Resolving this seemingly endless conflict is not about an answer that solves a 'problem', nor a treaty creating a stand-off, nor diplomacy.

In this episode, we cover many topics, particularly around professionalizing policing. John DeHaas has something invaluable to share.

Vancouver's Downtown East-side continues to deteriorate - despite many initiatives to save it. A new comprehensive ADR approach is needed.

Policing in B.C. has had a couple of turbulent years, Police morale and public confidence are going down. Here are my wishes for 2023.

Solutions to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict all seek to 'solve the problem'. But humans are complex. Peace rests on curious conversation.

The initial failure of an effective police management of the 'Freedom' protests underscores the need to revamp policing in British Columbia.

Civilian oversight of police conduct is a flawed, failed system; eroding public confidence in police. A professional college is recommended.

It’s time for the province to take on its responsibility for policing and do something constructive.

If we want leadership development, timely education, and effective accountability there needs to be a new professional model for policing.

Invited to appear before the committee following written submission. Oral summary followed by several questions from committee members.

On five police topics: unconscious racism, leadership status, organization of services, governance, and efficacy of exterior conduct review.

Biden's promotion of a two-state solution is politically driven, whereas enduring peace requires the engagement and work by those involved.

The global question for today's challenges is where will each of us, and all of us, set the balance between individuality and collectivity.

In a world in conflict, we must revolutionize our inherited thinking which no longer serves us. If we fail the trajectory ahead is dismal.

Does public involvement in police conduct review increase confidence in the police? In what roles? What the evidence reveals is surprising.

With actual cases, this paper examines impacts to public confidence and on the police by the self-interests of exterior oversight bodies.

This paper examines the evolved relationship of Canadian police with those at the margins of Canadian society and the changes now needed.

Restorative circles offer a homeless camp conflict a long-term resolution produced and supported by a strengthened community fabric.

In the aftermath of colonization, the Whistler-Vancouver Winter Olympics initiative began as an opportunity toward reconciliation.