CRM 1300 Lecture 18: 25th November 2016
12 Dec 2016
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There are over 60,000 police officers in canada. The rcmp makes up 27% (19,000) of all canadian police officers. Per capita, there are 184 officers per 100,000 citizens. Much lower than the us. (247 per 100,000 in 1998) Saskatchewan (193) has the most police officers per capita. Among cmas, thunder bay, regina and toronto had the highest. In 2016 there were 9000 female police officers. An increase of over 8% from 2010. There has been a steady increase of female officers since the early 1970s. Canadian government spent billion on policing in 2015. Identify criminal offenders and criminal activity and when appropriate, apprehend offenders and participate in subsequent court proceedings. Reduce opportunities for the commission of some crimes through preventive patrol and other measures. Aid individuals who are in danger of physical harm. Facilitate the movement of people and vehicles.
