UCCM Anishnaabe Police seeks permanent funding for intimate partner violence program – CBC

Mar 25, 2025

The 5-year initiative focused on establishing early intervention protocols

The UCCM Anishnaabe Police is seeking permanent funding to continue its Lighting the Fire Within program, which aims to address intimate partner violence in the six First Nations on Manitoulin Island and surrounding area it covers.

“[The] initiative was designed to equip law enforcement with the tools and knowledge needed to better serve communities by integrating cultural teachings, trauma-informed practices and strategic partnerships that enhance safety,” said Taylor Sayers, director of corporate services for the Indigenous police force.

Police Chief James Killeen said the five-year initiative, launched in 2018, focused on establishing early intervention protocols to address domestic situations.

Read More: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/sudbury/uccm-anishnaabe-police-intimate-partner-violence-1.7492182