MACP Fall Conference and Minister of Justice Excellence in Law Enforcement Awards
The Fort Garry Hotel, 222 Broadway, Winnipeg
“Securing Tomorrow: Leadership and Innovation Across Public Safety”
Join public safety leaders for a forward focused conference addressing todays urgent challenges, from fentanyl crisis to evolving models of enforcement and accountability. With Keynote insight from Fentanyl Czar Kevin Brosseau and Evidence Based policing experts, this conference brings together policing oversight and enforcement professionals to explore strategic, data driven approaches to safeguarding our communities.
Wednesday, October 22nd 5:30pm – 7:00pm VIP Event / Reception Mezzanine North
Thursday, October 23rd 8:30am – 3:30pm Continental breakfast and buffet lunch are included
6:00pm – 9:30pm Minister of Justice Excellence in Law Enforcement Awards/Dinner – specifics to follow.
Rooms have been blocked at the Fort Garry Hotel under the “Manitoba Association of Chiefs of Police 2025” for $178.00. There are only a limited number of rooms, so if you intend to stay at the hotel on Tuesday and/or Wednesday and/or book your room as soon as possible.
Members can click on the link or call (204) 942-8251 (extension #4) and ask to reserve a room in the “Manitoba Association of Chiefs of Police” group block or provide block code MAC251022.
Speakers
Kevin Brosseau, Fentanyl Czar
As Canada’s Fentanyl Czar, Mr. Brosseau is focused on working closely with U.S. counterparts and law enforcement agencies to drive Canada’s ongoing work to detect, disrupt, and dismantle the fentanyl trade.
Mr. Brosseau brings extensive law enforcement experience to this role, having served in the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) for over 20 years, including as Deputy Commissioner and top cop in Manitoba. Recently, as Deputy National Security and Intelligence Advisor to the Prime Minister, Mr. Brosseau navigated Canada’s most sensitive security challenges.
He has demonstrated expertise tackling drug trafficking, organized crime networks, and other national security threats working with domestic and international partners.
A Harvard Law graduate, Mr. Brosseau also practiced law in both Canada and the United States. He is originally from Bonnyville, Alberta.
Jeryn Peters, Executive Director, Canada Border Services Agency
Jeryn Peters is the Prairie Region Executive Director for Canada Border Services Agency, overseeing operations in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and Northwest Territories. With over 25 years of public service experience beginning as a frontline Border Services Officer and advancing through roles including Superintendent, Chief of Operations, and Director she has developed deep expertise in operational leadership and border security.
A trailblazer for women in law enforcement, Peters is a passionate advocate for diversity, mentorship and wellness. She has championed initiatives such as the Future Women in Law Enforcement workshops, empowering and inspiring the next generation of female officers. Jeryn leads Regional the Leadership Development Mentoring Program and has spearheaded numerous wellness initiatives to support a stronger, healthier workforce.
Under Peters’ direction, CBSA frontline enforcement teams achieve excellence through intelligence-driven operations and interagency collaboration. She has led CBSA’s response to the growing threat of fentanyl and the trafficking of illegal firearms – two of the most pressing challenges facing law enforcement today. Peters has been notably involved in the Agency’s planning and cross-agency efforts to address the surge of asylum seekers at the border.
Jeryn is a recognized spokesperson for the CBSA, committed to educating Canadians on the Agency’s mission to protect Canada’s borders, ensure national security, and prevent the entry of illegal drugs, firearms and other threats.
Dr. Cynthia Lum
Dr. Cynthia Lum is Distinguished University Professor of Criminology, Law and Society at George Mason University and Director of GMU’s Center for Evidence-Based Crime Policy. She is a leading authority on evidence-based policing, an approach that advocates that research, evaluation, and scientific processes should have “a seat at the table” in law enforcement policymaking and practice. Lum has studied and written extensively about patrol operations and police crime prevention activities, police technology, investigations and detective work, and evidence-based crime policy. Additionally, she has developed numerous tools and strategies to translate and institutionalize research into everyday law enforcement operations. Dr. Lum is a Fellow of the American Society of Criminology, an appointed trustee to the Council on Criminal Justice, and a board director for the National Policing Institute. She is the founding Editor in Chief of Translational Criminology Magazine. She holds a PhD in Criminology from the University of Maryland, an MSc in Criminology from the London School of Economics, and BAs in Political Science and Economics from UCLA. Professor Lum is a former police officer and detective.
Chief Rich Johnston, Barrie Police Service
Chief Johnston brings 28 years of dedicated service to policing, having held a wide range of roles within the Barrie Police Service—from front-line operations to senior executive leadership. His professional journey reflects a deep commitment to advancing modern, evidence-based approaches in law enforcement.
Academically accomplished, Chief Johnston holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Philosophy from Queen’s University, a Master of Arts in Leadership Studies from the University of Guelph, and a Master of Studies in Applied Criminology and Police Management from the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom.
A nationally recognized advocate for Evidence-Based Policing, Chief Johnston currently serves as Director of Research on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Society of Evidence Based Policing. He is also a Board Member of the Coalition for Canadian Police Reform and Strategy and Governance Working Group Lead on the Research Advisory Committee for the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police. His contributions to the field have been recognized through his selection as a National Institute of Justice L.E.A.D.S. Scholar (Law Enforcement Advancing Data and Science).
In 2022, Chief Johnston was inducted into the George Mason University Evidence-Based Policing Hall of Fame and received the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police Excellence in Leadership Award, underscoring his impact as a forward-thinking and influential leader in Canadian policing.