There is no doubt that there is a gulf in the relationship between some citizens and law enforcement.
An showed only 45% of respondents thought RCMP personnel have a visible presence in their community, province or territory.
But the 撸奶社区detachment is working to change that with its Coffee With A Cop events.
The Sea to Sky RCMP 撸奶社区invites the public to share a coffee on Oct. 25, at Caffè Garibaldi in the 撸奶社区Adventure Centre, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
“Sea to Sky RCMP (Squamish) recognizes the importance of getting to know and connecting with people in their community. The informal setting of Coffee with a Cop gives citizens a chance to share any concerns, ask questions, engage with, and get to know the police in their community,” reads a news release from the local RCMP.
These events are a national RCMP initiative to enhance relationships between the police and the communities they serve.
“It is a great way to have the public and our members meet. We work hard to keep the community of 撸奶社区safe, but we recognize that policing is more than responding to calls; it is also about connecting with the community. Coffee with a cop provides that opportunity.” said Staff Sgt. Gareth Bradley of the Sea to Sky RCMP in the release.
