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2026 Lighting the Fire Within Gathering
Join UCCM Anishnaabe Police Service, leading experts, and a dedicated network of professionals as we gather to ignite change and foster deep, lasting connections. The Lighting the Fire Within gathering has become a driving force for positive change—sparking new ideas on how police services can serve their communities through a cultural and trauma-informed lens while supporting their own well-being.
This space is dedicated to everyone committed to strengthening community safety through a cultural and trauma informed lens. We have invited police services, victim service organizations, crown attorneys, mobile crisis response teams, academic researchers, justice organizations, and police service board members to come together for an enlightening two days of conversations.
Our Core Focus
Together, we will share the transformative practices that empower our communities to thrive, lighting the way forward through:
- Cultural Awareness
- Trauma-Informed Strategies
- Mental Health & Wellness
Featured Speakers
Throughout the conference, you will hear powerful stories that inspire new perspectives from an incredible lineup of advocates and experts, including:
- Deputy Chief of Police, Julie Craddock of Anishinabek Police Service
- Superintendent Marcel Beaudin of the Ontario Provincial Police
- Dr. R. Nicholas (Nick) Carleton Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Regina
- Karen Bellehumeur of Bellehumeur Law
- Acting Sergeant, Aman Samra of the Vancouver Police Department
- And many more.
Why Attend?
This event is your opportunity to engage with a community ready to collaborate, share ideas, and develop actionable approaches that redefine best practices across our professions.
Come together. Work together. Grow together.
Register today—and get ready to ignite a renewed passion for your work!
Date & Location
- September 14-15, 2026
- Delta Hotel, 75 Lower Simcoe Street, Toronto, ON
Registration & Accommodations
- Early Bird Registration: $350
- Standard Registration: $450 (Starting August 7th)
- Accommodations: $499/Night (Book before August 13, 2026)
For any registration questions, please reach out to Santana@tapresources.ca or taylor.sayers@uccmpolice.com.
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