The Four Pillars of Public Safety Canada
Public Safety Canada (PSC) has one of the broadest mandates of any government department, responsible for managing natural and human threats, both domestic and international.Read more
What Can I Expect in a Countering Crime Diploma Program?
The goal of all public safety careers is, of course, the protection and well-being of our communities. Laurier’s Countering Crime diploma program embraces that fundamental principle and offers specific education in understanding community demographics and dynamics.Read more
The History of Policing in Canada - Infographic
The history of policing in Canada stretches all the way back to the 16th century. The timeline below highlights some of the major events and accomplishments in the Canadian history of policing.Read more
What Does a Public Safety Officer Do?
Wilfrid Laurier University’s online Master of Public Safety program is the only one of its kind in Canada which was designed in consultation with Public Safety Canada. Let’s take a closer look.Read more
What Should I Expect from an Online Master of Public Safety Degree?
Individuals who earn a master’s degree in public safety work in each area of Canada’s four pillars of public safety: national security, border strategies, countering crime, and emergency management.Read more
Online Bachelor of Arts in Policing Student Spotlight: Kostas Paschalis
I choose to do the program now largely because this particular program is 100% online. That was very conducive to my lifestyle, keeping in mind a work/family balance.Read more
Master of Public Safety Student Embraces the “Challenging Opportunity” to Further Her Career
People get into this program because they are dedicated to the field, Kelly explains. She finds encouragement knowing that she can approach them with the challenges she’s facing.Read more
