Stanhope Presenters 2025
Learn About Our 2025 Stanhope Presenters
Kim Assailly
Kim Assailly is a senior civilian leader with nearly 13 years of experience at the Calgary Police Service (CPS), where she has led analytical and strategic teams to enhance organizational effectiveness. Assailly brings deep expertise in systems thinking, research, and data-driven decision-making. She has contributed to cross-sector collaborations focused on crime prevention, public safety, human resource modernization, and workplace culture improvement.
Passionate about bridging research and practice, Assailly has championed initiatives that drive cultural transformation, improve operational performance, and promote inclusive practices across the Service. She is committed to ensuring that CPS strategies reflect the values of equity and evidence-informed action.
Kerry Avery
Kerry Avery is the owner of Odin Training Solutions Inc. and holds a master’s degree in education. She is a training consultant and learning experience designer with over 15 years of expertise in law enforcement training and specializes in designing classroom, online, and blended learning programs.
Avery is a leader in integrating AI tools into training development and has presented webinars, workshops, and conference sessions for ILEETA, IADLEST, and the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services. She has consulted on training initiatives for law enforcement agencies in Canada, the U.S., Central America, and Ukraine. She serves as the Managing Editor of the ILEETA Journal and is an adjunct instructor in the Certificate in Adult and Continuing Education program at the University of Victoria.
Willem R. Dallaire
Major Willem R. Dallaire has served as an infantry officer in Canada and abroad for over 30 years. In his current role as an interagency liaison officer, he fosters collaboration between the Canadian Armed Forces and emergency, security, and intelligence partners. He has led planning and coordination teams during numerous natural disasters, humanitarian crises, and evacuations worldwide.
A key member of the Dallaire Institute, he supports international efforts addressing gender, women’s protection, and the use of child soldiers. His perspective on service and leadership was shaped in 1994, when his father, retired Lieutenant-General and former Senator Roméo Dallaire, returned from the Rwandan genocide. For the past 15 years, Major Dallaire has championed mental health, resilience, and compassionate leadership across military and civilian sectors.
Tammi Ewart
Detective Staff Sergeant Tammi Ewart brings 27 years of policing experience and a proven track record of building effective teams and delivering innovative solutions to complex challenges. As supervisor of the Hamilton Police Service Training Branch, she guided teams through post-pandemic recovery while implementing comprehensive, ministry-mandated training standards. She also led a three-year modernization initiative that replaced outdated methodologies with forward-thinking approaches to close training gaps and enhance operational readiness.
With 16 years in investigative roles—including Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault—Detective Staff Sergeant Ewart championed community-police partnerships that led to award-winning investigative programs. She consistently demonstrates how breaking down silos can lead to transformative outcomes in policing, and her talent for connecting stakeholders has resulted in productive, cross-agency partnerships.
Chantelle Ivanski
Chantelle Ivanski is the Director of Innovation at the Canadian Police Knowledge Network (CPKN), where she spearheads national initiatives to modernize police training through technology, collaboration, and inclusive design. With a background in psychology, Ivanski has a particular interest in leadership, learning, and memory, with research that focuses on examining how people are influenced by the world around them.
Ivanski works closely with police services across Canada to co-develop training solutions that are responsive, evidence-informed, and future-focused. Her leadership is instrumental in driving innovation that supports continuous learning and professional development in policing.
Stephanie Johnson
Superintendent Stephanie Johnson began her policing career in 1999 and is currently second in command of the Halifax Regional Police (HRP) Administration Division, overseeing HR, training, and the HRP Health and Wellness Program. She led the creation of the HRP Member Reintegration Program. Her previous roles include patrol and criminal investigations, community and school response officer, Watch Commander, and the first woman in the HRP Motorcycle Unit. She supervised the Sexual Assault Investigation Team and contributed to the Child Youth Advocacy Centre.
Superintendent Johnson holds a Bachelor of Recreation Administration from Dalhousie University and received the Queen’s Jubilee Medal for leading the COVID-19 Task Force. She serves on the boards of HomeBridge Youth Society and the National Advisory Committee for the Canadian Police Knowledge Network.
Ashley Kimlin
With over 22 years of service at Peel Regional Police, Ashley Kimlin has cultivated a rich and varied career, spanning frontline policing, the Special Victims Unit, the Training Bureau, and now the Leadership Development Office. In his current role, Kimlin discovered a deep passion for coaching, leadership development, and organizational wellness.
He champions coaching as a transformative tool that unlocks potential across all stages of a career, recognizing and valuing the unique strengths each individual brings. His philosophy centers on the idea that leadership is a mindset, not a title, and that wellness is essential to sustainable, purpose-driven leadership.
Kimlin holds degrees in Biomedical Sciences and Criminal Justice, a Master of Arts in Leadership, and certifications as an Organizational Coach and member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF). He is dedicated to fostering cultures of connection, growth, and well-being throughout the policing profession.
Dominic Mallett
Dominic Mallett is an Innovation Advisor at Canadian Police Knowledge Network (CPKN), where he supports initiatives to enhance digital learning for police and public safety professionals. With over 14 years of experience in higher education, Mallett has worked in curriculum design, competency-based education, and instructional innovation. He has studied in curriculum implementation and design, which informs his approach to educational innovation.
Mallett has also served as the Educational Consultant at the Atlantic Veterinary College, where he provided instructional support to faculty and assisted in mapping the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program to the North American Competency-Based Veterinary Education framework. He also worked as a Curriculum and Instructional Consultant at Holland College, contributing to the development of customized training microcredentials as part of the Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery (C2R2) initiative.
Zack Maharaj
Sergeant Zack Maharaj is an 18-year member of the Winnipeg Police Service with experience in covert investigations, member wellness, training, mentorship, and personnel development. He currently oversees the Surveillance Unit, managing physical and light technical surveillance, developing training programs, and leading policy review and implementation. Sergeant Maharaj is the only WPS member to serve in the Surveillance Unit across all three operational ranks and was a presenter at the 2024 National Surveillance Working Group.
A strong advocate for wellness, he spent 10 years on the Peer Support/CISM Team, supervised the Cadet Unit, and holds certifications in health, nutrition, and stress management. He is pursuing a management certificate through Mount Royal University, recently completed CPKN’s Canadian Credible Leadership Program, and serves on the board of Equal Opportunities West in Winnipeg.
BRAD MCCALLUM
Chief Superintendent Brad McCallum began his career with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in 2000 at the Sebringville Detachment. He served in Thunder Bay and Professional Standards before becoming Inspector of Corporate Communications. As Superintendent in Central Region, he oversaw six detachments and portfolios including Business and Finance, and Staff Development. He later directed Criminal Investigation Support Services, managing specialized units such as Cyber Operations and Forensic Identification. He also led the Career Development Bureau and now heads the Training and Recruitment Bureau, including the Provincial Police Academy. Chief Superintendent McCallum holds a Master’s in Management from Walden University and a BA in Psychology from Lakehead University. He is a graduate of the Rotman School’s Police Leadership Program and a recipient of the Police Exemplary Service Medal.
Ryan Million
Staff Sergeant Ryan Million has over 20 years of experience with the London Police Service, beginning as a cadet in 1998 and joining the Uniformed Division in 2000. He’s served in roles such as Coach Officer, Intoxilyzer Technician, and in specialized units including Traffic, Major Crime, and Sexual Assault.
Promoted to Sergeant in 2011, he led Property and Evidence Control and later Human Resources. In 2019, he became Staff Sergeant, overseeing Forensics, Explosives Disposal, and Drone Operations. He now leads the Training and Professional Development Branch and contributes to committees including Peer Support, Equipment, and OPTVA. He also serves on the CPKN National Advisory Committee (NAC) subcommittee and with the Children’s Aid Society of London/Middlesex.
Namra Moledina
Namra Moledina is an Information Systems Support Analyst with the Halton Regional Police Service and co-chair of the South Asian Internal Support Network. With over seven years in policing and a background in marketing and banking, she blends technical expertise with people-focused leadership. A graduate of the Schulich School of Business, she holds certifications in Advanced Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, and Leading Through Conflict. Moledina has served as a CPIC and Niche trainer and currently leads the rollout of Niche UA—a major modernization initiative that positions her service among the first in Ontario to complete the transition. She has designed and delivered organization-wide training for both civilian and sworn members.
A passionate advocate for equitable development and culturally responsive leadership, Moledina fosters inclusive workplace culture and supports professional growth within policing.
Kai Noesgaard
Sgt. Kai Noesgaard is an 18-year veteran of the Saskatoon Police Service, with extensive experience in specialized policing roles. He has served as a K9 handler and detection trainer, led a Guns and Gangs team, and currently oversees operations and training in covert surveillance and informant management.
Sgt. Noesgaard leads the Covert Operations Unit, where he is responsible for modernizing investigative practices to address evolving criminal trends. He also serves as an instructor at the Saskatchewan Police College, specializing in drug investigations and the management of confidential human sources. Sgt. Noesgaard holds a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from the University of Saskatchewan and previously served for 12 years in the Canadian Army Reserves.
Aman Nasser
Inspector Aman Nasser is a 20-year veteran of policing, with municipal experience across Ontario and British Columbia. Throughout his career, he has served in several specialized units, including Organized Crime, the Hold-Up Squad (Robbery), Intelligence, and Homicide. He is also a court-qualified gang expert in the Superior Court.
Currently serving as a Duty Officer in Surrey, Inspector Nasser brings a wealth of frontline and investigative experience to his leadership role. He is also a second-year doctoral student at Royal Roads University, where his research focuses on police leadership development in Canada. His academic work aims to enhance leadership practices within law enforcement by exploring training design and the transfer of learning across police organizations.
SEAN O'BRIEN
Sergeant Sean O’Brien has served with the Toronto Police Service for over 37 years, specializing in technology-driven training and digital evidence management. He led the rollout of Axon Body Worn Cameras and Evidence.com, training over 3,100 officers and 1,100 investigators. Sergeant O’Brien supervises eLearning development and VR training initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency.
He holds a Bachelor of Applied Arts and serves on the Ontario Police Video Training Alliance Board and the Canadian Police Knowledge Network’s (CPKN) National Advisory Committee and was awarded the F. Darren Smith Award in 2017 at CPKN’s Stanhope Conference. His mission is to use technology and training to return patrol hours to the community and investigative time to victims.
DEVON RACICOT
Staff Sergeant Devon Racicot has been a member of the Saskatoon Police Service for over 27 years and is currently assigned to the Human Resources Division as the NCO in charge of the Training and Recruiting Units. He has held this role for nearly five years and has served in various capacities throughout his career including Communications, Detention, Patrol, Traffic, Court Prep and Technological Crime.
In addition to his regular duties, Staff Sergeant Racicot has been an elected member of the Board of the Saskatoon Police Association for 15 years and currently serves as a trustee on the police pension plan. He is also a member of the CPKN National Advisory Committee.
Colin Stairs
Colin Stairs is the first Chief Transformation Officer at the Toronto Police Service, where he leads Information Management, Information Technology Services, and Strategy & Transformation. In this role, he is responsible for strengthening organizational capacity and aligning efforts with the vision of Community Safety and Wellbeing.
With a background in both private and public healthcare, Stairs has served as Chief Information Officer and led major digital transformation initiatives. His experience also includes driving organizational change through culture and strategy development. Additionally, Stairs was a founding member of several start-ups in software development and management consulting.
He holds a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from Queen’s University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Western Ontario.
Jake van der Laan
Jake van der Laan is a freelance data scientist and part-time instructor at the University of New Brunswick’s Faculty of Science, Applied Science, and Engineering. He teaches courses in data mining, professional practice, and cybersecurity risk management, among others. He previously served as Chief Information Officer and Director of Enforcement at the New Brunswick Financial and Consumer Services Commission. His career began in private practice, where he spent 12 years as a trial lawyer.
Van der Laan holds degrees in Business Administration, Law, and Computer Science. He was called to the New Brunswick bar in 1992 and is a contributing author to the International Handbook of AI Law and the International Handbook of Blockchain Law (2nd edition). He is also a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) and an Information Systems Professional of Canada (ISP). You can learn more about his work at vanderlaan.ca.
JESSE WEEKS
With over 20 years in law enforcement, Sergeant Jesse Weeks is a leader in technology integration and innovation at the Toronto Police Service. He leads the pilot of Axon’s AI report writing assistant, “Draft One,” and oversees a team of 45 Technology Ambassadors through a program he founded to close tech knowledge gaps.
Sergeant Weeks organized a landmark conference on AI in policing and continues to drive digital transformation. His initiatives focus on testing and deploying new technologies to improve operational efficiency and community engagement. Sergeant Weeks’ work reflects a commitment to modernizing policing through strategic use of technology and training, ensuring officers are equipped for the evolving demands of public safety.
