WWC PARTNERS WITH ANISHINABEK POLICE SERVICE FOR ENHANCED MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT

Wounded Warriors Canada and The Anishinabek Police Service (APS) are proud to announce a new partnership aimed at providing innovative mental health training and support services to Anishinabek Police Service members and their families.

“Supporting the health of our members as they navigate the unique demands of policing is one of the greatest investments we can make as an organization ,” said Chief Jeff Skye, Anishinabek Police Service. “We’re incredibly grateful to partner with Wounded Warriors Canada to proactively meet the mental health and wellness needs of our sworn and civilian members.”

Through this partnership, Anishinabek Police Service will formally embed Wounded Warriors Canada as an additional layer of operational stress injury prevention and support for APS members and their families that incorporates a blend of education, counselling, and training approaches, fostering resilience and aiding recovery from post-traumatic injuries.

“Given the complexities of operational stress injuries and the level of traumatic event exposure faced by Trauma Exposed Professionals such as our First Nations police officers, partnerships are vital,” said Scott Maxwell, Chief Executive Officer, Wounded Warriors Canada. “This partnership with the Anishinabek Police Service will strengthen our ability to support the psychological health and safety of those who keep our First Nations communities safe and we look forward to working together in the months and years to come.”

About Anishinabek Police Service:

The Anishinabek Police Service (APS) services 16 unique First Nation communities across the province, stretching from Kettle and Stony Point First Nation in the south to Ginoogaming in the north.