Trent University LPKMI, Advanced Topics in Law & Policing Conference:
Knowledge Mobilization on Current Issues, Class of 2019.
Trent University
APRIL 17
PETERBOROUGH
The Speakers
STUDENT RESEARCHERS
STUDENT RESEARCHER
TAYLOR ABBAS
Taylor Abbas is a fourth-year Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science major with a specialization in Law and Policing at Trent University, and a researcher with LPKMI.
Ms. Abbas conducted research in collaboration with Ms. Kimball on how police officers can optimize resources when first responding to an opioid overdose.
Other research projects she has conducted include determining the best practices for youth drug education and mitigating youth drug addiction with the Human Services and Justice Coordinating Committee and Trent Community Research Center, and determining the best fingerprint processing method on semi-porous surfaces with the Ontario Provincial Police’s Forensic Identification Service in Smith Falls, ON.
Taylor’s goal after graduation is to become a member of the Ontario Provincial Police with the objective of becoming a FIS officer.
EMILY BRUSHETT
Emily Brushett is a fourth year Bachelor of Forensics and Psychology Honours student with a specialization in Law and Policing at Trent University, and an avid researcher with LPKMI.
Ms. Brushett conducted research in collaboration with Ms. VanSteeland on how police agencies are reacting to mental health in police officers, and how they help those in need with their practices and policies.
Ms. Brushett enjoys travelling and studied abroad in England last year to challenge herself and further her education in a different curriculum.
After graduation she hopes to work in the forensic psychology field, or in the Forensics Unit within police services.
STUDENT RESEARCHER
STUDENT RESEARCHER
MICHAEL COMEAU
Michael Comeau began his studies at Trent University in the September 2014 and is expecting to graduate in June 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science and Chemistry.
His research into LPKMI at Trent University has led to a topic of what the current status of laws around cybercrime, and what are the challenges law enforcement encounter or may encounter when apprehending cybercriminals? He is also currently working on another major research paper involving tetramine poisonings.
Michael looks forward to getting involved in school projects and providing high energy to his work. Mr. Comeau hopes to pursue a career in forensic toxicology after graduation.
JESYKA GALASSO
Jesyka Galasso is a Bachelor of Arts student in Anthropology and Bachelor of Science student in Archaeology at Trent University, and a researcher with LPKMI.
Ms. Galasso conducted research on recruitment challenges for visible minorities in policing and the best practices to overcome these challenges. Ms. Galasso graduated Trent Universities Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science program in 2018 and has completed a thesis on distribution partners of blowflies in the Peterborough area.
Ms. Galasso currently resides in Peterborough, ON and next is planning to achieve a Law Clerk and Paralegal diploma at Fleming College. Jesyka research interests include, forensic anthropology, criminology, and law.
STUDENT RESEARCHER
STUDENT RESEARCHER
STACEY KASUDLUAK-MOREAU
Stacey Kasudluak-Moreau is a Bachelor of Forensic Science student at Trent University, and a researcher with LPKMI.
Stacey conducted secondary research in collaboration with Alexander Van Driesum on police interrogation techniques and false confessions. She is also a college graduate with a DEC in Science from John Abbott College in Quebec, where she achieved an English Honours Certificate. She also received two academic achievement certificates and the Jon and Shelagh Grant Prize during her time at Trent University which recognizes the top Inuit student at Trent.
Stacey hopes to pursue a career in a forensic laboratory as a laboratory technician. Ms Kasudluak-Moreau is currently residing in Peterborough ON.
VICTORIA KENNEDY
Victoria Kennedy is a fourth year Bachelor of Forensic Science student at Trent University, and a researcher with LPKMI. Ms. Kennedy has volunteered within the Trent community in various capacities, including volunteering with the Forensic Science Department.
On behalf of LPKMI, Victoria pursued secondary research in the area of the CSI Effect and its impact on the jobs of police officers on behalf of LPKMI. The specific impact that was researched was the new public perception of police officers with the emergence of CSI and other forensic-related television shows.
Victoria is set to graduate from Trent with her degree in June 2019. After graduating she is looking to pursue a career within the judicial system after completing subsequent degrees. This interest includes both local and federal police agencies as well as areas of the public service pertaining to law.
STUDENT RESEARCHER
STUDENT RESEARCHER
TAMARA KIMBALL
Tamara Kimball is in the process of receiving a Bachelor’s Degree in Forensic Science at Trent University. Specializing in Law and Policing, Ms. Kimball is a researcher with LPKMI.
Current research is with Taylor Abbas on the Opioid Crisis and how police officers can optimize resources when first responding to an opioid overdose. Other research interests include Forensic DNA Phenotyping and topics in abnormal psychology.
Hobbies include being outdoors, going to the gym, being with friends and family and working part-time as a Manager at McDonalds. Ms. Kimball intends to gain valuable work experience in law or policing upon graduation.
SHELBY LYTWENKO
Shelby Lytwenko is a Forensic student currently studying at Trent University. Shelby also has a specialization in Law and Policing.
Shelby is a researcher with LPKMI, and is conducting research on the use of Expert Witnesses for Social Media in the courtroom. Shelby will also be publishing the work done by her and her partner Mrs. Richardson.
In addition, she has done research into developing a Cannabis DNA database to track the illegal distribution of the plant. Her areas of interests include policing, DNA analysis and identification services as well as forensic anthropology. Shelby hopes to obtain a laboratory position in forensic science relating to DNA and identification services.
STUDENT RESEARCHER
STUDENT RESEARCHER
CLAUDIA MASATTI
Claudia Masatti is a fourth year student at Trent University, graduating this spring with an Honours Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science. On behalf of LPKMI, Claudia conducted research on the current best practices for first responding officers when dealing with people in crisis. Additionally, she designed an independent research project involving the use of cadaver dogs and 3D-printed dog noses in the detection of human remains during police investigations.
An aspiring professional in the field of law and policing, Claudia also completed a professional placement with Toronto-based CCSK Criminal Law this past summer, where she gained first-hand experience working with practicing criminal defence lawyers.
Claudia resides in Caledon ON, and in her spare time she enjoys performing with Peterborough’s Anne Shirley Theatre Company. Upon graduation, she hopes to pursue a career as a lawyer or crime scene investigator, where she can apply her knowledge of forensic science and the criminal justice system to serve the community.
MELODIE MEDEIROS
Melodie Medeiros is a Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science at Trent University and a student researcher with LPKMI.
Ms. Medeiros conducted research on the development of optimal interviewing techniques for the purpose of aiding children’s autobiographical recollection between the ages of 3 to 10 years in the theme of forensic investigations. Melodie has a strong passion for continuing research on topics that touch upon children’s engagement and involvement in aspects of both law and policing.
STUDENT RESEARCHER
STUDENT RESEARCHER
TAMARA NEWELL-BELL
Tamara Newell-Bell is a Bachelor of Science student in Forensic Science and Biology, with a specialization in Law and Policing. With LPKMI, Tamara has conducted research on the challenges that face community policing, as well as how police agencies are overcoming the challenges.
Currently, Tamara is an Emergency Medical Responder with Trent University’s Emergency First Response Team and maintains a place on the Dean’s Honour Roll. She received an Undergraduate Student Research Award in 2018 to begin conducting her thesis project, and now hopes to continue to pursue opportunities in emergency response and forensic science.
NESHEE RICHARDSON
Binesheehnse (Neshee) Richardson is a current Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science student specializing in Law and Policing at Trent University. She is a research member of LPKMI.
Ms. Richardson, alongside her partner Ms. Lytwenko, have conducted research on the use of Expert Witnesses for Social Media in the courtroom. Ms. Richardson has also done research into developing a Cannabis DNA database to help track movement of illicit Cannabis. Her areas of interest include Law, and Anthropology.
KELLY RINTOUL
Kelly Rintoul is currently completing her Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science, with a specialization in Law and Policing at Trent University. With LPKMI,
Kelly has been researching the under-representation of women in policing. Outside of LPKMI, she has had the opportunity to conduct thesis research on the germination of a fungal pathogen under the supervision of Dr. Barry Saville.
Kelly is also involved in many extra-curricular activities including being the President of the Pre-Law Society and Captain of the Trent Dance Team. Upon completion of her Bachelor’s degree, Kelly plans on continuing her education in the Environmental Sciences.
ALEXANDER VAN DRIESUM
Alexander van Driesum is a Bachelor of Arts student in Forensics and Anthropology at Trent and a researcher for LPKMI. Mr. van Driesum collaborated with Stacey Kasudluak-Moreau to study best practices for avoiding false confessions in police interrogations.
Alexander has previously worked as a Student Border Services Officer for the Canada Border Services Agency and is a coach at the Trent Boxing Club. He mentors new coaches in boxing and teaches self-defence. He is looking towards the military and frontline law enforcement for a career and hopes to continue studying and teaching unarmed tactics.
STUDENT RESEARCHER
NICOLE VANSTEELAND
Nicole VanSteeland is a Student Researcher with the LPKMI at Trent University. She is in her final year and will be obtaining her B.Sc degree in Forensics and Biology.
Ms. VanSteeland conducted research in collaboration with Ms. Brushett on how police agencies are reacting to mental health in police officers, and how they help those in need with their practices and policies.
Ms. VanSteeland enjoys working out in her spare time, to test her body’s limits and to improve her overall health. She also enjoys reading novels to expand her mind and knowledge. After graduation Ms. VanSteeland intends to return to her hometown of Sault Ste. Marie ON where she hopes to obtain a position with the Forensics Unit within police services, more specifically with the crime scene investigation unit.
STUDENT RESEARCHER
STUDENT RESEARCHER
STUDENT RESEARCHER
The Speakers
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
THERESA STOTESBURY
Dr. Theresa Stotesbury is a cross-appointed faculty member with the Forensic Science and Chemistry Departments at Trent University. She is a co-founder of Impact Scientific, a forensic research group dedicated to providing new and innovative technologies to forensic bloodstain pattern analysis (BPA). Credited with the development of a silicon sol-gel based blood substitute, her material is being integrated into forensic curricula world-wide. Her research group has the pleasure of being actively involved in aspects of BPA training with police and laboratory personnel, a testament to her group’s passion of bridging the gap between practitioners and academia.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
LYNNE BUEHLER
Lynne is Inspector of Support Services at Peterborough Police Service.She was born in Peterborough and lived in Trenton and Montreal before returning to Peterborough to attend Trent where she earned a BA in
Psychology. She joined the Service in 1985 and was one of the first five women hired.
Lynne has had many opportunities in policing over her 33 years, but her favorite roles were as a Detective in the sexual offences section, Staff Sergeant of Community Services, and her current role where she leads a
Division of forty civilians and officers.
Outside of work she volunteers on the Board of Directors for the Kawartha Halliburton Children’s Aid Society and the Youth Emergency Shelter. She earned her Masters Degree in Public Administration in 2015.
She is an avid reader and gardener, and a terrible farmer. She is married to a very good farmer and has one daughter.
KEN BYERS
Ken Byers was called to the Bar in 1981. He graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School in 1979. He grew up in Peterborough, Ontario, is an Alumni of Trent University and was awarded the Engineer’s Award from Trent representing the most outstanding student in the discipline of Physics. His intellectual ability in this field has proved most valuable in the practice of law. Many cases involve serious accidents and the physics of accident reconstruction, breathalyzer instrumentation, DNA or other science-based evidence.
Initially, Ken worked with prominent lawyer Martin Telpitsky, his mentor during his early years, who had a tremendous influence on Ken’s approach to the practice of law.
Since 1983, Ken has been a founding partner in Daley, Byers, a firm exclusively practicing in criminal defence work with 11 office locations throughout Ontario. Ken’s expertise is not limited to the legal arena. In addition to being recognized as an expert by the Ontario Court of Justice, Ken was a member of 5 Canadian Champion Lacrosse teams and has been inducted into the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
RHONDA SMITH
Rhonda was called to the Bar in Ontario in 1993. She then practiced primarily in the areas of criminal law, as Crown and Defence Counsel, as well as labour and employment, and human rights law. From 2007 to 2018 she ran a dispute resolution firm providing services to governments, the broader public and private sectors. She has been involved in a variety of other professional areas including corporate governance in investigations, conflicts of interest, and organizational excellence. Rhonda is a member of the Law Society of Ontario, the ADR Institutes of Ontario and Canada, and the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences. She is a former Board Member of the Canadian Mental Health Association - Peterborough Chapter, Five Counties Children’s Center, Trent University Board of Governors, and presently sits on the Board for 4thLine Theatre.
Rhonda has a strong affiliation with Trent University because growing up in Peterborough her first job at 16 years was working in the Trent Athletic Complex while she rowed competitively. She has been the Professor of Law in the Forensic Science Program since 2009 and since 2017 the Program Coordinator of the Trent/Swansea Law & Arts/Business Dual Degree Program. She has been nominated by her students for a number of teaching awards over the years.
Rhonda developed and is teaching the Advanced Topics in Law & Policing Course and with her undergraduate students, is doing research in the areas of ‘Expert Scientific Evidence in Criminal Courts’, ‘Criminal Profiling’, and ‘The impact of aboriginal knowledge on criminal justice players decision-making.” She has presented her research on expert scientific evidence at the International Association of Forensic Science Conference 2017 and the Canadian Society of Forensic Science Conference 2018.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
STEPHEN KYLIE
Mr. Stephen Kylie, is a long-time Peterborough resident. After graduating from St. Peter’s Secondary School, he went on to study Math and Economics at Trent University before obtaining a law degree at the University of Ottawa. After being called to the bar in 1980, Mr. Kylie returned to Peterborough to practise with Howell Fleming and Fox & Potts before becoming a partner at Potts & Kylie. He currently works as a sole practitioner.
His community contributions are numerous and involve such current roles as Chair of the Peterborough Poverty Reduction Network, Chair of The Mount Community Centre, Past President of the Peterborough-Kawartha Federal Liberal Association, and, as a member of the Rotary Club of Peterborough, Co-Chair of the Rotary Victory Day Fireworks and Family Night. Previously, Mr. Kylie has served on the Board of Directors for Peterborough Utilities Group and is Past Chair and Director of St. Joseph’s Care Group, which operates St. Joseph at Fleming and Marycrest at Inglewood Seniors’ Residence.
For his contributions, he has been recognized with two Rotary International Paul Harris Fellowships and is a recipient of the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal, as well as the City of Peterborough Sports Personality of the Year, an Ontario Volunteer Service Award, and the City of Peterborough Civic Award. Other Awards Mr. Kylie has received include: the Greater Peterborough Chamber of Commerce 2016 Business Citizen of the year, United Way Peterborough + District 2016 Scholfield Award of Community Distinction and the City of Peterborough 2015 Community Betterment Award.
Mr. Kylie was initially appointed to a two-year term in the alumni seat on the Board of Governors in 2013. He was also designated a three-year term in an external seat, as of July 1, 2015. As of July 2017, Mr. Kylie has been appointed for a two-year term as Chair of the Board of Governor.
JOANNE VERBRUGGEN
Joanne Verbruggen has been a Police Officer for over 20 years. She started her career with York Regional Police where she performed uniform patrol duties for 5 years. Joanne then transferred to Quinte West Police as a uniform member and then came to the Ontario Provincial Police through amalgamation.
Joanne has spent a total of 10 years working in uniform patrol duties and 11 years as a member of the Provincial Liaison Team. Her job is to build relationships and to establish open and honest lines of communication with all individuals. She has been involved in large events across Ontario such as Presidential visits, government summits, Olympics etc. She is also responsible for dealing with demonstrations. Joanne has attended large scale demonstrations in order to assist with a peaceful resolution and to help facilitate peaceful and lawful protests.
Joanne has also been a Crisis Negotiator for 10 years and does this on top of her regular duties. She has responded to calls across the province and has been flown into remote communities to assist with armed and barricaded individuals.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
MIKE ILLES
Mike studied at Trent University where he received his M.Sc. and continues to teach as a Professor for the Forensic Science Undergraduate and Graduate Programs. Mike retired from the Ontario Provincial Police as a Regional Manager of Forensic Services and has provided expert opinion evidence in the Canadian, the USA and the Netherlands court systems. He has instructed on forensic science in the United States, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Scotland and other Canadian Academic Institutions. Mike teaches courses in Crime Scene Investigations, Trends in Forensic Science, Scientific Methodology in Forensic Science, and Basic Bloodstain Pattern Analysis. His research interests include bloodstain pattern analysis, pedagogy in forensic science, and forensic epistemology.
SHARON BEAUCAGE-JOHNSON
Sharon Beaucage-Johnson is a graduate of Trent University in Peterborough Ontario with an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree; and she has completed several courses in psychology, adult education, communication and human resources. She also completed the ADR and Difficult Conversations training through the Faculty of Law, University of Windsor, Community Mediation Skills Training Level 1, and Effective Communication training.
Most recently, Sharon conducted a series of conflict resolution training sessions with front-line workers in a Federal Government Ministry. The training took her into eight offices in different provinces across the country. Within the last year she also conducted conflict resolution and team building training for a Provincial Government Ministry.
Sharon has been a part-time professor in the Forensic Science Department since 2007 teaching two upper year courses; Professional Placement and Community Research Single-Credit Thesis. She has also been the workshop leader for the law-related courses, a guest speaker in several courses including Criminology and Biocrime, and a supervisor for four fourth-year theses. This year Sharon is co-supervising an undergraduate research thesis ‘The impact of aboriginal knowledge on criminal justice players decision-making’ where she is offering support from the Aboriginal perspective.
As an experienced facilitator, educator and trainer, Sharon has worked with individuals and in group environments using her exceptional ability to identify fresh perspectives which clarify complex situations.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
SANELA MARTIC
Dr. Sanela Martic received M.S. degree in Chemistry from McMaster University (2005) under the supervision of Dr. Michael A. Brook. She then joined Queen’s University where she obtained her Ph.D. degree (2009) in Chemistry under the supervision of Dr. Suning Wang and co-supervision by Dr. Gang Wu. Dr. Martic carried out her post-doctoral work at Western University and University of Toronto Scarborough with Dr. Heinz-Bernhard Kraatz. In 2012, she joined the Department of Chemistry at Oakland University (USA) as a tenure-track Assistant Professor, and was promoted to Associate Professor in 2017. In January 2019, she joined Trent University as Assistant Professor in the Department of Forensic Science. The research in Martic lab is focused on the biological biomarker identification, detection and toxicology screening using a variety of bioanalytical and biochemical tools.
STUDENT RESEARCHER
KELLY BLAYLOCK
Kelly Blaylock is a fourth year Bachelor of Forensics and Biology Honours student in Forensics and Biology with specialization in Law and Policing at Trent University, and a researcher with LPKMI.
Mrs. Blaylock conducted research on behalf of LPKMI on PTSD in law enforcement officers and the barriers associated with treatment and management in the workplace.
Kelly resides in Peterborough, ON, and in her spare time enjoys weight lifting to improve overall strength. She also enjoys reading novels and true crime books to expand her knowledge in various fields. After graduation, Kelly hopes to pursue a career with the OPP within the Forensics Unit or Criminal Investigation Branch.
TORI BLACK
Tori Black is a fourth year student from Peterborough, Ontario. She is studying at Trent University where she is currently working towards completing an undergraduate degree in Forensic Science and Business Administration. Tori has particular interest in the fields of law enforcement, forensic pathology, and is currently researching techniques used in investigations involving child witnesses and victims. She hopes to one day apply her research to a career in law enforcement.
Outside of her studies, she enjoys her time caring for her two-year-old son and sharing her love of the outdoors with family and friends. In her previous years at Trent, she held multiple leadership positions as part of the Trent Equestrian Club as Vice President and President while simultaneously competing on the Trent Synchronized Swimming Team. Tori has a passion for animals and enjoys hunting, fishing, and has recently discovered a fascination for taxidermy.
STUDENT RESEARCHER
The Venue
1680 West Bank Drive
Peterborough, Ontario
Agenda
APRIL 17
8:45 - 9:15
Registration, Meet your Student Ambassador
9:15 - 9:40
Welcome and Information Session with Stephen Kylie and Rhonda Smith
9:40 - 10:20
Keynote Speaker 1,
Inspector Lynne Buehler, Peterborough Police
The Changing Landscape of Policing
10:20 - 10:35
First Break, Networking
10:40 - 11:10
Plenary Session 1 Topics:
1. Best Practices in Interrogation to Prevent False Confessions.
2. Ensuring the reliability of Child Witness Statements.
3. Current Practices: First Responders and People in Crisis.
4. Optimal Law Enforcement Interviewing for Child Autobiographical Memory.
11:15- 11:45
Plenary Session 2 Topics:
1. Community Policing: Challenges & Best Practices.
2. Recruitment Challenges: Visible Minorities & Policing.
3. Addressing Under-representation of Women in Policing.
12:00 - 1:00
Lunch & Luncheon Speaker
Ken Byers: Criminal Defence Lawyer - Daley, Byers, Trent Alum
Plenary Session 3 Topics:
1. Prevention vs. Reaction in Policing Mental Health Practices.
2. Best Practices to Support Enforcement Personnel with PTSD.
3. Optimizing Resources to Respond to the Opioid Crisis: An Enforcement Challenge.
1:05 - 1:35
Plenary Session 4 Topics:
1. The CSI Effect & Public Perception: Should anything be done about it?
2. Cybercrime & Criminal Apprehension: The Law & Policing Challenges.
3. Is Social Media so specialized it requires Expert Evidence?
1:40 - 2:10
Second Break,
Networking
2:15 - 2:30
2:30 - 3:00
Plenary Session 5
Mike Illes: Forensic Epistemology: Studying the Crime Scene
A/Sgt. Joanne Verbruggen: Indigenous Policing Unit, OPP - Women in Policing through the Lens of My Career
3:05 - 3:50
Round Table Sessions
Students and Attendees will be assigned a room for an interactive discussion on career paths, life experiences and best advice from the professionals
With moderators Professor Sharon Beaucage-Johnson, Professor Mike Illes, Dr. Theresa Stotesbury and Dr. Senala Martic
3:50 - 4:30
Closing
Networking - "meet the researchers" poster session
FAQ
What is LPKMI?
LPKMI stands for Law and Policing Knowledge Mobilization Incorporated, it is our fake non-profit organization developed by the fourth year students in this course. This 'company' is for the purposes of our course only and is not a real organization.
When is this happening?
April 17th, from 8:45-4:30, with a lunch period at noon.
Where is this happening?
The Student Centre at Trent University, 1680 West Bank Drive in Peterborough.
Who is presenting?
The class of FRSC 4380 Advanced Topics in Law and Policing, and keynote speakers Lynne Buehler, Rhonda Smith, Mike Illes, and Theresa Stotesbury.
Why is this relevant to me?
The students are presenting on current topics and issues in the fields of law and policing, bringing you the most current and cutting edge research available on these topics. They will also be joined by keynote speakers, who have experience in various fields.
Is there a cost? If so, how much?
If you are a professional, the cost is $25. If you are a student, the cost is $15. This is to cover your lunch, and administrative fees. We are a non-profit organization and all excess proceeds are being donated to Halliburton and Peterborough YWCA.
How do I RSVP?
Please click on the link in the top right corner of your screen, this will allow you to fill out your RSVP information. Please note you must also purchase a ticket the day of the conference at registration.
How do I purchase tickets?
You must pay for your ticket the day of the conference, please bring cash.
Can I invite other colleagues?
Of course! All are welcome to forward/print the poster attached, or this website to any colleagues who may be interested.
Will there be food provided?
There will be a lunch provided by the Seasoned Spoon on Trent campus.
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