The African, Caribbean and Black Network of Waterloo Region is calling on regional councillors to reject a proposed police budget increase. The Waterloo Regional Police Service board is expected to meet Wednesday to pass the 2023 operating budget. It will then go to regional council for approval.
The first report from a regional task force looking into ways to eliminate systemic racism in Waterloo Region will be presented to council on Wednesday evening.
Posted: Apr 23, 2021 10:50 AM ET | Last Updated: April 23
More than 8,000 people attended the Black Lives Matter march in Guelph in June, 2020. (Submitted by: Ward1studios)
Black community leaders in Waterloo region say they continue to have concerns about policing powers in the province under the current stay-at-home order and want to help people understand their rights going forward.
Last week, Premier Doug Ford announced stricter COVID-19 restrictions which included new police powers to stop pedestrians on the street or in vehicles if they appear to be violating COVID-19 protocols. This sparked backlash from many people.
Community development coordinator at the African, Caribbean Black Network of Waterloo Region. (Submitted by Lang Ncube.)
Waterloo Regional Police Service suspends diversity cruisers after community backlash
The Waterloo Regional Police Service has suspended its plans for so-called diversity cruisers after a community backlash that included criticism over artwork aiming to capture the spirit of Canadian newcomers.
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No pats on the back for doing right thing : Teneile Warren of the African, Caribbean and Black Network
Posted: Apr 09, 2021 4:45 PM ET | Last Updated: April 9
The first Waterloo regional police cruiser in a series of four was launched March 29 and received mixed reviews from some in the community.(Mark Araujo / Waterloo Regional Police)