programs tailored for first responders. These partnerships are critical for addressing PTSI and helping officers recover, reintegrate, and maintain long-term mental health. 
  • Building a Culture of Wellness Fostering a culture of wellness requires more than programs— it’s about shifting organizational culture to normalize mental health support. This session will explore critical incident response, early intervention systems, and reintegration programs that focus on continuous wellness throughout an officer’s career. Reducing stigma and building supportive environments will be key themes. 
  • Wellness as a Recruitment & Retention Strategy The next generation of recruits places a high priority on workplace well-being, mental health resources, and work-life harmony. By expanding wellness offerings, police services can attract a more diverse talent pool and reduce burnout, absenteeism, and premature departures. Investing in wellness creates a competitive advantage in recruitment while strengthening organizational resilience.
  • Why? With the rising prevalence of PTSI in policing, this panel will provide leaders with practical strategies to integrate wellness, enhance recruitment, foster sustainable organizational health, and be prepared for the future.
About the Speakers 
 
Life Members Reception
A moment to honour our Life Members
Awards & Life Members Luncheon
Join us for the Awards & Life Members Luncheon as we celebrate the outstanding work of the dedicated women and men in policing. This special event also offers a unique opportunity to connect with our esteemed Life Members as they reflect on their remarkable careers and share stories from their time in service.
Session 8
Cultivating Safe Spaces (CSS): A Framework for Transformational Leadership
Lisa Darling, Co-Chair, Advancing "WE" in Policing & Executive Director of the Ontario Association of Police Boards
Tammy Fryer, Co-Chair, Advancing "WE" in Policing
About Lisa Darling

Lisa is currently in her 30th year working in the policing sector and is the Co-Chair of Advancing WE in Policing-Ontario (AWIP-ON). 

In 2018, Tammy Fryer and eight of her colleagues from services around the province joined together to form AWIP-ON, “a collective voice on equity, inclusion and diversity in Ontario policing”. AWIP is a volunteer-based working group comprised of leaders, regardless of rank, that is committed to cultivating work environments founded on safety, belonging and connection, where everyone has equal access and opportunity to thrive.  Lisa was one of the original members in 2018 and has continued to work alongside Tammy and the team ever since. 

In addition to her role in AWIP, in May of 2022, Lisa was hired into the position of Executive Director with the OAPSB (Ontario Association of Police Service Boards). In this role, she is responsible for steering the organization and managing the day-to-day operations.  Lisa brought with her to this role, a wealth of knowledge and strategic leadership experience from her 27 years of exemplary service with the OPP. During the last 10 years of Lisa’s career with the OPP, she held uniform executive leadership roles, with a focus on leading and working in diverse collaborative teams. Prior to her position as Superintendent of West Region, Lisa was Commander of the Northumberland and Peterborough Detachments.  Lisa is a graduate of WLU, the Executive Development in Policing Program from CPC and a Member of the Order of Merit of the Police Forces.  

 
About Tammy Fryer

With over 35 years in the policing sector, Tammy is committed to fostering safer, authentically inclusive workplaces within policing.  In 2018, she formed Advancing WE in Policing-Ontario (AWIP-ON) as a response to working in an unsafe, toxic work environment. Over the years, AWIP ON has continued to evolve creating a new vision, “A future where policing cultivates psychological safety, equity, and belonging, providing the skills and support for every individual to feel that they matter and are empowered to awaken their potential within a connected and inclusive community of police professionals.” 

From January 1990 until July 2020, Tammy was a proud member of the Windsor Police Service, retiring at the rank of Inspector, the 3rd highest achieved by a woman over 150 years.  Tammy’s police career highlights center around oversight of many top priority organizational initiatives, maintaining community safety and wellbeing, building public trust by collaborating with community partners on multiple initiatives to address social justice issues, recruitment outreach, organizational gender equity awareness, and cultivating wellness within the Service. Tammy has always considered herself to be an agent of change and welcomes the opportunity to introduce a new, modern way of leading within the culture of policing. One that will foster a sense of safety, belonging and connection benefiting not only the membership but enhancing community service and safety overall.

 

Session 9
Ontario's Recruitment Marketing Campaign: Future Leadership Through Effective Recruitment Today
Zubin Sanyal, Principal, Digital Strategy, Earnscliffe Strategies
Megan Buttle, Digital Lead, Earnscliffe Strategies
 About the Speakers
 
Casual Night
 to Network 

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Wednesday, June 25, 2025
What's Next? Embracing Positive Leadership

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 OACP Annual General Meeting Agenda
  1. Call to Order 
  2. Appointment of Secretary
  3. Notice of Meeting
  4. Constitution of Meeting
  5. Approval of 2024 AGM Meeting Minutes
  6. 2024-2025 President's Report
  7. Secretary-Treasurer's Report
  8. Appointment of Auditors
  9. 2025 Resolutions
  10. Election of 2025-2026 Board Executive
  11. Swearing in of the Board Executive
  12. Adjournment
Session 10
Silver Lining Townhall
Moderator: Paul Pedersen
 Tell us...

What's working in your police service?

What opportunities do you see for Ontario police organizations?

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