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Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers 1 PREM I ER OF SASKATCHEWAN LEGISLATIVE BUILDING REGINA, CANADA S4S 0B3 2018 Crime Prevention Guide The Government of Saskatchewan is pleased to support the Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers’ (SFPO) Annual Crime Prevention Guide. This year’s guide focuses on increasing awareness about prescription drug abuse. When used properly, prescription medications help treat a variety of conditions, however, when misused they can cause dependence, overdose, and death. Our government takes prescription drug abuse seriously and together with our health care professionals and law enforcement officials we are actively working to create awareness of the dangerous effects of prescription drug abuse, as well as preventing these dangers from occurring. The government provides alcohol, drug and addictions resources for citizens to learn about the risks and effects of misuse and services available for recovery. We must all be vigilant in delivering a strong message on the consequences of drug abuse. The Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers represents over 1000 personnel from six municipalities across Saskatchewan. The SFPO is committed to upholding professionalism while providing support to our communities and making recommendations to the Saskatchewan Police Commission. All proceeds from this publication go directly to support improvements in law enforcement and to the SFPO to contribute to community-based programs. Thank you to the SFPO and to all active police personnel for your continued commitment to keeping our communities safe. Scott Moe Premier
2 Board of Directors President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Casey Ward Vice President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dean Pringle Vice President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Taylor Mickleborough Director – Regina Police Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Colin Glas Director – Saskatoon Police Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Harry Leroux Director – Moose Jaw Police Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Taylor Elder Director – Prince Albert Police Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Darryl Hickie Director – Estevan Police Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Evan Handley Director – Weyburn Police Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Darcy Cleasby Director – Saskatoon Senior Officer Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Patrick Nogier Director – Regina Senior Officer Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brent Ermel Executive Officer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bernie Eiswirth 306.539.0960 - www.saskpolice.com Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers - twitter.com/saskfed PO Box 26116, Regina, SK S4R 8R7 The Saskatchewan Federa,on of Police Officers represents over 1,300 police personnel from six municipali,es in Saskatchewan: Regina, Saskatoon, Prince Albert, Moose Jaw, Weyburn and Estevan. The SFPO is comprised of 8 police associa,ons from each of those ci,es including senior officer associa,ons in Regina and Saskatoon.
Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers 3 FROMTHE PRESIDENT Dear Supporter, As President of the Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers, I am proud to introduce our 10th Annual Crime Prevention Guide, focusing on Prescription Drug Abuse Awareness. On behalf of the 1,300 men and women representing the Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers, I encourage you to read through this year’s Guide. Our dedicated members of the Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers work hard every day to ensure the public’s safety, keep their communities safe and build public trust. Our officers in Saskatchewan continue to build relationships within our communities and we value these partnerships. Thanks to all for the contributions and support by many individuals, businesses and organizations throughout the province who make this publication possible through your generous donations. Thank you for continuing to work together to build safe communities throughout Saskatchewan. Sincerely, Casey Ward President Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers
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Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers 7 10TH Annual Community Guide TABLE OF CONTENTS Message from the Premier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Board of Directors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Message from the SFPO President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Publisher’s Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 SFPO made a $5,000 donation to to the Royal University Hospital Foundation’s “GREATE.R. Campaign.”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 CANADIAN POLICE ASSOCIATION | 2018 LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 14th Annual Saskatchewan Police and Peace Officers Memorial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Estevan Police Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Prince Albert Police Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Regina Police Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Saskatoon Police Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Weyburn Police Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 What is Prescription Drug Abuse? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Help Prevent Problematic Prescription Drug Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Prescription Medications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Opioid Crisis: No Easy Fix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 ‘The Crisis has worsened’: Opioid-related deaths on the rise in Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Warning Signs of Prescription Drug Abuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Opioid Overdose Signs and Symptoms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Adult Recovery: What to do if alcohol or drugs are causing problems in your life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 What is Fentanyl? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Frequently Asked Questions about Fentanyl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 How Canada Got Addicted to Fentanyl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Fentanyl’s Deadly Path. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 The FACTS about Street Fentanyl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Opioids in Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Teenager’s Death Sparks New Concerns About Fentanyl in Saskatoon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Take Home Naloxone: Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Preventing Overdoses with Naloxone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Naloxone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Take Home Naloxone Overdose Prevention Training and Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 5 Steps to Save a Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 New stats on SK opioid poisonings don't tell full story . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Addiction Treatment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Your Community has Connections to Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Methadone for Opioid Dependence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Where to Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 ADVERTISERS’ INDEX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 There’s Help for Drug Addiction | More Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 PRESCRIPTION DRUG ABUSE AWARENESS
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Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers 9 The donation supports the building, equipping and furnishing of the new Mental Health Assessment and Short Stay Unit for mental health and addictions patients and their families seeking emergency care at RUH. RUH’s new Adult Emergency Department is currently under construction and will be completed late in 2019. Its floor space will be almost 2.5 times larger than that of the current emergency department that was last redeveloped 40 years ago. It includes 35 separate examination rooms with glass sliding doors for increased privacy and safety, and has a helipad on the rooftop with direct elevator access to the Emergency Department’s trauma zone to enable faster response times. Proceeds from this 10th Anniversary Crime Prevention Guide allowed the SFPO to make a $5,000.00 donation to the Royal University Hospital Foundation’s “GREATE.R. Campaign.” Left to right: Bernie Eiswirth(SFPO Executive Officer) and Casey Ward(SFPO President) present a $5,000 donation to Tracy Muggli (Saskatoon Health Region Director of Mental Health and Addictions Services), Dr. Marilyn Baetz (Unified Head of the Department of Psychiatry for the Saskatoon Health Region and College of Medicine), and Arla Gustafson(RUH Foundation CEO) in support of the Royal University Hospital Foundation’s “GREATE.R. Campaign.”
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Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers 11 CANADIAN POLICE ASSOCIATION 2018 LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE This past April, PAO representatives along with their counterparts from across Canada met with MPs, senators and federal ministers as part of the 2018 CPA Legislative Conference. These individual meetings in tandem with a full business agenda provided association leaders with an opportunity to bring an informed message on behalf of our frontline to the members of all major political parties. This year our efforts focused on the three issues outlined below and we will continue to ask for status updates in the weeks and months ahead. The Issue Employment Insurance for Police Personnel on Parental Leave Police officers on parental leave are frequently and routinely subpoenaed during that leave to testify in criminal matters stemming from prior police duties. The practice of numerous police services in those instances was to have the day of the court appearance added to the end of the parental leave, extending it by the amount of time lost for the officer to prepare for and attend court as required. A few years ago Employment Insurance (EI) conducted an examination of this practice and essentially concluded it was a contravention of the EI provisions with respect to applicable earnings. Even though the compensation was provided in time only to make up for the leave lost, EI took the position that it amounted to additional employer provided earnings which were then subject to claw back from the EI payments as income. Therefore if the member claims the court appearance in time compensation from the Police Service employer, it is considered as applicable earnings and deducted from his/her EI parental leave benefit. There is no longer any ability to provide additional time at the termination of the parental leave for police officers in recognition of the time lost to court appearance. Essentially the officers appear in court, lose days off their parental leave which cannot be recouped. The Solution The CPA would like to propose an amendment to the Act and/or regulations governing Employment Insurance to ensure that if a police officer on parental leave is subpoenaed to court as a result of prior police duties, that any compensatory time provided in recognition of that not be unnecessarily clawed back by EI. This amendment would at least provide a reasonable opportunity for our colleagues to recoup the time lost with their families and also recognizes the unique challenges that they face trying to balance their obligations as police officers against those new challenges they face continued Canada’s Minister of Public Safety Ralph Goodale meets with CPA President Tom Stamatakis prior to the Minister’s presentation to CPA delegates gathered in Ottawa
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Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers 13 as parents; a time that most other Canadians enjoy unfettered by their employment obligations. The Issue Mandatory Minimum Sentencing Police officers are, appropriately, subject to the most rigorous oversight regime of any profession in Canada, and while incidences involving use-of-force are extremely rare (less than 1% of interactions, according to Canadian statistics), there are occasionally cases where police personnel have been held accountable for what the courts have deemed unlawful usesof-force. Sections 220 and 236 of the Criminal Code of Canada provide for mandatory minimum sentences of four years when an individual is convicted of manslaughter or criminal negligence causing death, where a firearm has been used in the commission of the offence. While the original goal of these minimum sentences was to act as a deterrent with respect to the proliferation of firearms, unfortunately these minimum sentences fail to take into account the unique nature of the duties of police personnel, who are required to carry a firearm as part of their regulation uniform, and can deploy that firearm as part of the recognized use-of-force continuum. Because police officers are expected, in the course of their duties, to intervene in numerous operations where the risk of physical and psychological harm is present, both for the officers themselves, and the public in general, we believe it is important to draft a sentencing framework that allows judges to have the discretion necessary during sentencing, to recognize the unique circumstances faced by police personnel, particularly with respect to firearms. These incidents are dynamic and unfold quickly requiring officers to make split second decisions where even a momentary lapse of judgment could mean the difference between a successful intervention and one subject to review. The Solution The CPA asks Parliament to consider drafting a new sentencing framework with respect to Sections 220 and 236 of the Criminal Code of Canada to recognize that police personnel are authorized, and at times required, to use their firearms in the course of their duties, and to exempt officers from the mandatory minimum sentences prescribed in the current Criminal Code of Canada, giving the judiciary the discretion to recognize that even in circumstances where police officers are being held accountable, that the officers themselves may have been acting in good faith as they discharged their duties. CANADIAN POLICE ASSOCIATION 2018 LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE continued continued SFPO members meeting with Ralph Goodale
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Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers 15 The Issue Parole Reform Targeting Repeat and High-Risk Offenders The Canadian criminal justice system is a complex and interconnected process where action, or inaction, in one area can have unintended and negative consequences in another. The need to effectively target repeat offenders is significant because, as front line law enforcement officers know all too well, a defining reality of our justice system is that a disproportionately small number of offenders are responsible for a disproportionately large number of offences. Operationally targeting such offenders produces positive public safety results and the same is true of targeted legislation and policy. It is in that context that the Canadian Police Association continues to propose the creation of statutory consequences for offenders who commit new offences while on conditional release and to replace the entitlement of statutory release with discretionary parole. These amendments are proposed in the belief that early release from a court imposed sentence should be a privilege to be earned and not a right to be demanded. The Solution Create the Offence of breaching conditional release: It is critically important that there be an accurate record kept with respect to an offender’s breach of conditions while on early release so that any future justice system decisions take into account such conduct. This reality is reflected in the creation of a separate criminal offence of breaching the conditions of bail or probation yet, inexplicably, breaching the conditions of parole is not a criminal offence. Require reporting of breach of conditional release by supervising authorities: After the fact examination of crimes committed by repeat offenders such as Albert Foulston, demonstrate that breaches of conditional release by offenders are not always reported to the Parole Board of Canada which means its authority to suspend or revoke early release is neutered. Creating an obligation on a supervising entity, which includes offender advocate groups as well as Correctional Service Canada (CSC), would resolve this deficiency and enhance offender and institutional accountability. SFPO President Casey Ward at CPA meeting Issue 69, PAO Magazine CANADIAN POLICE ASSOCIATION 2018 LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE continued
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Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers 21 Estevan Police Association purchased ‘Cross Fit’ equipment for local youth to use when training at the Estevan Cross Fit facility. “Serving with Pride” ESTEVAN POLICEASSOCIATION “Serving with Pride” The Estevan Police Association continues support for youth education. This year’s recipient of the Estevan Police Association Bursary was John Sasi, presented to him by the Estevan Police Association President at the 2018 awards night in Estevan. S/CST Brienne Malmgren and Tyler McMillen of the Estevan Police Service give a $1,000 donation to Holy Family Roman Catholic School Division - Sacred Hearts School for upgrades to one of the local playgrounds. Estevan Police Association purchased ‘Cross Fit’ equipment for local youth to use when training at the Estevan Cross Fit facility.
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Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers 23 Prince Albert Police Association Team placed first in the Inaugural Year (2018) of the Kid Sport fundraiser and plan on defending the title next year. Kid Sportraises funds to enable local less-fortunate youth to have registration fees and equipment supplied so they have a chance to participate in community sports. Thanks to some fantastic community partners in Fresh Air Experience, Genes Cycle & Sports and Propaganda, the Prince Albert Police were able to give these youth brand new bicycle helmets in June 2018. Dozens of helmets are going to youth to protect themselves from head injuries. Congratulations to Prince Albert Police Service’s three new officers who graduated from Saskatchewan Police College in June 2018: Constables Danyliuk, Gahrha and Benitez, pictured with Acting Chief Rowden. Cst. MacDonald helping control traffic with a young future police officer in May 2018. PRINCE ALBERT POLICE ASSOCIATION “With Integrity and Innovation We Deliver Service to Our Citizens” “With Integrity and Innovation We Deliver Service to Our Citizens”
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Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers 25 REGINA POLICEASSOCIATION “Respectful - Professional - Service” “Respectful - Professional - Service” Regina Police Association executive board members with Hon. Ralph Goodale at the 2018 Canadian Police Association Lobby Day Regina Police Association sponsored members who participated in the Law Enforcement Ride to Remember, pedalling from Prince Albert to Regina in remembrance of those who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Regina Police Service recruit class President, giving opening remarks at 2018 Regina Police Association Spring Retirement Gala Regina Police Association Regina Red Sox Family Fun Day Sgt. Kelly Berting and Cpl. Angela Desjarlais as Masters of Ceremony of the 2018 Regina Police Association Spring Retirement Gala
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Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers 27 SASKATOON POLICEASSOCIATION “Honour - Spirit - Vision” “Honour - Spirit -Vision” The Saskatoon Police Association congratulate Chief Weighill on his retirement and thank him for the professional relationship they shared during his time as Police Chief of the Saskatoon Police Service. The Saskatoon Police Association welcomes Chief Troy Cooper as he joins the Saskatoon Police Service. We look forward to working with him to make Policing the best it can be for the Members of the Saskatoon Police Association and the citizens of Saskatoon. Executive Members of the Saskatoon Police Association attended the 2018 Legislative Conference and speak with a number of Members of Parliament including discussions with Minister of Public Safety, the Honourable Ralph Goodale. Important conversations were had regarding the mental health of Police and other first responders. The Saskatoon Police Association "honour" recently retired members at the 2018 Annual Retirement Social and Pig Roast. Congratulations to all who retired and thank you for your service!
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Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers 29 WEYBURN POLICEASSOCIATION Weyburn Library Branch Supervisor Colin Evans handed out certificates of appreciation, during a donor appreciation event held on May 26. At left, Constable Melinda Mintenko of the Weyburn Police Service accepted on behalf of the Weyburn Police Association. At right, Dallin Chicoine accepted on behalf of Prairie Sky Coop. Congratulations to Cst. Bartsch & Cst. Mintenko who both received a Chief’s Commendation for their dedicated work on their respective community policing initiatives on minimizing impaired driving & mental health awareness. Weyburn Police Association donated $500 to SE Regional Library Weyburn to help in recouping the cost of stolen electronics & games lost in a break & enter. Representing the WPA, Cst. Wiebe presents the donations to Debbie Tollefson of the Weyburn library branch.
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Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers 31 WEYBURN POLICEASSOCIATION He is known in the community as the police officer who runs for a good cause Marathon for Mental Health Weyburn Police Service Constable Jeff Bartsch has been making a name for himself running various half-marathons, full marathons and other road races in full gear, or the weighted equivalent, to raise awareness and money for mental health issues. His reputation is stretching across the border, as he is beginning to be invited to a number of races in the United States. Over the past two years Cst. Bartsch’s uniformed running campaigns and events for Mental Health Awareness in police uniform has drawn the attention of law enforcement members in the California area who also run in uniform for charity. Project Remember and The Blue Stampede, founded in California, are uniformed police officers who also run for charity and have partnered with Cst. Bartsch as their “Canadian Contact”. Starting his 2018 running charity year, Cst. Bartsch has run in excess of 120km in his uniform and raised over $6,000 for Mental Health charity. Cst. Bartsch has been in the spotlight of the media by also bringing the family of a fallen RCMP member from Nova Scotia to Saskatchewan to have his son partake in the 2nd Annual Saskatchewan Ride to Remember law enforcement cycling ride from Prince Albert to Regina in the fall of 2017 to honour his dad, fallen RCMP Cst. Derek Pineo. These are just a few of the successes of Cst. Bartsch since the inception of his community policing initiatives and Mental Health Awareness campaign entitled, Marathon for Mental Healthwhich was founded in late 2015. In 2018, Cst. Bartsch was personally invited to run the 3rd Annual Run to Remember Los Angeles’ 21.1km halfmarathon in full uniform in Los Angeles, California on April 8, 2018 by the race director Mark Kirunchyk, a retired police officer from the southern California area. This run is held annually to honour those who have lost their lives in the line of duty. This race was started by its initial race in Boston, Massachusetts after the tragic events from the Boston Marathon bombings. Run to Remember Boston was created to honour the first responders who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Run to Remember Los Angeleswas then started and is now in its third year. You can find out more about this event online: https://www.runtorememberla.org/uniform-challenge/ Cst. Bartsch was invited to represent the three fallen Canadian Police Officers who paid the ultimate sacrifice in 2017: Cst. John Davidson (Abbotsford PD), Cst. Francis (Frank) Deschenes (RCMP Nova Scotia) and Cst. Richer Dubuc (RCMP Quebec). Cst. Bartsch was awarded the formal title of “race ambassador” in 2017. Not only will Cst. Bartsch represent these three Canadian Heroes as the only continued Left to right: Cst. J.R. (Jeffery) Bartsch #83 (Weyburn Police Association Member and founder of Marathon for Mental Health), Officer Joe Cirrito (LAPD), Officer Ryan Gill (San Leandro PD Calif)
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Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers 33 WEYBURN POLICEASSOCIATION Marathon for Mental Health uniformed Canadian officer running, he will run alongside uniformed US law enforcement officers from all over the United States. Cst. Bartsch is proud to accept this challenge and opportunity to showcase positive community policing and involvement and is proud to be a member of the Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers. Cst. Bartsch started a fundraiser in conjunction with the Police & Peace Officers’ Memorial Ribbon Society to raise funds to be turned over to the families of the three fallen Canadian Police Officers mentioned above. Three blue line flags will be carried by Cst. Bartsch during the 21.1 km halfmarathon and will also be presented to each of the families along with the donations and will be awarded at various annual memorial services for the three fallen police officers later this year. You can donate to this fundraiser online at: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/pages/marathon-formental-health-2018/ Just prior to the Run to Remember Los Angeles, a total of $1,100 was raised by Cst. Bartsch for the three fallen members’ families for the Police & Peace Officer’s Memorial Blue Ribbon Society, bringing his total mental health and fallen officer multi-fundraising campaigns to $7,100 in just under three years. On April 8, 2018, Cst. Bartsch attended and completed the memorial race as the only Canadian uniformed police officer running the 21.1km half-marathon uniform challenge through the streets of downtown Los Angeles and Beverly Hills. Cst. Bartsch not only represented his country, but also was an ambassador for the Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers. Cst. Bartsch carried three Canadian blue line flags at the Run to Remember Los Angeles, amongst many American flags. Not only did Cst. Bartsch represent the Weyburn Police Service, his country and his fellow police officers, his campaign efforts have led to many partnerships and friendships south of the border, and has many other police and peace officers intrigued about running in their uniforms for the cause. Upon returning back to Weyburn and with the conclusion of the Run to Remember Los Angeles, Cst. Bartsch, yet again, has risen up to the challenge by organizing and spearheading a group of four uniformed police and peace officers gearing up to run the Weyburn Opportunity Road Racein Weyburn on Father’s Day, June 17, 2018. Messages and support have poured in from officers to attend and join Cst. Bartsch for this event. So far, Cst. Lamontagne of the Weyburn RCMP Traffic Services, Officer James Robertson of the Commercial Vehicle Highway Transport Patrol Ministry and Corrections Officer Anthony Clark will join Cst. Bartsch in their respective uniforms for the run. In the fall of 2018, in conjunction with Project Remember in California, Cst. Bartsch and Weyburn Police Service Cst. Melinda Mintenko are gearing up to attend the 2018 Rock and Roll Marathon in Las Vegas, Nevada with many US uniformed officers from the Run to Remember Los Angeles. Members of Project Remember L-R: Sgt. Patrick Donovan (Cook County Sheriffs Office – Illinois), Cst. Bartsch, Officer Ryan Gill (San Leandro PD-Calif), Officer Sean Dodge (Modesto PD-Calif), Officer Neil Cervenka (Turlock PD-Calif) Left to right: Officer Sean Dodge (Project Remember- Modesto PD), Theresa Ann (Love with Lemons), Cst. Bartsch Left to right: Cst. Bartsch, Officer Ryan Gill (San Leandro PD- Calif)
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About Problematic Prescription Drug Use Intentionally taking medication that has not been prescribed to you, to get high or change your mood, is problematic prescription drug use. The most common types of prescription drugs that can lead to problematic use include: • Opioids, which can be prescribed to treat certain kinds of pain • Benzodiazepines, which can be prescribed to treat anxiety and sleep disorders • Stimulants, which can be prescribed to treat attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) • Counterfeit Prescription Drugs, are drugs not approved by Health Canada. Problematic use of these medications can cause serious health effects, including substance use disorder (addiction), overdose and even death. These risks increase when medications are: • taken at higher doses • taken in a different way or for different reasons than they were prescribed • used with alcohol or other prescription, over- the-counter or illegal drugs Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers 35 What is ... Prescription drug abuse occurs when someone takes a medical drug that was not prescribed for them or they take it in a different manner than it was supposed to be taken. Most people who abuse a prescription drug take more of the drug than a person who takes it for medical purposes. Abusers will build up tolerances to most drugs, meaning that it takes more and more of a drug to produce the same effect. After a while, the abuser may be taking much larger doses than normal. And a person abusing a drug may change its form, for example, they may crush a pill or dissolve a drug so they can inject it. This helps the drug reach the bloodstream faster and have faster effects, such as euphoria and a sedated feeling or perhaps increased confidence and increased activity, depending on the type of drug being abused. www.narconon.ca WHAT IS PRESCRIPTION DRUG ABUSE? continued
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Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers 41 Did you know? It is best to use the same pharmacy for all your prescriptions.The pharmacist will get to know you and your medical history, which will help identify any harmful interactions with other medications that you are taking.Learn about your medication: • Ask your healthcare professional why you are being prescribed the medication, how it should work, and whether you will need regular checkups or tests. •Ask about how to reduce the risk of side effects and possible harmful interactions with food, beverages (like grapefruit juice), vitamins, and herbal supplements. • Ask when you should expect to start feeling better, and if and when you should go back to your doctor. • Ask your pharmacist for documentation /pamphlets on the medications you are taking. Store Medications Safely • Always keep products in their original containers, even when travelling. • Never combine different medications in the same bottle. • Keep products in a cool, dry area, away from the sun. • All medications must be kept out of the reach of children. Dispose of Medications Properly At least once a year, go through your medicine cabinet and remove all prescription and nonprescription medications that are expired or that you no longer take. Medications must be disposed of correctly: return them to your pharmacy or to your local waste disposal depot. Report a side effect It is important to report a side effect to a medication by contacting your healthcare professional. www.canada.ca Prevention of Opioid Misuse and Addiction 1) Educational initiatives delivered in schools and community settings 2) Supporting consistent use of Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs e.g.The Drug Information System (DIS) i. Records all prescriptions used and filled of a patient usually linked to Provincial Healthcare Number ii. Allows Health Care Providers to monitor and look for signs of abuse and misuse of drugs for a particular patient’s drug file 3) Aggressive law enforcement efforts to address doctor shipping and pill mills 4) Providing healthcare practitioners with tools for managing pain, including prescribing guidelines and enhanced warning on drug labels with expanded information for prescribers Research on the Use and Misuse of Fentanyl and Other Synthetic Opioids Wilson M. Compton, M.D. Deputy Director, National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA).March 21, 2017 https://democratsenergycommerce.house.gov/sites/democrats.energycommerce.house.gov/fil es/Testimony-Compton-OI-Hrg-Fentanyl-Opioid-Crisis-2017-03-21.pdf HELP PREVENT PROBLEMATIC PRESCRIPTION DRUG USE continued You can also report it directly to Health Canada.
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