2019 Annual Report

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Policing excellence in New Brunswick

Table of Contents

From the Minister of Justice and Public Safety

From the Commanding Officer

Your RCMP – At a Glance

CORE Policing – Criminal Operations

Traffic

Protecting The Most Vulnerable

Community and Indigenous Policing

Heroes in Our Communities

A career with the RCMP starts with YOU

Federal Policing

Public Safety – everyone's responsibility

Codiac Regional RCMP

Northeast District

Southeast District

West District

Divisional Overview

Our Commitment

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Part of your community

Every day, the RCMP in New Brunswick works hard, not only to solve crime, but to prevent it. From conducting checkstops to curbing unsafe driving practices, leading investigations to help reduce the illegal drugs available on our streets, or simply reaching out to at-risk young people, we are committed to making a positive difference. While police have a vital role to play, our success rests heavily on strong partnerships within the communities we serve, with other law enforcement agencies and with our partners. Working together, we can achieve our collective goal in New Brunswick: to keep our beautiful province and its people safe and secure.

Tle'k Kwutanminaq

Te'sikiskik, Sikniktikewa'kikewaq Nuji-kla'qa'lua'tijik atikneta'jik, panuijkatmnew aqq naqa'tunew o'pla'tekemk. Nuji-kla'qa'lua'tijik jiko'taqatijik aqq enqa'la'tijik wenik kulaman ma' kepaqsayjimkuti'k, nikana'tu'tij tel-panuijkatmumk tel-piskwa'q wini-mpisun ntui'skasiktn wutank aqq apoqnmua'tijik nutqo'ltijik ta'n kitnma'tilijik, ketu' apoqntmek wula'siktn ta'n telo'ltimk. Nuji-kla'qa'lua'tijik keknue'k ta'n tel-lukuti'tij katu kulaman wul-pmiatew koqoey, nuta'tij apoqnmasuti wejiaq wutanl ta'n etl-lukutijik, pilue'l nuji-kla'qa'lua'timkl aqq wunaqapemuaq. Maw-lukuti'k, kisa'tesnu ta'n koqoey nuta'q maliaptasin Sikniktik: kulaman ne'kaw wla'sitew teli-anko'tmumkl aqq teli-westawikl wutanl aqq wulkaqnitew wikimk Sikniktik.

Wiciyawtomuhpon Ewikultiyeq

Ehtahsi Kiskahk, Nuci tqonkehcik yut nkitahkomikumon New Brunswick, sikoluhkhotuwok, kat tehpu 'kiluwapotomuniya memhuwi wapololuhkhotimok kenoq ona 'toqeci 'kolamatomuniya wapololuhkhotimok. 'Cipotuk tan tuci 'cuwi 'conelawa yuhut wosami kakawoqittucik, 'qeci nikani wewisiniya mesq petankuwetasikil wiwoneskahsuwikol awtik, kosona tehpu 'qeci 'qolopehlaniya yukt ewasisuwici mace wapolitahasulticik, nekayiw tehc wolluhkhotipon. Woli kcicihtasu nuci tqonkehcik ehcuwoluhkatomuhtit, ntahcuwapeman tena psiw etoluhkeweq naka psiw witoluhkemeq qaskuwiktaqiyil. Mawoluhkhotimok, komac ksahsonuwiw, 'kisihc mawi wicuhketomonen 'sankewawsuwakon yut nkitahkomikumon New Brunswick.

From the From the Minister of Justice and Public Safety

Hon. Hugh J. Flemming
Minister of Justice and Public Safety

Police officers are often the people we call when we are in our worst moments, when we need help. For the majority of New Brunswickers, the RCMP responds to those calls.

In addition to being ready to respond in emergencies, the RCMP works diligently around the clock to continuously enhance our safety and security. Police officers conduct traffic enforcement initiatives to keep our roads and highways safe. They patrol our communities, with a focus on reducing and preventing crime. Analysts and support staff throughout the province work day in and day out to enhance frontline operations, and to ensure strategic use of resources and constant engagement with our communities.

The RCMP's commitment and dedication to our communities, the wide range of specialized services they provide, and the expertise and effectiveness with which they operate has made our Provincial Policing Service one that is highly recognized across the country and internationally. It is those close working relationships with communities and partners that contribute most to New Brunswick's reputation as one of the safest provinces in Canada. Through collaboration, the leveraging of individual strengths, and mutual respect, we sustain and build our communities.

As New Brunswick's response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues in 2020, I am grateful for the professionalism, accountability and pride the men and women of the RCMP bring to their work every day. I know we will continue to rely on each other as we navigate whatever the future may bring.

Hon. Hugh J. Flemming, Q.C.
Minister of Justice and Public Safety

From the Commanding Officer

Assistant Commissioner
Larry Tremblay M.O.M
New Brunswick RCMP Commanding Officer

I write these opening remarks in the midst of new normal, one we couldn't have imagined in 2019. The emergence of COVID-19 and its ensuing spread around the world has forced us all to adapt and assume new roles and responsibilities. There are important conversations taking place at many levels as we examine the relationship between police and the communities we serve.

Among the challenges facing all of us are opportunities to learn from our experiences, and to forge new paths that strengthen and enhance our partnerships and abilities. The New Brunswick RCMP is able to meet today's challenges due to the work we have done up to and including in 2019. We, as police, will continue to rise to the task ahead, together with New Brunswickers.

I am proud to lead the New Brunswick RCMP as we work with our partners to protect our citizens. Our dedicated policing professionals are continually meeting today's evolving policing demands, while responding with care and compassion to keep our region and citizens safe.

In 2019, the New Brunswick RCMP furthered our legacy of policing excellence and operational success, leading province-wide initiatives; conducting targeted investigations and operations; and building on our accomplishments. We prioritized efficient and effective approaches to policing through intelligence-led, results-driven resource management. We built relationships with communities and partners, managed public safety issues and threats, and kept up with technological advances.

The value of this tireless work by our employees has never been more apparent than now as the response to COVID-19 continues. Our commitment to New Brunswickers remains the same – we are here for you, we are here with you, and we will meet this challenge as we have met all others – together.

I thank you for the trust you place in the New Brunswick RCMP. Through mutual collaboration, the sharing of information, and striving for common goals, we will continue to do great things for our region.

Assistant Commissioner Larry Tremblay M.O.M.
New Brunswick RCMP Commanding Officer

Your RCMP – At a Glance

Did You Know?

The New Brunswick RCMP employs 1,240* people (854 Regular Members, 386 Non-uniformed employees).

*Excludes commissionaires, auxiliaries, term and casual employees

• 19% Female RCMP Regular Members
  
• 6.8%** of NB RCMP members are Indigenous
  ** as per RCMP Employment Equity Representation Report

$157-million spent by the NB RCMP in fiscal year 2019. The majority of this money is invested back into New Brunswick communities by employees who pay taxes, own properties, purchase goods and services and donate to local charities; and by RCMP purchases of equipment and supplies.

RCMP police officers:

• conduct investigations and operations
• make arrests and pursue charges
• conduct patrols and traffic enforcement

RCMP officers are also required to:

• attend sudden deaths
• investigate reports of missing people
• respond to Mental Health Act calls
• attend court
• liaise with local elected officials
• conduct curfew checks

Urgent calls that must be responded to by a police officer are our priority. Other obligations – while important – may have to wait. The Telephone Response Unit or Call-Back Unit may handle calls that do not require police presence.

The RCMP polices 97% of the landmass and 70% of the population of New Brunswick, with 41 detachments across the province.

CORE Policing – Criminal Operations

Chief Superintendent Annie Pitre
Criminal Operations Officer – CORE Policing

The New Brunswick RCMP is comprised of some of the best police officers, analysts and support staff in the country. Our employees are highly trained according to National RCMP standards to ensure they are best equipped to provide consistent excellence in policing.

• Calls for Service 2019 124,094
  
• Calls for Service 2018 123,497
  
• Up 0.483%

Top 10 calls for service

1. False alarms - 9,365
2. Other Moving Traffic Violations - 5,029
3. Mental Health Act – Other Activities - 4,900
4. False/Abandoned 911 Call - 4,886
5. Traffic Collision(s) – Property Damage – Non-reportable - 4,253
6. Traffic Collision(s) – Property Damage – Reportable - 4,195
7. Assistance to General Public - 3,885
8. Other Theft Under $5,000 - 3,693
9. Assault - 3,683
10. Suspicious Person/Vehicle/Property 3,298

Strong policing starts with strong employees

The New Brunswick RCMP is committed to ensuring our employees have everything they need to do their jobs, from training, equipment and the latest technology, to mental health tools, physical fitness support and, respectful and healthy workplaces. Our employees look out for each other and continue to adapt to the new realities of policing to protect the safety of New Brunswickers.

Chief Superintendent Annie Pitre
Criminal Operations Officer – CORE Policing

Traffic by the Numbers

In 2019, there were:

• 68 fatal motor vehicle collisions (a 13% increase over 2018)
• 78 fatalities
• 13 fatal off-road vehicle collisions
• 23 fatalities in which people were unrestrained
• 25 fatalities in crashes involving alcohol or drug impairment
• 42 fatal motor vehicle collisions – other
• 9,908 total vehicle collisions
• 1,421 collision related injuries
• There were 305,819 vehicles checked
• 4,654 checkstops by the New Brunswick RCMP
• 319 roadside suspensions
• 439 vehicles impounded
• 19,372 tickets issued

Did You Know?

60% of fatal crashes in 2019 involved impairment or not wearing a seatbelt. How can you make roads safer? Buckle up, drive sober, follow the speed limit, put down your phone. If you know or suspect an impaired driver – call 911 – it IS an emergency.

In 2019, the New Brunswick RCMP was honoured to install this MADD memorial bench in front of our Headquarters in Fredericton as a reminder of the personal cost of collisions involving impairment.

Protecting the Most Vulnerable

Protecting vulnerable citizens is paramount to policing. The New Brunswick RCMP continues to engage with stakeholders and foster new and ongoing relationships with partners and citizens to identify youth at-risk, encourage diversion programs, advance mental health initiatives and protect the elderly.

Spotlight on Mental Health

Mental illness is an element of our society, and police officers regularly encounter individuals with mental health issues. The New Brunswick RCMP is committed to ensuring vulnerable citizens are kept safe, and to instilling an understanding and compassion for mental illness among our members.

Mental Health calls

• 4,067 (2017)
  
• 4,494 (2018)
  
• 4,900 (2019)

9% increase from 2018 to 2019

Did You Know?

The RCMP works closely with mental health professionals, including Mobile Mental health Crisis Units (MMHCU) operated by the Vitalité and Horizon Health authorities in several New Brunswick communities.

Community and Indigenous Policing

The New Brunswick RCMP is committed to fostering a change in the culture of our organization to attain and promote respect with Indigenous Peoples, clients, partners, communities, and employees through establishing and maintaining healthy relationships.

• 6.8% of NB RCMP Regular Members are Indigenous
  
• 4 Community Policing Officers – Indigenous
  
• 17 members of the Indigenous Employee Advisory Committee

Did You Know?

The J Division Indigenous Employee Advisory Committee (JIEAC) includes representatives from all ranks and categories of employee across the Division. It serves as a conduit for change by making recommendations to the Commanding Officer to continuously improve the way we interact with Indigenous Peoples and communities.

Justin McCarthy-Paul and Hannah Millier of Kingsclear First Nation were part of the RCMP's 2019 Indigenous Pre-Cadet Training Program (IPTP) which encourages Indigenous youth to pursue careers in law enforcement. Upon completion of their program, Hannah and Justin were hired by the New Brunswick RCMP for the summer to help with outreach and engagement. Justin has successfully applied to become an RCMP cadet. Hannah intends to pursue a career with the RCMP once she completes her university degree.

Heroes in Our Communities

The heart of policing is people. Ensuring public safety, and maintaining strong ties and relationships to the citizens and communities we serve is at the core of all we do.

Our employees chose to live in New Brunswick, and to raise families here. They buy homes, pay taxes, shop locally, play sports, and volunteer countless hours with a host of local groups and organizations.

Did You Know?

• 98% of New Brunswickers indicate feeling safer because of the RCMP.
• 81% feel the RCMP demonstrates professionalism in its work.

"RCMP officer in Welsford waited for us to return with gas and the daughter of the elderly woman who stayed in the car … and then put the gas in her car for them. Great public service from that officer! #RCMP Officer Terry Burns."

A career with the RCMP starts with you

There is no other police force in Canada that provides the levels of services and variety offered by the RCNP. With over 150 specializations, a career with the RCMP is full of opportunity for continued learning and growth.

Police Officer Careers. The RCMP offers an exceptional career, letting you make a real difference in your community and your country. As a police officer, you help ensure public safety and security, investigate crimes and enforce the law. Find out more at www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/careers

Telecommunications operators are the people who answer calls to 911. Their role is critical to the delivery of RCMP services. Moreover, they are lifelines for RCMP officers on duty, providing accurate, immediate information to keep officers safe. Find out more at www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/en/application-and-selection-process.

Civilian employees make a meaningful difference to public safety. From IT technicians, to criminal analysts, to administrative support, they play a critical role in delivering services to our communities. Go to www.jobs.gc.ca to learn about current opportunities.

Did You Know?

Since COVID-19, the New Brunswick RCMP Recruiting Unit has worked diligently to provide applicants with the same services as before. For safety measures, we have reduced the number of applicants present during the written RCMP Police Aptitude Test and have scheduled additional sessions to process more applicants. For more information, email nbrecruiting@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

Federal Policing Services

Superintendent Denis Roy
Criminal Operations Officer – Federal Policing

The RCMP's Federal Policing Program works diligently to enforce federal laws in New Brunswick. This includes securing Canada's borders between ports of entry, as well as ensuring the safety of critical infrastructure. Through intelligence-based law enforcement measures, Federal Policing investigates national and transnational security threats. The program also provides important services such as protection detail for dignitaries and other designated persons.

The Federal Policing Program's priorities include effective support of international operations, delivery of federal programs, and supporting the RCMP's enhanced visibility, reach and influence abroad.

Federal Policing also leverages national and international partnerships to reduce the threat and impact of serious and organized crime, such as Outlaw Motorcycle Clubs.
If you have information that could assist Federal investigations, please contact Crime Stoppers or your local police.

Superintendent Denis Roy, Criminal Operations Officer – Federal Policing

FPP Quick Facts

• 188 federally-funded employees working across the province
• Responsible for services such as VIP Protection, Source Witness Protection and Undercover Operations
• Street-level drug enforcement is the responsibility of the police of jurisdiction, not a function of the FPP

Public Safety – Everyone's Responsibility

Citizens are the eyes and ears of their neighbourhoods and communities, and are vital in helping to solve, reduce and prevent crime.

All calls to the RCMP are important. When you see something suspicious, suspect criminal activity, or when you have been a victim of crime – contact police. If it's a matter of public safety, such as a suspected impaired or dangerous driver – call 911.

Remember the "Public" in Public Safety. Everyone can help make their communities safer: take personal precautions such as locking your doors, and report crime and suspicious activity to police.

Reduce the Risk!

1. Close your windows and lock the doors.
2. Never leave your vehicle running unattended.
3. Park in a busy, well-lit area.
4. Remove personal belongings such as wallets, purses, credit cards, electronic devices, keys, loose change and shopping bags.
5. Report suspicious activity.

Important numbers

• Emergency: 9-1-1
  
• Non-emergency: 1-888-506-RCMP (7267) or 1-888-506-1GRC (1472)

Codiac Regional RCMP

Superintendent Tom Critchlow
Officer in Charge of Codiac

Providing comprehensive policing services to Moncton, Dieppe and Riverview, the Codiac Regional RCMP is the largest RCMP detachment in New Brunswick. We are committed to providing the best service possible, focussing on strategic, intelligence-led policing, while remaining cost-effective and accountable.

We continue to work closely with our partners, including business and community groups; mental health, addictions and social services; as well as schools and education officials, to name just a few.

Our greatest partnership is with the citizens of the communities we serve. You play an important role in reducing, solving and preventing crime, and the more we work together, the stronger and safer our communities become.

We are proud of our traditions, confident and capable to meet any challenge, and committed to ensuring that every citizen is safe and secure. Thank you for your support.

Superintendent Tom Critchlow
Officer in Charge of Codiac

Total number of calls 36,104

• Property crime 8,841
  
• Crimes against persons 2,894
  
• Drug Offences 256
  
• Checkstops 128
  
• POPA tickets 2,625

Codiac Regional Policing Authority (CRPA).

The CRPA is the governance body overseeing policing services for Moncton, Dieppe and Riverview. The board has 12 members, including municipal councillors and citizens from the three communities, and a Government of New Brunswick appointee. The CRPA sets the annual policing budget. Questions on costs of services should be directed to the CRPA.

Northeast District

Superintendent Shelly Dupont
District Commander

Serving the communities throughout the northeastern region of New Brunswick, the Northeast District RCMP focuses its efforts on proactive, strategic policing, targeting those crimes that are causing the most harm in our communities.

We continue to build on the positive relationships we have with citizens, community leaders, and Indigenous Peoples and First Nation communities. We work closely with our partners to address issues of local concern, and to take a collaborative approach to ensuring public safety.

We are committed to continuing to prioritize crime reduction and prevention, as well as making our roads safer through strategic enforcement, and incorporating innovative solutions to the work we do.

I thank you for your continued support. I look forward to continuing our great work together.

Superintendent Shelly Dupont,
District Commander

Total number of calls 24,498

• Calls per RSC*
  • RSC 2 7,074
  • RSC 3 2,909
  • RSC 4 10,935
  • RSC 5 3,580
• Property Crime 3,751
• Crimes against persons 2,651
• Drug Offences 25
• Checkstops 1,346
• POPA tickets 4,052

*Regional Service Commission

Southeast District

Superintendent Sylvain Leclerc
District Commander

The Southeast District RCMP is committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate and accountable policing to the communities we serve. With the support of our communities, we continue to combat criminal activity and enhance road safety ion our region.

The Southeast District is proud of the many positive relationships we have forged in the region, and we continue to strengthen those partnerships. Our employees are the bedrock of our successes, and we are dedicated to ensuring the health, safety and wellness of all who work for us.

We are committed to ensuring effective and sound management of our resources to provide the best policing service possible to the people of southeastern New Brunswick. Thank you for your continued trust in us.

Superintendent Sylvain Leclerc,
District Commander

Total number of calls 30,092

• Calls per RSC*
  • RSC 6 7,672
  • RSC 7 12,705
  • RSC 8 7,632
  • RSC 9 2,083
• Property Crime 4,804
• Crimes against persons 2,262
• Drug Offences 246
• Checkstops 1,311
• POPA tickets 7,725

*Regional Service Commission

West District

Superintendent Luc Breton
District Commander

Serving New Brunswickers from the Quebec border to the Bay of Fundy, the West District RCMP employs strategic, intelligence-led policing to help target those causing the most harm to our communities. We continue to provide excellence in policing services, reducing crime and improving road safety throughout our region.

The West District continues to work closely with our communities to address issues of local concern. We provide sound management and accountability to ensure resources are allocated efficiently, responsibly and effectively.

The dedication of West District employees is demonstrated in our many successes, and continues to foster and grow our many partnerships in the region. I thank you for your support and trust in us.

Superintendent Luc Breton,
District Commander

Total number of calls 33,400

• Calls per RSC*
  • RSC 1 5,183
  • RSC 10 7,616
  • RSC 11 12,920
  • RSC 12 7,681
• Property crime 4,865
• Crimes against persons 2,695
• Drug Offences 240
• Checkstops 1,869
• POPA tickets 4,970

*Regional Service Commission

Division Overview

Statistics reflected are subject to change based on the results of ongoing investigations, closure of files and other factors.

Our Commitment

As we move forward into the "new normal," the New Brunswick RCMP remains committed to providing excellence in policing to the people of New Brunswick. We continue to approach our work with compassion, professionalism and humility, recognizing and seizing upon opportunities to learn, improve and grow.

Your provincial police will always work with the communities we serve, empowering everyone to strengthen the safety and security of our home here in New Brunswick. We continue to explore new tools, resources and methodologies to ensure we remain capable of adapting and responding to whatever the future may bring.

We are committed to our communities and we will face new challenges and opportunities together with New Brunswick.

Date modified:

2020-12-10