26th Annual Crime Prevention Guide INSIDE THIS ISSUE: PEIPA Supports the Community PEI’s Race Against Drugs Terrorism in Canada Identifying Radicals How to Report a Threat to National Security P r i n c e E d w a r d I s l a n d P o l i c e A s s o c i a t i o n
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3 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS Message from the Premier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 PEI Police Association Executive Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Publisher’s Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Message from the Mayor of Summerside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Message from the Mayor of Charlottetown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Message from the Summerside Chief of Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Message from the Charlottetown Chief of Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 We Support the Community / Photo Album . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Domestic Terrorism Awareness Radicalization / Violent Extremism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Terrorism in Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Montreal Teen Sentenced to 3 Years for Terror-Related Charges . . . .33 Radicalization of Youth as a Growing Concern for Counter-Terrorism Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Identifying Radicals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Building Resilience Against Terrorism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 The Strategy – Prevent, Detect, Deny and Respond . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 How Police Can Stop A Terrorist In Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Report a Threat to National Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 More Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 ADVERTISERS’ INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 www.peipolice.com PHOTO: ROY ANTEL Students run out of a high school in Regina, SK on September 23/08, as an officer runs in during a hostage incident.
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5 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE MESSAGE FROM THE PEIPA PRESIDENT On behalf of the Members of Prince Edward Island Police Association, I’d like to thank the citizens and business members in our Island communities for supporting our Annual Crime Prevention Guide project. We very much appreciate your financial contributions and your interest in our community publication. Our 26th Annual Crime Prevention Guide focuses on Domestic Terrorism Awareness and offers education in identifying and reporting potential Domestic Terrorism, which seems to be an all-too-often occurrence around the globe and even on our own Canadian soil in recent years. us get back to enjoying the precious gift of life. Sincerely, Corporal Ron MacLean President Prince Edward Island Police Association EXECUTIVE MEMBERS Ron Kennedy Vice-President East Jason Blacquiere Vice-PresidentWest Ron MacLean President Allan Kelly Recording Secretary Tim Keizer Secretary Treasurer Dale Corish DirectorWest Sid Stead Director East
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7 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE MESSAGE FROM THE PUBLISHER This 26th Annual Crime Prevention Guide covers the potential consequences of Domestic Terrorism, focusing on the radicalization of our youth which can lead to acts of violence and terrorism, such as the tragic 2014 police shootings in Moncton, NB and the thwarted attack at Nova Scotia’s Halifax Shopping Centre. This publication is designed to educate and promote the public’s role in identifying and reporting potential Domestic Terrorism, and is made possible as a result of financial contributions from residents and business representatives throughout the province to support the activities of the PEI Police Association and allows them to give back to their communities through donations to various local charities and youth-oriented programs. On behalf of the PEI Police Association, I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank each and every contributor of our 2015 Telephone Appeal. This unique publication is distributed free-of-charge each year to schools, libraries and public facilities and it is also available online at www.peipolice.com, making it easily accessible to everyone. Your comments or suggestions regarding these publications are always welcome and we look forward to speaking with you each year during our Annual Telephone Appeal. “Providing quality, professional marketing and fundraising services on behalf of high-profile, non-profit organizations across Canada.” www.fenety.com 1-800-561-4422
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9 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR OF SUMMERSIDE On behalf of Council and the City of Summerside I would like to convey many congratulations to the Prince Edward Island Police Association on their 26th Annual Crime Prevention Guide publication. This year’s theme “Domestic Terrorism Awareness focusing on the Radicalization of our Youth” is a relevant and timely topic to educate and discuss with the public. Terrorism remains the principal threat to national security, stressing the need to work with communities to counter insidious recruitment efforts on Canadian soil. Radicalization of youth is becoming one of the most important threats of international terrorism in the world today. Socially isolated, disenchanted young men and women turn to extremism in their search for identity, acceptance and purpose. I extend congratulations to all police officers who are dedicated and committed to their jobs and through their skills and programs ensure residents and visitors experience the highest level of service and an exceptional quality of life here in the City of Summerside. I am proud in knowing pertinent information will be shared with our community, and along with other crime prevention programs will ensure our City is a safe and healthy place in which to live, work and raise a family. Congratulations on your 26th publication of the Annual Crime Prevention Guide and many thanks to all for their dedication and hard work that it takes to accomplish this publication. Sincerely, Bill Martin Mayor City of Summerside
10 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE The Town of Stratford is pleased to support this Guide and the work that the P.E.I. Police Association does on behalf of our residents. MacKinnon Bros. Service Centre 419 Mount Edward Road Charlottetown, PE Licensed Mechanics Inspection Alignment Brake Service (902) 892-7781 (902) 892-2771 RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL ♦ Ready Mix Concrete ♦ Slinger Service ♦ Sand & Gravel ♦ Foundation Packages ♦ Floors ♦ Sidewalks ♦ Concrete Pumping Service ♦ Radio Equipped Trucks ♦ Pre-Cast Products ♦ Delivery & Spreading Services Charlo etown 235 Mason Road Orders: (902) 569-4444 Office: (902) 569-5970 • Fax: (902) 569-3224 Summerside 180 West Drive Orders: (902) 436-3372 Office: (902) 888-3823 • (902) Fax: 436-1728 Enjoy prime locations, comfort & convenience. Variety of apartment styles. 902-566-2490 www.killamproperties.com
11 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR OF CHARLOTTETOWN On behalf of the City of Charlottetown, I would like to extend our best wishes and congratulations to the Prince Edward Island Police Association for the production of their 26th annual awareness guide. This year the topic of Domestic Terrorism is one that affects all Canadians, in Charlottetown we are committed to playing our role in building resilience to acts of terrorism and strengthening our deep commitment to the protection of our city and its symbolic meaning to our nation. In closing, please accept our best wishes and thanks to everyone involved in the Prince Edward Island Police Association not only for what they do through their community involvement as police officers their contribution to making Prince Edward Island a better and safer place to work and live. Clifford J. Lee Mayor City of Charlottetown
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13 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE Congratulations to the PEI Police Association for continuing their good work again, in producing their 26th annual crime prevention guide. This year the Association has picked ‘Domestic TerrorismAwareness focusing on the Radicalization of our Youth’ which has become much too commonplace today. Radicalization is the process by which individuals are introduced to an overtly ideological message and belief system that encourages movement from moderate beliefs toward extreme views. When radical thoughts lead to violence and other criminal behaviour, society can be put at risk by the actions of individuals and groups. Before this occurs, authorities need to take lawful steps to target the illegal behaviour. Canadians must work to counter extremist violence, and preventing the radicalization of young people is a natural place to start. The radicalization of youth is not a new phenomenon. Radicalization to violence has not been, and will not be limited to a single group, religion, culture, ethnicity or worldview. Extremist groups from the entire political spectrum as well as those with a different outlook have long sought out adolescents by exploiting existing cultural, moral grievances and capitalizing on the natural desire for adventure that many young people have. Today more than ever, the lives of young Canadians are lived online. The World Wide Web is used by children, pre-teens, and teens for research, learning, entertainment, social networking, and to just pass the time. The widespread use of the web is facilitated by the fact that computers are readily accessible in classrooms, libraries, and bedrooms of youth. While the internet provides access to rich educational experiences, great entertainment, and the chance to connect with friends around the clock, it also creates a number of risks that young people, parents, and guardians need to be aware of. There are the commonly known concerns of identity theft, online predators, and cyber-bullying but there is another issue that we need to collectively work to address which is ‘Radicalization to Violence’. Recently, we have seen a number of youth radicalized not because of a direct experience but because of trends and events that sometimes occur in distant regions. Overwhelming guilt or a grievance that comes to a head can lead an individual to act violently domestically. The internet also poses a number of risks to young Canadians. The federal government and its partners are working to monitor websites that disseminate radical messages, encourage violence, and seek to recruit youth into the ranks of extremist organizations. However, monitoring and the disruption of internet sites by law enforcement agencies is only a temporary measure as the material is often duplicated elsewhere with the click of a mouse. Aiding in the radicalization of youth is when the messages come from a role model figure. Messages will resonate more if the source is perceived to be a family member, close friend, spiritual leader, or someone respected for their role within a group. In light of this, there are a number of things that parents, teachers, and community leaders can do to lessen the risks and facilitate a safe internet experience for younger generations. The radicalization to violence of youth ultimately originates within specific communities. Therefore, it is essential for adults within these communities to be aware of the risks and with youth and available partners to counter radicalization. Parents, teachers and caregivers want to provide guidance to keep young people safe in the real world and it should be no different when they venture online. Having a two-way conversation that values the opinions of young people is important. In many cases, young Canadians can navigate the virtual world more efficiently than adults and recognizing this expertise can go a long way toward facilitating a friendly discussion. We can all play a role in this prevention. J. David Poirier Chief of Police Summerside Police Services MESSAGE FROM SUMMERSIDE’S CHIEF OF POLICE
14 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE 85 Belvedere Avenue, Charlottetown, PE C1A 6B2 Pineau’s Fuelsinc Furnace, Diesel & Stove Oil Fast Friendly Service • Automatic Delivery • Budget Plans Available Serving Rustico and Central Areas (902) 963-2443 Fax: (902) 963-2878 100% Locally Owned and Operated Rustico, PE KING WOK RESTAURANT Specializing in Chinese Food (902) 436-6333 Fast Take-Out Service Excellent Canadian Food Eat In or Take Out 239 Water Street, Summerside Senator Elizabeth Hubley Proud to Support the PEI Police Association John Vautour (902) 314-5314 john@inspectR.ca www.inspectr.ca inspectR.ca 308 North Queen Elizabeth Drive Charlottetown, PE C1A 3B5 505 Granville Street Summerside, PE C1N 6V7 Tel: 888-2108 Fax: 888-2038 479 Church Street P.O. Box 308 Alberton, PE C0B 1B0 Tel: 853-3361 Fax: 853-2332 Craig Williams, DIP OPTOM. F.O.A. (S.A.) OPTOMETRIST, CAO Member Canadian Tire Store # 20 20 Babineau Avenue Charlottetown, PE C1A 0G1 T 902.892.0868 F 902.892.4128 Locally Owned and Operated Since 1939
15 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE MESSAGE FROM CHARLOTTETOWN’S CHIEF OF POLICE This year marks the twenty-sixth anniversary for the PEl Police Association. Part of the work of the Association involves the production of an annual crime prevention/awareness guide. Each year the guide provides educational material and information which helps raise awareness and provide discussion points on an important issue facing our communities. This year the guide focuses on the issue of Domestic Terrorism and more specifically Radicalization of Youth. We live in a widely changing world amid many areas of turmoil and unrest. With reported increases in Canadian, American and British citizens joining the ranks of terrorist organizations, the mindset of a terrorist, as being from a disadvantaged or marginalized country, striking at the western values from abroad, is slowly fading. Radicalization of youth is becoming one of the most important threats of international terrorism in the world today. Socially isolated, disenchanted youth turn to extremism in their search for identity, acceptance and purpose. The need to combat radicalization, is placed on the shoulders of law enforcement, but the community has to share the burden if it is to be successful in this battle. Communication between all levels of government and community is vital for the success of deradicalization. Education and information are key components to making our communities safer. The information provided in this guide; coupled with your willingness to talk about the issue with a friend, family member, co-worker can be the first step in addressing such issues. The production of this guide and other guides not only raise awareness on important issues, but also assist the Police Association in the efforts to fund and support very worthwhile projects within our Island communities. On behalf of the members and staff of the Charlottetown Police Services, I would like to congratulate the PEl Police Association for the production of this year’s community guide, and wish the Association every success in the future. Yours truly, A. Paul Smith, O.O.M. Chief of Police
16 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE Thomas M. Carver Ltd Lime, Fertilizer, Sand & Gravel Loader, Dozer, Float Rental Alliston, PE C0A 1R0 Phone 962-2989 1-902-962-2891 Fax 1-866-364-3555 Toll Free ISLAND WIDE ROOFING KEEPING THE ISLAND DRY FREE Estimates Fibreglass Shingles, Metal Roofs, Eavestroughing GUARANTEED Workmanship FULLY Insured Owners/Operators ON SITE DANNY HOGAN (902) 838-4653 GLENN ELLIS (902) 394-4389 www.IslandWideRoofing.ca Island.Wide.Roofing@live.ca AUTO BODY Phone # (902) 368-3827 PREFERRED INSURANCE REPAIR FACILITY “LIFETIME” GUARANTEE ON COLLISION REPAIRS Matt Koughan Steve Perry Sam Koughan GENTEKTM T&K Home Improvements Blueshank Road, Summerside Prince Edward Island C1N 4J9 www.gentek.ca Terry Peters Tel: (902) 436-5485 Fax: (902) 436-2429 tpeters@royallepage.ca 14 Great George Street, 3rd Floor, Landing Place Charlottetown, PE C1A 4J6 (902) 368-3675 www.cooke.ca 4 MacAleer Drive, Sherwood, PE CHARLOTTETOWN BOTTLE AND METALS LIMITED Dealers in copper brass, radiators, batteries, steel, bottles, etc. BILL KINNEY Bus: (902) 566-9897 Res: (902) 566-3238 Mailing Address: PO Box 1136, Cornwall PE C0A 1H0 TIMBERVIEW LOGGING RR1, Georgetown Royalty, PE C0A 1L0 (902) 652-2202 timberview@pei.sympatico.ca Gerard Blanchard RR #1, Hunter River, PE C0A 1N0 (902) 621-0688 29 Garfield Street, Charlottetown, PE Phone: (902) 566-4736 AUBREY’S BOTTLE EXCHANGE & RECYCLING LTD Proud to support the P.E.I. Police Association Serving PEI since 1969
17 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE PEIPA SUPPORTS THE COMMUNITY Norma McColeman (East Prince Family Violence Prevention Services), Det/Corporal Ron MacLean (PEIPA President) & Vickie Deveau (East Prince Family Violence Prevention Services). The PEIPA has been a long-time supporter of East Prince Family Violence Prevention Services. PEIPA member Constable Lindsay Rogers making a financial donation to Karen Hatcher, Executive Director of the College of Piping. Throughout the year the PEIPA partnered up with various organizations like the “Y’s Men”,“100 Women”, various Educational Institutions and the Youth to enrich the lives of young Islanders to prepare them for life's challenges. Shown here is Constable Keizer (PEIPA Executive member), Colonel Grey High School students, with Tyler Larter (YouthWorker – Colonel Grey) ) and Cst. Gallant. Constable Kennedy making a donation to Kenny MacDougall of the Eastern Express AAA Bantam Hockey Team. The PEIPA recently purchased sweatsuits for the Island Wrestling Academy as shown here by Clay Campbell and Daniel Moase. Corporal Jason Blacquiere with Logan MacDougall (Three Oaks Senior High) and Constable Brett Montgomery. The PEIPA & the Summerside Police Union purchased uniforms for the Mens AAA Basketball Team in honour of their 40th anniversary. Det/Corporal Ron MacLean and Constable AmyWalfield with students from Greenfield Elementary School. The PEIPA has been a long- time supporter of the Breakfast Program. Summerside Police Officers donate their time feeding the students breakfast.
18 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE 17 West Street Charlottetown PEI C1A 3S3 Tel (902) 892-7667 Fax (902) 368-8629 ereagh@eastlink.ca MacFadyen Farms Ltd RR#1 Borden Carleton, PE C0B 1X0 902.437.2322 Bus: 902•838•3535 Fax: 902•838•2474 Robertson Road, Montague, PE PO Box 1120, Canada C0A 1R0 GAVAN GILL INC. BELMONT METAL WORKS 892-8469 BELMONT DISTRIBUTORS 566-1336 44 BELMONT STREET GAVAN GILL CHARLOTTETOWN, PE PRESIDENT C1A 5H1 566-5924 Chinese & Canadian Food At Its Very Best Saturday Buffet 4:30 - 8:00 • Fully Licensed • Air Conditioned • Banquet Room • Eat In or Take Out • Buffet For 20 or More 836-5055 31 Broadway Street, Save Easy Mall, Kensington 176 Great George Street, Suite 300 Charlottetown, PE C1A 4K9 T: 902.368.8122 F: 902.628.4660 E: dsi@deltaware.com W: www.deltaware.com 24-HOUR RN CARE REGULAR DOCTOR VISITS PRIVATE OR SEMI PRIVATE UNITS CLOSE TO ALL AMENITIES 82 BEDS, 68 NURSING, 14 COMMUNITY CARE PLANNED ACTIVITY SCHEDULE HOME COOKED MEALS Nursing License No. 4 Community Care License No. 26 (902) 659-2337 (902) 659-2865 www.gillislodge.com BELFAST West Prince Bookkeeping Certified Simply Accounting Consultants Personal and Corporate Tax Returns Pleased to support the PEIPA Elmsdale, PE 902-853-3470 West Prince Industry Center
19 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE PEIPA SUPPORTS THE COMMUNITY Atom A-Powal Ice Dragons Atom A Sussex Rangers Bantam A-TASA Ducks Midget A-Southshore Ice Sharks PeeWee A-Sackville Macs Novice A-Summerside Capitals Eastern Express after they won the SPUDTournament held in Charlottetown. PEIPA 2015 Minor A Hockey Classic
20 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE Reliable Motors Ltd is proud to support the Prince Edward Island Police Association PO Box 2830, 78 Allen Street Charlottetown, PE C1A 8C4 Phone: 566-4409 Web: www.reliablemotors.ca 418 Mount Edward Road Charlottetown, PE C1E 2A1 (902) 368-3596 DR. WILLIAM JUDSON Dental Surgeon 110 Kensington Road Charlottetown, PE C1A 5J5 620-7222 Midway Custom Construction Albany, PEI 855-2415
21 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE PEIPA SUPPORTS THE COMMUNITY The PEIPA was a major sponsor for the Charlottetown Ringette Tournament which hosted 91 teams from the Maritimes. Shown are the tournament winners: Shediac Ice Breakers (under 10 gold medal winners) and Dieppe Impact (Under 12 gold medal winners) Three Oaks Senior High School Safe Grad 2016 Cst Scichilone, on behalf of the PEIPA, presenting the 2016Three Oaks Senior High School Safe Grad Committee with a financial contribution to support their safe, fun and chemical-free celebrations at this special occasion. Family Violence Prevention Week ~ February14-20, 2016 Seated: Summerside Mayor Bill Martin and Norma McColeman (Outreach Coordinator for PEI Family Violence Prevention Services, Inc., East Prince region) at the official signing of the Mayor’s Proclamation for Family Violence PreventionWeek. Displaying the banner are financial sponsors and community leaders making the initiatives possible. From left: Dave O'Brien, Senior Crown Attorney, Premier's Action Committee on Family Violence Prevention; Sarah Millar, Consolidated Credit Union; Summerside Chief Dave Poirier; Robin Smith, Century 21 Real Estate Associate;Terry Shea, PEI Mutual Insurance Co. Ltd.; Det. Cpl. Ron MacLean, PEI Police Association; as well as other community partners: the Journal-Pioneer, Atlantic Superstore Summerside, Downtown Business Inc., volunteers, and Credit Union Place staff and City departments staff support.
22 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE BDC Place 119 Kent Street, Suite 505, Charlottetown, P.E.I. C1A 1N3 Tel: (902) 894-6756 (902) 894-6712 Fax: (902) 628-6302 Edouard (Ed) Babineau President ed@babineauholdings.com BabineauHoldingsLtd. Hot Water Steamunits Mobile Disinfecting Solutions EST. 2005 Mobile Pressure Washing Industrial • Residential • Commercial Jeff Patterson 940-6033 waterworks2005@live.com www.waterworkspei.com Brian Foley Owner Foley’s Transfer Moving and Storage “Peace of mind at moving time” 9 Walker Drive Charlottetown, PEI C1A 8S5 Tel: 902-894-9914 Cell: 902-393-5318 Toll Free: 1-877-854-7398 Fax: 902-566-4851 Email: foleys@pei.aibn.com www.foleystransfer.com North Rustico Lions’ Club Proudly serving our community for over 40 years. Bowling, Catering and Bingo Lounge: Open to the Public COMPLETE NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION CONCRETE WORK& FOUNDATIONS RENOVATIONS - ADDITIONS FOR ALL YOUR CONSTRUCTION NEEDS RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL FREE ESTIMATES P.O. BOX24023, STRATFORD, PE C1B 2V5 ROBERT McNALLY CELL: (902) 626-7614 FAX: (902) 367-9440 robertmcnally@eastlink.ca
23 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE is entering its 17th year with the PEI Police Association as its primary sponsor. PEIPA SUPPORTS THE COMMUNITY PEI’s Race Against Drugs
24 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE Gerald Dykerman Travis Dykerman Bus: (902) 964-3200 Fax: (902) 964-2685 Cell: (902) 393-4805 www.brookfieldgardens.ca gerald@brookfieldgardens.ca Mailing Address: 1067 Millboro Road North Wiltshire, R.R. 4 PE C0A 1Y0 420 University Avenue, Suite 110 Charlottetown, PE C1A 7Z5 Tel: (902) 368-7289 Email: info@peifa.ca www.peifa.ca “Working to improve the sustainability of Island farms & farm families” MacRae’s Backhoe &Trucking Specializing in septic systems, gravel, topsoil and landscaping. Backhoe, excavator, dozer & truck rentals. RR#2,Vernon Bridge, PE C0A 2E0 902.651.2489 or 902.393.0099 Michael Brewer General Manager P: 506.453.1404 C: 506.470.0702 F: 506.452.7079 michael.brewer@gdiservices.ca 475 Wilsey Rd., P.O. Box 426 Fredericton, NB E3B 4Z9 www.gdiservices.ca Prince Edward Island Mutual Insurance Company 116 Walker Avenue, Summerside, Prince Edward Island C1N 6V9 Tel: (902) 436-2185 1-800-565-5441 Fax: (902) 436-0148 Email: protect@peimutual.com Website: www.peimutual.com
25 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE PEIPA SUPPORTS THE COMMUNITY The PEIPA has been the main sponsor for this event since it started.This year the Police Service had over 150 youth register for the event and 15 new bicycles were awarded as prizes. Parkside Bicycle Rodeo
26 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE J.E.B. Footwear (in association with Dr. K Bettles-Podiatrist) 554 North River Road Charlottetown, PEI (902) 892-7043 Happy Feet help make a happy you proudly supporting the PEI Police Association wayne.easter@parl.gc.ca 2 Centennial Drive Cornwall, PE C0A 1H0 902-370-7267 Authorized dealer for Shaw Direct and Xplornet Satellite Internet Installations, Parts & Accessories Covering PEI Toll Free: (902) 394-2774 Waugh’s Food Center 650 Water Street East, Summerside, PEI C1N 4J1 Proprietor: Blair Waugh Phone: 902-436-9511 O’Leary 351 Main Street Box 274, O’Leary, PE C0B 1V0 Ph: 902-859-2768 Fax: 902-859-1311 fergusons@fergusonsfh.com Tyne Valley 7027 Barlow Road Tyne Valley Ph: 902-831-2500 PEI PROFESSIONAL BOOKKEEPING SERVICES INC. 456 Main Street, PO Box 422 Alberton, PE C0B 1B0 Phone: (902) 231-3055 Fax: (902) 726-3457 nancyjpitre@gmail.com Nancy Pitre Business Owner ADVANCED AIR SYSTEMS INC. Installers of Commercial Kitchen Ventilation Systems 140 Pope Road, Summerside 436-5906 scott@titanhomespei.com
27 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE RADICALIZATION www.csis-scrs.gc.ca Canadian Security Intelligence Service The radicalization of Canadians towards violent extremism continues to be a significant concern to Canadian national security. Essentially, radicalization is the process whereby individuals move from holding moderate, mainstream beliefs towards adopting extremist political or religious ideologies. Individuals who become radicalized may support or become involved in violent extremism. Activities can range from attack planning against Canadian targets, sending money or resources to support violent extremist groups, and/or influencing others (particularly youth) towards adopting radical ideologies. Radicalized individuals may also seek to travel abroad for terrorist training or to engage in fighting. Such individuals can pose very serious threats to the security of Canada. Not only are they now seasoned fighters who harness the ability to conduct attacks here, but they may also serve in influencing others. The participation of two young Canadians in an attack on an Algerian petroleum facility in January 2013, where up to 60 individuals died, as well as the widely-reported travel of two other young Canadians to North Africa, allegedly for extremist purposes, is indicative of this trend and highlights the challenge posed by the travel of radicalized individuals for terrorist purposes. In order to generate a better understanding of the phenomenon, the Service conducts research on radicalization in Canada. CSIS has found that for those influenced by the AQ narrative, violent extremists have come from varied social and age levels, are spread widely across the educational spectrum and can appear fully integrated into society, making detection especially difficult. Violent extremism, broadly speaking, refers to the process of taking radical views and putting them into violent action. While radical thinking is by no means a problem in itself, it becomes a threat to national security when Canadian citizens, residents or groups promote or engage in violence as a means of furthering their radical political, ideological or religious views. The motivations and drivers that inspire them towards violent action may be due to real or perceived grievances, for example, animal rights, white supremacy, Al-Qaeda-inspired, environmentalism and anti-capitalism. Homegrown and imported violent extremism has been on the Canadian scene for many decades. It is not limited to any specific race, ethnicity, religion or culture. There is no single profile or pathway for individuals who come to embrace violent extremism. It is important to note that the threat of violent extremism in Canada evolves constantly. Today's threat is not necessarily the threat of tomorrow. VIOLENT EXTREMISM www.publicsafety.gc.ca Public Safety Canada
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29 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE TERRORISM IN CANADA: www.ctvnews.ca A gunman killed a soldier at the National War Memorial on Wednesday before being shot in Parliament Hill's Center Block. Prime Minister Stephen Harper said the attack will harden Canada's resolve to crack down on terrorists at home and abroad. Here are some past terrorism cases and terrorism allegations, as well as cases in which politicians or legislatures were attacked or such attacks were allegedly plotted: 2014: Two days prior to the latest incident, two Canadian soldiers were run over -- one of them later died -- in Quebec by a man authorities believed had jihadist sympathies. Martin Couture-Rouleau, 25, was shot and killed by police. 2013: Two people were arrested and charged with conspiring to blow up the British Columbia legislative building in the midst of Canada Day festivities. John Nuttall and Amanda Korody are each charged with knowingly facilitating a terrorist activity, making or possessing an explosive device, and conspiracy to place an explosive device with the intent to cause death or injury. None of the charges have been proven in court. The couple is scheduled to stand trial in January 2015. 2013: Chiheb Esseghaier and Raed Jaser were charged in connection with a plot -- allegedly guided by Al-Qaeda in Iran - to attack a Via Rail/Amtrak passenger train that runs between Toronto and New York City. None of the charges have been proven in court. The pair are expected to stand trial in 2015. 2010: Police made three arrests in an alleged plot to commit acts of terror on Canadian soil. Misbahuddin Ahmed of Ottawa was convicted of two terrorism-related offences in July 2014. Hiva Mohammad Alizadeh pleaded guilty in September to possessing explosives with an intent to do harm and was sentenced to 24 years in prison. The third man arrested was acquitted of conspiring to facilitate terrorism. 2009: Software engineer Momin Khawaja, the first person charged under the Anti-Terrorism Act, was convicted for his role in a plot to plant fertilizer bombs in the United Kingdom. Khawaja, who is serving a life sentence, has denied the charges. continued... Home made explosive devices intended for terrorist attack at BC Legislature. pamelageller.com TIMELINE OF PLOTS, ATTACKS, AND ALLEGATIONS
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31 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE TERRORISM IN CANADA: TIMELINE OF PLOTS, ATTACKS, AND ALLEGATIONS 2006: Police in Toronto arrested a large group of young men who later became known as the Toronto 18. They are accused of plotting to bomb targets including the Toronto Stock Exchange, CSIS headquarters and a military base. Eleven were ultimately convicted of terrorist offences. In January 2010, one of the men, Zakaria Amara of Mississauga, Ont., was sentenced to life in prison. Fellow suspect Saad Gaya from Oakville, Ont., was sentenced to 12 years. 1995: Quebec sovereignty supporter Andre Dallaire entered the prime minister's residence at 24 Sussex Drive while Jean Chretien and his wife were sleeping. He confronted Aline Chretien at the bedroom door. She summoned Mounties while the prime minister snatched up an Inuit sculpture in case the intruder crashed the door. Dallaire was found guilty of attempted murder, but was found not be criminally responsible because of his mental state. 1985: An Air India flight that departed from the Vancouver airport exploded in the skies over the Atlantic Ocean, killing all 329 people on board. Two Canadians were tried for the bombing, but were ultimately acquitted of mass murder. Only one conviction has been obtained in the case. Inderjit Singh Reyat, who pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the case, was convicted of perjury in 2010. 1984: Three people were killed when Canadian army supply clerk Denis Lortie opened fire inside the National Assembly in Quebec City in a bid to "destroy" Premier Rene Levesque. Lortie was convicted of first-degree murder after his first trial in 1985, but a new trial was ordered because of errors by the judge. In 1987, he pleaded guilty to reduced charges of second-degree murder, allowing him to be eligible for parole after 10 years. 1970: The October Crisis begins as the Front de Liberation du Quebec kidnaps British diplomat James Cross and, later, Labour Minister Pierre Laporte. Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau invokes the War Measures Act, which allows government to temporarily suspend civil liberties. Cross is released 60 days later but Laporte is found dead. 1966: Paul Joseph Chartier, an unemployed Toronto security guard with emotional problems, blew himself up with a bomb in a washroom down the hall from the public gallery of the House of Commons. His notes suggested he planned to throw his bomb onto the floor of the chamber. www.ctvnews.ca The Canadian Press Published Thursday, October 23, 2014 ...continued
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33 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE Fotosearch www.cbc.ca A Montreal teenager has been sentenced to three years on two terrorism-related charges. The 16-year-old was found guilty in December of committing a robbery in association with a terrorist organization and of planning to leave Canada to participate in the activities of a terrorist group abroad. The Lachine teenager is the first Canadian to be convicted of attempting to leave the country to participate in terrorism-related activities – one of the federal anti-terror laws passed in 2013. He will serve 16 months in youth detention, followed by eight months of community service and one year of probation. Teen with 'enormous potential' The teenager's lawyer, Tiago Murias, said his client had "evolved enormously" since the case first came to light when the boy was turned over to police by his worried parents, when he was just 15. "He is a very bright youth with enormous potential to be reintegrated into society," Murias said, adding that the judge and Crown prosecutor, along with the teen and his parents, agreed on the sentence. "He is a young man with a future, who has accepted his sentence with serenity, finding it fair and reasonable." MONTREAL TEEN SENTENCED TO 3 YEARS FOR TERROR-RELATED CHARGES LACHINE TEEN FIRST IN CANADA TO BE CONVICTED FOR TRYING TO LEAVE CANADA TO JOIN TERROR GROUP CBC NEWS – AS ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED ON APRIL 6, 2016
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35 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE RADICALIZATION OF YOUTH AS A GROWING CONCERN FOR COUNTER-TERRORISM POLICY INTRODUCTION The stereotype of a terrorist as a foreigner from a disadvantaged marginalized country, striking at the Western values from abroad, is slowly fading with the latest increase in Canadian, American, and British citizens joining the ranks of terrorist organizations, as was the case in Algerian gas plant attack on January 20, 2013 or engaging in terrorist acts inspired by radical messages circulating online, as was the case with Boston Marathon bombing on April 15, 2013. Radicalization of youth especially in Western Europe and North America is becoming one of the most important threats of international terrorism in the world today. Socially isolated, disenchanted young men turn to extremism in their search for identity, acceptance and purpose which they are unable to find in the community more often concerned with wealth accumulation rather than healthy relationship-building. In this situation, the implication for counterterrorism policy is the difficulty of identifying and intercepting terrorists since they are already in the country by birth or via naturalization, while law enforcement agencies in Europe and North America struggle with walking a fine line between civil liberties and extremism propaganda. The situation is further exacerbated by the population’s opinion in regards to the foreign policy of their government, which can be seen as the motivational point for joining the jihad by young members of the society. In this case the intelligence community will have to quickly assess the potential threat represented by these young travelers and correctly identify them while combing through a significant amount of online data. A comprehensive approach to the problem of radicalization could be most effective for successful counter-terrorism policy, and as such should include community engagement to prevent radicalization and highlight the understanding of the detrimental impact the individualistic society has on the development of the youth. At the same time, it is crucial for law enforcement and social workers to build trust with local population, and be culturally sensitive to the community they serve, in order to correctly gauge potential for radicalization. Finally, as Internet and mass media represent a wealth of information on various radical violent venues which could seem attractive to youth, perhaps, the intelligence would benefit from a counter-terrorism dedicated cyber-crime unit. THE PROBLEM OF RADICALIZATION “Those who feel that society as a whole has the least to offer them are the most likely to join [the terrorist network]” (Sageman, 2004) and unfortunately young men in Western Europe and North America are more often nowadays joining the pool of such candidates. The rise in home grown terrorists has two important components: the process of radicalization and the causes for it are both linked to one common denominator – the society in which these young men live. On the one hand it rejects these men from its circle, and on the other hand it pushes them to look for other social networks. CAUSES FOR RADICALIZATION There are various opinions on the true causes for radicalization. Some authors say that “the descent into homegrown terror among North American youths is typically an internal journey driven by teenaged disaffection and anger. It has little to do with geography, religion or heritage Individuals drawn to radicalization have a desire to take action and do something significant, at the same time, they see the continued... www.globalsecuritystudies.com
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37 26TH ANNUAL CRIME PREVENTION GUIDE world in black-and-white terms and seek to align themselves with a virtuous cause” (Maclean’s, 2013). Alternatively, some young men, as was the case with the Tsarnaev brothers in Boston bombing last April, turn to radical ideology in order to project the blame for their internal suffering on the society around them (Reitman, 2013). The demise of their parents’ marriage and the subsequent abandonment of the teenagers in America left the brothers without financial or social support in rapidly deteriorating conditions (Reitman, 2013). Radical Islamist ideology offered an outlet for their anger at the country that supposedly failed them and set in motion the chain of events that led to the deadly end of Boston Marathon. Sageman’s (2004) argument supports this proposition, underlining that the reason for joining Salafi jihad is the alienation young men felt while living in foreign countries and not having gainful employment. Joining the jihad gave them an escape from personal sense of grievance and humiliation. In sum, the causes for radicalization can range from identity crisis, personal trauma, discrimination, segregation, and alienation to misinformation about Islam and Western foreign policy. However, there are other important factors that need to be present for the process of radicalization to take root. PROCESS OF RADICALIZATION According to Precht (2007), in Western Europe, for many, the process of radicalization begins when they are teenagers looking for a cause and a stronger Muslim identity and increasingly finding the answer in the ideology of radical Islam. Often people are rather secular before they enter the radicalization process and, in general, radicalization is taking place within loose social networks of friends and peers (Precht, 2007). An important factor in radicalization is the presence of a charismatic person who can easily deliver persuasive speeches not only in Mosques but also in schools, universities, or even prisons. “Official sources indicate that many American homegrown Islamists have also been radicalized while incarcerated, including the members of the prison-formed Jamiyat al-Islam al-Sahih cell in California that was convicted in 2007 for its plans to attack not only synagogues but also the Israeli consulate in Los Angeles” (Benraad, 2009). Many of young potential radicals are not fully aware of their country’s history, as well, they lack proper knowledge of Islam and have not read the Quran to see that Islam is actually one of the more peaceful religions. The fact that preachers of Wahhabi Islam find to their advantage is that many young disenchanted individuals are not knowledgeable about the entire scope of religion they are trying to embrace. Another important factor to consider is the role of social networks in the process of radicalization. “Social links are key to the dynamics of terror networks” (Sageman, 2004). Group phenomenon is a strong factor in creating such network, because the potential jihadists were close friends or relatives when joining terrorist network and have done so not individually but as a group. Many youth enter the circles of radicals after the society rejected them by finding virtual networks online, or in youth clubs and places of worship. The local community, by remaining disinterested in its youth, misses the cues that indicate the process of radicalization, as was the case with the Millennial Plot bombers in Montreal. Having been seen as “a bunch of guys” involved in Radicalization of Youth as a Growing Concern for Counter-Terrorism Policy ...continued continued... fotosearch
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