Do YOU have information that could help? 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) Awareness Guide EDITION
I am happy here. Discover All-Inclusive Lifestyle With dedicated team members, an ever-changing calendar of events and delicious meals, everything at Parkland is designed for a healthy mind, body and soul. Start your next exciting chapter in our vibrant community of people who are actively living their best life. Jane Beeton 902-404-4161 or jbeeton@shannex.com Mary Ann Bunker 902-407-0778 or mbunker@shannex.com 72-124 Baker Drive, Dartmouth experienceparkland.com/atthelakes In-person and virtual tours available! Contact one of our Lifestyle Consultants today to learn more.
CRIMESTOPPERS.NS.CA 1 Involved in the community with pride. Scotiabank is proud to support the Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers. Through our partnerships with local organizations, we continue to build vibrant communities where we live and work. 1-800-4-SCOTIA ® Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. 3099 Barrington Street Halifax NS B3K 5M7 Ph: 902-484-4594
2 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) 31UI!BOOJWFSTBSZ!IJHIMJHIUT GSPN! 3118
CRIMESTOPPERS.NS.CA 3 31UI!BOOJWFSTBSZ!IJHIMJHIUT GSPN! 3118
4 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) DOWNLOAD OUR APP FOR EXCLUSIVE DEALS AND FREEBIES Follow us on START Welcome to CIRCLE K Daniel Hiltz President 1 Mills Drive Goodwood, NS B3T 1P3 902.497.0197 902.450.5254 902.450.5604 dhiltz@gilsonconstruction.com www.gilsonconstruction.com www.munargyl e . com Engineering water, infrastructure, earth & environment, buildings and industrial projects locally and internationally. CBCL.ca P.O. Box 100 752 St. George Street Annapolis Royal, NS B0S 1A0 Tel: 902-532-2331 or 902-825-2005 Fax: 902-532-2096 annapoliscounty.ca
CRIMESTOPPERS.NS.CA 5 … Ł…« ˛ u C. E . FISHER ELECTRIC LTD 4286 HWY #2, SUITE 2A WELLINGTON, NS B2T 1J4 PHONE 902-860-2400 Carson Fisher www.stonesrv.com PROUDLY MONCTON. A BEER AS FINE AS THE PEOPLE WHO INSPIRE IT. F INE COMPANY BLONDE LAGER SESSION IPA Must be legal drinking age.
6 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) Retirement Living in the Heart of Windsor 770 East River Rd. New Glasgow NS B2H 3S6 (902) 755-4242
CRIMESTOPPERS.NS.CA 7 CRIME STOPPERS HELPS TO SOLVE A CRIME EVERY 14 MINUTES SOMEWHERE IN THE WORLD. In July 1976, Greg MacAleese, a Canadian-born police officer in Albuquerque, New Mexico was investigating a robbery/murder that took place on a Friday night at a local Phillips 66 gas station in a well-traveled part of town. The victim, Michael Carmen, was only two weeks from marrying his high school sweetheart, and was filling in for a friend who needed that shift off that night. Michael had cooperated with the robbers and turned over the $36 in the till, but they shot him anyway. Michael died four hours later. MacAleese was frustrated that no one would come forward with information on this crime. He determined that there were two reasons for the public’s lack of confidence in their police department: (1) Citizens were apathetic. In other words, “why bother,” or “what’s in it for me?” (2) Fear of criminal retaliation. Many citizens in Albuquerque believed that if they came forward with information, they might be the next victim. Determined that this case could be solved, MacAleese approached his Chief of Police, local businesses and the media with the idea that to overcome apathy by having local businesses offer a cash award as an incentive for anyone with information to call police. To overcome fear of criminal retaliation, they would offer callers complete anonymity. A local television station agreed to re-enact this crime in September. The re-enactment aired at approximately 10:45p.m. during their newscast, and by 8:00a.m. the next morning, the crime was solved. Impressed with the results, MacAleese sought the support of the Chief of Police to continue this type of approach to solving crimes. The chief agreed that if Crime Stoppers could solve 30 serious crimes by the end of the year he would consider making it permanent and part of Albuquerque Police Department’s fight against crime. In fact, in the next four months, Crime Stoppers solved 300 crimes! Crime Stoppers took off ! And the program grew so much that by October 1980, Crime Stoppers USA had 59 programs. Then in August 1983, Crime Stoppers International was formed to reflect the worldwide interest in this unique program. Today, there are more than 1,700 programs worldwide and that all operate in exactly the same way - with We offer cash awards and complete anonymity. THE PARTNERS - THE VOLUNTEERS Crime Stoppers is a partnership between the community, the police and media. Each partner has a distinct and important role in the success of our program. Crime Stoppers is administered and overseen by volunteers from communities around Nova Scotia. Without doubt, each volunteer brings a strong belief in safe homes and safe communities to this successful investigative tool for our police agencies. You will see our volunteers at community events promoting the many successes attributed to Crime Stoppers. They are charged with the fundraising for cash awards. They also determine the cash awards and even pay those awards. THE PARTNERS - THE POLICE The police receive the tips and pass them on to the appropriate investigating agency. The police provide information on crimes so we can research and write the Crime of the Week features that you read about in your local newspapers, hear on a radio station or view on television. The information from tipsters is assessed and passed on to the appropriate investigating agency. They promote Crime Stoppers through public speaking and public service announcements. THE PARTNERS - THE MEDIA The media’s role is to keep Crime Stoppers in the public domain. Whether it’s the Crime of the Week, a public service announcement or promoting the many successes of Crime Stoppers, their role is vital to the overall success of the program. The media reassure the public that this program works. The Crime Stoppers program is very fortunate to have our Crime of the Week feature and Public Service Announcements donated by the media. A successful Crime Stoppers Program could not function as well without this kind of support. 1976 – PRESENT Like any other successful idea, Crime Stoppers has seen a steady growth since its inception. Crime Stoppers Albuquerque grew to Crime Stoppers New Mexico to Crime Stoppers USA and in 1981, became Crime Stoppers International (CSI) when the first program outside the United States started in Calgary, Alberta. Crime Stoppers was introduced to the citizens of Nova Scotia in 1987. Today, there are over 1,800 programs worldwide. All programs operate with the complete guarantee of anonymity and cash awards. CSI has been recognized by Interpol as an effective crime-fighting organization. CSI has also been recognized by the United Nations. Since its genesis in Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1976, information anonymously shared with Crime Stoppers has led to the arrest of more than 1 million criminals; the seizure of over US$9 billion worth of illicit drugs; and the disruption of many organised criminal networks. THE TUPSZ OF DSJNF!TUPQQFST!
8 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) The Crime Stoppers programs were launched in November 1987 with a program for mainland Nova Scotia and a second for Cape Breton Island. Not unlike the first Crime Stoppers in Albuquerque, our programs took off. We can boast that we’ve solved such serious crimes as murder, aggravated sexual assault, fraud, arson, illegal smuggling and drug dealing. You name it, and our anonymous tipsters have solved it. We proudly say that no matter where you live in Nova Scotia, whether you’re served by the RCMP or a municipal police service, Crime Stoppers has played a significant role in identifying criminals and bringing them to justice. Later in this article, I will share some of the many cases solved by anonymous tipsters. Crime Stoppers has proven its worth many times over to our police and other enforcement agencies. Remember, Crime Stoppers is not a police program. It is an extension of the community assisting law enforcement. How many times have we heard that expression, “is your organization cost effective and efficient in service delivery?” If you apply that statement to Crime Stoppers and how the program operates, you will readily agree that we are effective and efficient. Crime Stoppers tipsters, at no cost to the investigating agency, will relay information on crimes; who is responsible, how they did it, what was stolen, where it’s hidden, and so on. Tipsters save our partners time and effort in investigating crime. Successful tipsters are rewarded in cash, anywhere from $50 to $2,000, for their efforts by the Crime Stoppers program, not the police. Very early in our history, we identified the persons responsible for the murder of a man. The motive for that crime was robbery. The victim was robbed of a small amount of money and through the efforts of a tipster who overheard the perpetrators discuss their crime and, specifically, how they committed it, was so valuable to police that they were able to make two arrests. Eventually, both pleaded guilty. Another case involving a vicious assault was solved through the efforts of a tipster who was able to provide us with the name of the assailant based on a specific description of the attacker. Several years ago, Crime Stoppers identified several people involved in an elaborate debit card scam which, at that time, had cost the banking institution several thousand dollars in losses. The tipster was able to provide precise details on how this group was defrauding the bank. Police believe that approximately 80% of criminal activity is drug related. So Crime Stoppers is always proud of any drug seizure attributed to our program. We are very proud that to date, we have been responsible for removing over $14 MILLION in illegal drugs out of the hands of our youth. Included in those seizures is everything from street level dealing as well as sophisticated growing operations. A cocaine seizure in the mid 1990’s was valued at $400,000. More importantly, police seized several automatic weapons and the persons arrested were high-ranking members of an organized crime group in another part of Canada. The Insurance Bureau of Canada estimates that approximately 15% of insurance claims are fraudulent. This is a crime that costs us all. There are several cases on the Crime Stoppers books where we have identified people who have engineered their own crime and insurance claim and because of the assistance of our tipsters, Crime Stoppers were able to provide police with specific details of how the so-called crime was committed, what the suspects were claiming in losses and most importantly, where the personal items were actually hidden. (continues) DSJNF!TUPQQFST!- NOVA SCOTIA OUR NJTTJPO STATEMENT Crime Stoppers promotes the reduction of crime through community based effort to provide appropriate authorities with the information needed to lay charges against those responsible. Crime Stoppers endeavors to encourage the community to assist local law enforcement agencies in the fight against crime by overcoming two key elements that inhibit community involvement: Fear and Apathy. Our goal is to make our communities a safer place to live, conduct business and raise our children.
CRIMESTOPPERS.NS.CA 9 DSJNF!TUPQQFST - NOVA SCOTIA ...continued THIS MONTH THIS YEAR TO DATE Arrests 3 6 3435 Charges Laid 6 10 7691 Cases Cleared 3 7 6059 Property Recovered $0 $6,000 $5,789,441 Arson Solved 0 0 $1,245,601 Fraud Solved 0 0 $335,869 Drugs Seized 0 0 $16,350,045 Fugitives Arrested 0 1 464 Tobacco Seized 0 $1,000 $3,242,950 Awards Paid 0 $3,000 $320,400 Total Calls 585 2,450 159,472 FOR EVERY DOLLAR PAID TO ANONYMOUS TIPSTERS, CRIME STOPPERS HAS RECOVERED APPROXIMATELY %75/34 IN STOLEN PROPERTY AND ILLEGAL DRUGS. THE AVERAGE CASH AWARD PER CASE SOLVED IS %62/38 THE FOLLOWING REFLECTS THE RESULTS OF THE NBJOMBOE!OT!DSJNF!TUPQQFST PROGRAM FROM INCEPTION IN OPWFNCFS!2:98 TO THE END OF BQSJM!3132/ We often refer to a Crime Stoppers TIP as “that missing piece of the puzzle.” The puzzle is not complete until every piece is in place and that was the case with a Crime Stoppers Crime of the Week feature several years ago, where we were trying to identify the driver of a vehicle involved in a hit and run that occurred approximately eighteen months prior to the re-enactment. In this case, the victim and his infant son received minor injuries, but nonetheless, they were injured and deserved justice. All we really had in this case was the obvious: the time, place, day, where the run vehicle should have been damaged, its size and the colour. An observant tipster saw the re-enactment and recalled being at a body shop around the time of collision and remembered that the owner of the vehicle wanted the car to be repaired and painted a completely different colour. The tipster also recalled where this vehicle sustained damage. Luckily for the investigating agency, the body shop still had the front bumper of that vehicle and when it was examined and analyzed, it was found to have paint from the hit vehicle. The accused was arrested, charged and convicted of several criminal code driving offenses. Arson is perhaps one of the most difficult cases to solve because during the commission of the offense not only is property destroyed but so is evidence. We were very fortunate at Crime Stoppers to solve several cases of arson, but one that we are proud of involved property in the valley area of the province. The tipster told Crime Stoppers how the fire was set, what was used as an accelerant, and others who were present and witnessed this crime. The tipster provided the suspect’s name and that the suspect had been seriously burned, along with the fact that they received treatment at another hospital in the province. The suspect did not receive treatment at a local hospital so as not to draw attention to them. These are just a few of our accomplishments. Crime Stoppers’ tipsters have assisted many investigative/ enforcement agencies in this province and beyond. Yet in the numbers below, less than 30% of our callers ask for the cash reward. This phenomenon is almost true with all Crime Stoppers program worldwide.
10 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) A longstanding commitment to support the communities we call home. WWW.AGGREGATEEQUIPMENT.CA CONSTRUCTING YOUR SUCCESS CRUSHING l SCREENING l PAVING CONVEYING l BELTING COMEAU’S SEA FOODS LIMITED P.O. BOX 39, SAULNIERVILLE NOVA SCOTIA, CANADA B0W 2Z0 Thank you to Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers for working to keep our communities safe! Merci. PHONE: (902) 769-2101 FAX: (902) 769-3594 500 stewards of the water cycle that are proud to support Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers and the many programs they support.
CRIMESTOPPERS.NS.CA 11 Before COVID-19, Annapolis Valley Board members were having a good year. We held BBQs, which raised some funds for promotional material, and used these opportunities to reach a different sector of the public. We explained our program and handed out informative material on the many serious crimes about which we ask for public input. Our volunteers enjoyed riding on our Annapolis Valley Crime Stoppers float in many of the Valley parades and manning a booth at the Annapolis Valley Exhibition at Lawrencetown. Bev Smith has chaired Annapolis Valley Board over the last number of years but has now decided to step aside mainly for family reasons. She and her family have contributed so much of their time and efforts to Crime Stoppers. The work and interest that Bev and Carter contributed to our programs will continue long past their physical attendance. They cannot be replaced, and they will be sorely missed. BOOBQPMJT!WBMMFZ Bob Buchanan Board Chair, Annapolis Valley OPWB!TDPUJB CRIME STOPPERS CPBSE!PG!EJSFDUPST As the new chair this year of the Halifax Board, I want to take this opportunity to thank our volunteers for their tireless efforts in spreading the message of “Safe Communities and Neighborhoods, one tip at a time”. We have undertaken this year to spread this positive message that having safe homes and safe communities benefits us all. As a retired RCMP officer with 35 years’ service, I used to see daily how Crime Stoppers tips benefited our investigators in providing that piece of the puzzle to successfully bring persons responsible for various crimes to justice. Our active board continues to promote awareness through community BBQs, events like the Battle of Wits, Stanfield International Airport CS Awareness Day, Police Week and HRM parades. IBMJGBY Les Kakonyi Board Chair, Halifax
Thanks for your support 12 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) Nova Insulation & Finish Systems Ltd Specializing in Modern Stucco and Spray Foam Insulation. Fire Proofing and Thermal Imaging also available. 902-825-8292 info@nifs.ca www.nifs.ca The I.U.O.E. Local 727, which is the Nova Scotia Paramedics Union, on behalf of the Nova Scotia Paramedics who proudly serve Nova Scotia’s public in their times of need, acknowledge Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers and all the good work that they do to keep Nova Scotia safe. 303 Seaman St., Margaretsville, NS B0S 1N0 (902) 825-2411
CRIMESTOPPERS.NS.CA 13 With the challenges of the past year, the Crime Stoppers Program has maintained to be active in the community. Crime Stoppers comprises strategies and measures that seek to reduce the risk of crimes occurring, and their potential harmful effects on individuals and society, and the ability for individuals to report crimes anonymously when they do occur. To that effect, Crime Stoppers works in close partnership with National, Regional and Municipal police forces, other social agencies, the business sector, all levels of government, and most importantly with the community. Our board works diligently in the community to not only prevent crime and victimization, but also promote community safety and awareness of the Crime Stoppers Program. DPMDIFTUFS Amanda Morrisey Board Chair, Colchester Since our last annual report, the Cumberland Board participated in a Race Against Drugs event at a local elementary school. The board held two meetings in 2020 before the COVID-19 pandemic put a hold on gatherings. With the restrictions this year, we were unable to participate in our usual activities such as: Police Week, Seniors’ Expos, and a parade. With these activities, we would have been able to distribute materials to promote the TIPS number. We encourage anyone who is interested in or wants to join this group, to contact their local police. The board wishes to thank all individuals, groups, businesses, municipalities and towns in Cumberland that have supported our various activities in past years. Stay safe and hope to see our board up and running another year. DVNCFSMBOE Alfred King Board Chair, Cumberland OPWB!TDPUJB CRIME STOPPERS CPBSE!PG!EJSFDUPST! REMEMBERING DAVID SCHARF 1953 - 2021
14 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) 129 Park Road Elmsdale, NS B2S 2L3 902-883-4970 15246mgr@stores.carquest.com carquest.ca 394 Main Street, Middleton, NS B0S 1P0 1-855-370-6578 • www.bruceautogroup.com Ford • GMC Buick Chevrolet • Honda • Hyundai Auto Spa • Collision & Towing • Credit Solutions • Leasing Dismas Society Lavers House 454 Queen Street Truro, NS B2N 2C6 902-893-7226 DARIM MASONRY LIMITED Commercial Block and Brick Construction 1 Pinehill Dr., Suite 1 Lower Sackville, NS B4C 1N4 Phone: (902) 252-9694 Cell: (902) 209-5628 darimmasonryltd@hotmail.com DARRELL W JERRETT President 12 Chipman Drive, Kentville Industrial Park Phone: 902-678-0012 ~ Cell: 902-670-1908
CRIMESTOPPERS.NS.CA 15 OPWB!TDPUJB CRIME STOPPERS CPBSE!PG!EJSFDUPST! Lunenburg County Crime Stoppers presently have ten members who are dedicated and focused on promoting Crime Stoppers awareness in Lunenburg County. It is very rewarding volunteering for this non-profit organization and we are always looking for new members to help promote Crime Stoppers. Our board members have participated over the year in many activities, starting with booths set up at the Bridgewater Mall passing out pamphlets. We participate in the annual Michelin Safety Fair, Michelin Seniors Expo and some of our favorite activities are the Bridgewater Exhibition parade and Lunenburg Christmas parade of lights. Our board held a BBQ with the support of the Atlantic Superstore in Bridgewater to raise funds for our non-profit organization. The Lunenburg Board aim to continue to promote the Crime Stoppers message within the community and expect to have continued success in promoting awareness in the upcoming year. I would like to thank all the volunteers who take the time to promote this much needed program. MVOFOCVSH Ivan Rodenhiser Board Chair, Lunenburg Covid-19 has created challenging times for all organized events in our province this past year. Although events and meetings have been cancelled due to the pandemic, our members remain committed to the work we do within our boards. We strive to bring an awareness of the Crime Stoppers program to Pictou County and inform people about our work through public events and community involvement. Crime Stoppers has proved to be an especially important support system for our local Police and RCMP agencies who receive many valuable tips through the anonymous tips program. Our volunteer members work closely with representatives from our Police Departments and RCMP in our county. We also have excellent support from our provincial executive in Halifax. It has been obvious from the monthly stats we receive that a great deal of work continues to happen across Nova Scotia even during the pandemic. Members of the Pictou Board look forward to being able to resume participation in meetings, parades, presentations, and fundraisers when it is safe to do so. Once again, we will have the opportunity to promote Crime Stoppers in our communities and focus on combating crime and helping to keep our communities safe. QJDUPV Margie MacDonald Board Chair, Pictou County
16 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) Eacan Timber Limited 1495 Cobequid Road Waverley, NS B2R 1M5 (902) 860.5500 Phone: 468-7191 Cell: 471-0452 Fax: 468-7771 www.weldproltd.com weldproltd@msn.com 1 Weston Court Burnside Industrial Park Dartmouth, NS B3B 2C8 www.maplemist.ca 902-657-3711 Camp Location: 1927 Kemptown Road Colchester County, NS JIM MORRISON AUTO SALES 332, Highway 214 • Elmsdale, NS • B2S 2L7 Just off Exit 8 • Across from Atlantic Superstore Warranties • Financing Available Quality Pre-owned Vehicles 883-3133 Fax: 883-7070 U.S. Cell: 321-213-4373
CRIMESTOPPERS.NS.CA 17 TEEN DATING WJPMFODF AWARENESS AND TIPS FACTS • Dating Violence affects one in four teens. This type of abuse is not just physical, but it is emotional abuse also. • Yelling, threatening, name calling, extreme possessiveness, and obsessive phone calling or texting, are all a phase of Dating Violence. • You’re a Victim of Dating Violence if you are going out with someone who… is jealous and possessive, won’t let you have friends, and checks up on you or won’t accept breaking up? • Tries to control you by being bossy, giving orders, making all the decisions, or not taking your opinion seriously? • Puts you down in front of friends or tells you that you would be nothing without him/her? • Is violent? Has a history of fighting, loses his/her temper quickly, brags about mistreating you or others? Grabs, pushes, shove, or hit you? • Scares you? Makes you worry about reaction to things you say or do? Threatens you? Uses or owns weapons? • Pressures you for sex or is forceful or scary about sex? Gets too serious about the relationship too fast? • Makes your family and friends uneasy and concerned for your safety? • Abuses alcohol or other drugs and pressures you to use them? • Believes that he or she should be in control of the relationship? If you answered yes to any of these questions, it is possible that you are a victim of Dating Violence or Abuse. Both males and females in heterosexual or homosexual relationships can experience Dating Violence or abuse. • Get out of abusive relationships! Don’t put up with the abuse. You deserve better! • Know that you are not alone. Teens from all over the country of all different economical and ethnic backgrounds have been involved in a violent relationship. • Understand that you have done nothing wrong. It is not your fault. • Know that the longer you stay in the abusive relationship, the more intensive the violence will become. • Talk with your parents, a friend, counselor, a faith or spiritual leader, or someone else you trust. The more isolated you are from your friends and family, the more control your abuser has over you. • Alert a school counselor or security officer about the abuse. • Avoid being alone at school, your job, on the way to and from places and anywhere else he/she might have access to you. • Always tell someone where you’re going and when you plan to be back. • Know that you can get help from professionals at rape crisis centers, health services, counseling centers, your family health care provider, or a local clinic. • Remember that no one is justified in attacking you just because she or he is angry. • Do not meet him/her alone. Do NOT let him/her in your home, car, or near you when you are alone. BEING A FRIEND TO A VICTIMOF DATING VIOLENCE Most teens talk to other teens about their problems. If a friend tells you things that sound like his/her relationship is abusive, here are some suggestions or some ways to help: Don’t ignore signs of abuse. Talk to your friend. • Express your concerns. Tell your friend that your are worried about him/her. Support, do not judge. • Point out your friend’s strengths- many people in abusive relationships suffer from low self-esteem. Remind them of their talents, abilities, and gifts. • Encourage your friend to confide in a trusted adult. Offer to go with the friend for professional help. • Find out what laws may protect your friend from the abuser. • Never put yourself in a dangerous situation with the victim’s partner. Don’t try to mediate, or get directly involved. • Call the police if you witness an assault. Tell an adult (school principal, guidance counselor, or school resource officer) if you suspect the abuse but don’t witness it. • Take Action! Educate teens and adults in your community. Start a peer education program on teen and Dating Violence.
18 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) 2489 Hwy 3, Box 6 Lower East Pubnico Yarmouth Co, NS B0W 2A0 (902) 745-0265 NEW-GORE CO 339 Beaver Bank Rd., Beaver Bank, NS B4E 1K1 (902) 864-9788 www.foosingrestaurant.com 133 Onslow Road, Truro Office 902-895-9845 www.pattersonsales.ca www.ljpatteronsales.com “We Ship Lobster and Seafood Worldwide!” Top Prices Paid Hours: Mon - Fri 8 am - 5 pm Sat 8 am - 12 pm Truro Heights 86 Connector Road, Exit 13, Highway #102 Truro Heights, NS B6L 1Z3 902-897-0333
CRIMESTOPPERS.NS.CA 19 WHAT IS BULLYING? Bullying is characterized by acts of intentional harm, repeated over-time, in a relationship where an imbalance of power exists. It includes physical actions (punching, kicking, biting), verbal actions (threats, name calling, insults, racial or sexual comments), and social exclusion (spreading rumours, ignoring, gossiping, excluding). Boys tend to be more likely to bully and be bullied, usually in the form of a physical attack and exhibition of aggressive behaviour. Alternatively, girls appear to be more prone to indirect bullying in the form of social isolation, slandering and the spreading of rumours. WHAT ARE THE CONNECTIONS BETWEEN BULLYING, DELINQUENCY AND CRIME? Delinquent behaviour is far more common in children who bully other children. Self-report delinquency studies reveal that almost 40% of boys who frequently bully report delinquent behaviour compared to about 5% of boys who never or infrequently bully. For girls who bully frequently, close to 31% report delinquency compared to 3% of girls who never or infrequently bully. Research also reveals that children who bully are 37% more likely than those who do not bully to commit offences as adults. Similarly, children who bully may later suffer psychological problems, such as externalizing behaviours, aggressive tendencies, and occasional symptoms of depression. The implications of bullying can also be very serious for many victims. For example, male victims of bullying are five times more likely to be depressed and girls are over three times more likely to be depressed than their male and female classmates. Male and female victims of bullying are more likely to exhibit symptoms of suicide. Moreover, research suggests that the effects of bullying do not disappear with time. For example, the Journal of the American Medical Association reports that “individuals formerly bullied were found to have higher levels of depression and poorer self-esteem at the age of 23, despite the fact that, as adults, they were no more harassed or socially isolated than comparison adults”. Bullying behaviour during childhood is closely associated with future anti-social behaviour in adolescence and adulthood. Children who bully may turn into adolescents who sexually harass, become involved in delinquent or gang-related behaviours, or engage in date violence. As adults, these same individuals may display harassment in the workplace or may commit spousal, child, or senior abuse. The prevention of bullying behaviour in children and youth is an important factor for reducing the likelihood of future criminal activity. WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH BULLYING? Significant individual risk factors for bullying behaviour include persistent negative attitudes and early aggressive behaviour. Some risk factors for bullying are also risk factors for general delinquency, such as truancy, aggressive behaviour and a lack of respect for authority figures. Some risk factors are more frequent in children who bully, and they include CVMMZJOH!PREVENTION NATURE AND EXTENT OF BULLYING IN CANADA ...continued on page 21
20 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) Providing special care and services to Nova Scotians since 1971 25 Blockhouse Hill Road, PO Box 1480 Lunenburg, NS B0J 2C0 (902) 634-8836 Harbour View Haven “A Community For Quality Care” Sheehy Ent. Co. Peter & Terry Sheehy, Owners Proud supporter of Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers PO Box 356 Shubenacadie, NS B0N 2H0 758-2002 Proud to Support Crime Stoppers Phone: 875-3544 • Email: contact@municipalityofshelburne.ca Website: www.municipalityofshelburne.ca 289 Millville Hwy, Cape Breton, NS B1Y 2E1 902-674-2777 eykingfarms.ca SEXTON PHARMACY 746 Main Street Sydney Mines 736-3280 Owner: Chris Buckland
CRIMESTOPPERS.NS.CA 21 trouble concentrating in class and a lack of empathy and compassion for others. Gender differences also exist between the risk factors associated with bullying behaviour. For girls, bullying behaviour is closely linked to abuse suffered in the home, whereas bullying behaviour in boys is closely linked to involvement with anti-social or delinquent peers and behaviour. This explains why harm committed by girls is usually masked and difficult to detect in the social forms of bullying, while bullying behaviour exhibited by boys is primarily physical and visible to others. HOW FREQUENT IS BULLYING? In Canada, studies suggest that roughly 6% of students aged 12 to 19, report bullying others on a weekly basis, 8% report that they are victims of bullying weekly, and 1% report that they are both victimized and bully others on a weekly basis. Bullying surveys also indicate that many more boys than girls report being victims of bullying and almost all boys named male peers as the aggressors. A recent self report survey on delinquency among Toronto youth indicates that 16% of youths in grades 7 to 9 had been bullied on more than 12 occasions during the year prior to the survey. • Physical bullying: Research conducted in Canada, Europe and the United States has shown that roughly 10 to 15 percent of students aged 11 to 15 admitted being involved in weekly physical bullying. Physical bullying peaks in grades 6-8, and gradually declines thereafter. More specifically, this research suggests that boys were twice as likely to report frequent bullying than girls, while both genders reported an equal frequency of victimization. An additional 25-30% of students reported involvement in monthly physical bullying, and unlike the findings associated with weekly bullying behaviours, more boys than girls reported being victimized on a monthly basis. • Verbal bullying: 10-15% of all students reported involvement in weekly verbal bullying. Approximately twice as many students reported being victims of verbal bullying than engaging in verbal bullying themselves. No significant differences between girls and boys were found in this type of bullying. • Social bullying: Students who engage in social bullying are not likely to get caught. Instead, their harmful intentions are masked because the consequences cannot always be seen or heard. In one Canadian study, 41% of all students in grades 4 to 7 reported that they were victims of bullying and/or bullied others monthly. 7% of these students said they were victims of social bullying on a weekly basis, and 2% reported that they bullied other students socially on a weekly basis. Girls are more likely than boys to bully socially and to be victims of this form of bullying. publicsafety.gc.ca CVMMZJOH PREVENTION ...continued
22 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) COUNCILLOR BECKY KENT EJTUSJDU!4! Ebsunpvui!Tpvui!.!Fbtufso!Qbttbhf! Dfmm;!:13/589/6479! cfdlz/lfouAibmjgby/db! ! Ibmjgby!Sfhjpobm!Nvojdjqbmjuz! QP!Cpy!285:! Ibmjgby-!OT!!C4K!4B6
CRIMESTOPPERS.NS.CA 23 ...continued on page 25 Older members of our community are often more vulnerable to abuse, especially those who rely on others for some or all of their care. These are some of the common types of abuse facing older adults. PHYSICALABUSE Any physical pain or injury which is willfully inflicted upon an elder by a person who has care or custody of, or who stands in a position of trust with that elder, constitutes physical abuse. This includes, but is not limited to, direct beatings, sexual assault, unreasonable physical restraint, and prolonged deprivation of food or water. FINANCIALABUSE Any theft or misuse of an elder's money or property, by a person in a position of trust with an elder, constitutes financial abuse. NEGLECT The failure of any person having the care or custody of an elder to provide that degree of care which a reasonable person in a like position would provide constitutes neglect. This includes, but is not limited to: Failure to assist in personal hygiene or the provision of clothing for an elder Failure to provide medical care for the physical and mental health needs of an elder. This does not include instances in which an elder refuses treatment. Failure to protect an elder from health and safety hazards. Self-Neglect Failure to provide for self through inattention or dissipation. The identification of this type of case depends on assessing the elder's ability to choose a lifestyle versus a recent change in the elder's ability to manage. Psychological/Emotional Abuse The willful infliction of mental suffering, by a person in a position of trust with an elder, constitutes psychological/emotional abuses. Examples of such abuse are: verbal assaults, threats, instilling fear, humiliation, intimidation, or isolation of an elder. Abandonment Abandonment constitutes the desertion or willful forsaking of an elder by any person having the care and custody of that elder. under circumstances in which a reasonable person would continue to provide care of custody. IS ABUSEOFELDERADULTS ACRIME INCANADA? Abuse of elder adults is not specifically identified as a crime. The abuse may be a combination of different behaviours by the caregiver. Some of these behaviours may also be crimes. If the abuser has broken the law he or she may be charged with a criminal offence. novascotia.ca ELDER BCVTF Man photo created by master1305 - www.freepik.com
24 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) 88 Coldbrook Village Park Drive Coldbrook, NS B4R 1B9 (902) 678-6572 Fax: (902) 678-6228 TF: 1-888-678-6572 www.bowerjacquard.ca Pierre LeBlanc President P.O. Box Box 433, Cheticamp Nova Scotia, Canada B0E 1H0 Email pleblanc@cheticampfisheries.com Tel 902-244-1971 Cell 506-533-4719 Fax 902-224-2487 7 Moore Rd., Unit 1, Dartmouth, NS B3B 1J1 (902) 468-3087 www.progressivecabinets.ca Windows, Doors & Siding Free Quotes On Any of your Home’s Exterior Needs 3200 Kempt Rd., Halifax, NS B3K 4X1 902-454-2111 Email: info@deloreylevy.com Web: www.deloreylevy.com Delorey & Levy Graphics & Sign Specialists Locations across Nova Scotia 1-800-565-2208 West Nova Fuels and Superline Fuels are proud to support crime prevention in Nova Scotia. www.westnova.ca Halifax, NS 902-406-1400 Fredericton, NB 506-458-9000 Charlottetown, PE 902-628-9091 www.amgclaims.ca 14614 Cabot Trail Road Cheticamp NS B0E 1H0 (902) 224-3782
CRIMESTOPPERS.NS.CA 25 ELDER BCVTF ...continued The most scary part of Elder Abuse is that it is often perpetrated by a care giver, neighbour, family member or close friend. House photo created by rawpixel.com - www.freepik.com SOMEFACTS ANDMYTHS ABOUTELDERABUSE Fact • Victims and abusers come from all geographic, economic, social and cultural backgrounds. • Victims may not disclose abuse because they feel ashamed, guilty, fearful, or they wish to protect the abuser. •Victims often rationalize their abuse by blaming themselves in the belief that they once hurt the abuser. Myth • Older people could leave if they want to. • Spousal abuse stops at the age of 60. • Older people are usually sick, frail and need care. SOHOWCANCRIMESTOPPERSHELP? People often feel that Elder Abuse is a family matter or fear that interference will make the problem worse. These attitudes only enable the problem to get worse and consequences to those we should respect most in our society could be fatal. If you have any information about Elder Abuse and we encourage you to report it to Crime Stoppers by calling the toll-free tips line anytime at 1-800-222-8477(TIPS). Your call will always remain anonymous and you may be eligible for a cash reward. General Inquiries (NOTTIPS) – Email us at tips@ns.sympatico.ca You can submit OnlineTips via our Secure Portal at www.p3tips.com or call 1-800-222-8477 - https://www.facebook.com/NovaScotiaCrimeStoppers/ - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfy_ufPcT64fk3kloxK48zQ - https://twitter.com/search?f=tweets&vertical=default&q=nova%20scotia%20crime% 20stoppers&src=typd
26 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) 61 Mount Hope Avenue, Dartmouth NS B2Y 4V9 (902) 465-4877 esri.ca 902.423.5199 MUNICIPALITY OF THE DISTRICT OF DIGBY 12548 Hwy 217 Seabrook Digby, NS B0V 1A0 www.digbymun.ca Bus: (902) 245-4777 Fax: (902) 245-5748 I.M.P. Group Ltd 2651 Joseph Howe Drive Halifax, NS B3L 4T1 902-453-2400 “Sincere Appreciation to our Law Enforcement Officers” • Complete spring & air ride suspension service • King pin service axle - bored & sleeved on truck • Leaf spring repair or replacement on 1/2 - 1 ton trucks • Suspension service on utility trailers and RV’s 1-902-922-2525 or 1-877-922-2525 Thorburn, NS www.customspringwelding.ca 333 Industrial Ave., Truro, NS B2N 6V6 sorenson@ns.sympatico.ca (902) 895-5020 S SORENSEN ELECTRIC LTD
CRIMESTOPPERS.NS.CA 27 Is Commerce on the Internet Safe? • Providing that some common sense is used, Canadians should feel safe conducting their business on the internet. • Know with whom you are dealing. • Ensure that your Internet Browser goes to a secure mode (watch for url to be https:// or lock to show in bottom right of screen). • Never respond to unsolicited requests. Securing YourHome Computer • All Canadians connecting to the Internet should ensure that they have installed an up-to-date virus protection program. These should download virus definitions on a regular basis. • Software or hardware firewalls should also be a part of your security package. • Never open e-mail attachments unless it is something that you have asked for or are expecting. • Installing an inexpensive router between your cable or DSL modem will offer some added protection. • No one should be asking you to provide personal information in an e-mail. Beware of Get-Rich-Quick Schemes • The internet has become an inexpensive way for organized groups to attempt to defraud Canadians. Do not respond to messages looking for help to get monies out of other countries or informing you that you are part of an inheritance. • If you have goods, services or property advertised for sale on the Internet, be suspicious of offers to purchase when you receive a cheque in payment for goods. Many cheques have been reported stolen and altered to attempt to defraud. Child Safety on the Internet • Parents should know where their children are going and what they do while on the Internet. • Instant messenger services can be safe and a means of communication for children but the rules we have been telling our children for years still need to be followed. • Never talk to strangers. • Never accept gifts from someone you do not know. • Tell your parents if anyone approaches you on-line and wants your real information or does anything to disturb you. • NEVER provide real information to anyone on the Internet. • If you have profiles or web pages, be sure that the information does not identify who you are. What is Phishing? • “Phishing” or “brand spoofing” is the act of sending an e-mail to a user falsely claiming to be a legitimate enterprise in an attempt to scam the user into disclosing private information. • Government, financial institutions and online auctions/pay services are common targets of brand spoofing. • The goal of criminals using phishing is to lead consumers to believe that a request for information is coming from a legitimate company. In reality, it is a malicious attempt to collect customer information for the purpose of committing fraud. HowCanYou Protect Yourself? • Do not reply to any e-mail that requests your personal information. • If you receive a request, contact the financial institution immediately and report your suspicions. • Financial institutions will not send you an e-mail with a link for you to come back and update or confirm your personal data. • Routinely review your financial statements for any signs of fraudulent charges. JOUFSOFU!SAFETY TIPS Computer vector created by macrovector - www.freepik.com
28 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) WHAT IS HUMAN TRAFFICKING? Human Trafficking is defined as the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harbouring or receipt of persons, by various means of coercion, force, fraud, or the abuse of power, for the purpose of exploitation. Exploitation typically includes sexual exploitation, forced labour, involuntary servitude, or slavery. The clandestine nature of Human Trafficking makes it difficult to ascertain its true magnitude. The United Nations however has estimated that over 800,000 persons are trafficked annually. Other organizations have put the estimated totals even higher than this. It is also estimated that more than half of people who are trafficked annually are children! Child victims of trafficking are often exploited for sexual purposes, including prostitution, pornography and sex tourism. They are also exploited for forced labour, including domestic servitude, sweatshop factory work and migrant farming. VICTIMSOFTRAFFICKINGCANBEFOUND IN: • Commercial sex or prostitution • Nannies or servants • Sweatshop factories • Construction • Farming or landscaping WHERE DOES IT OCCUR? DON’T CLOSE YOUR EYES TO HUMAN TRAFFICKING. Certainly experience has shown that Human Trafficking occurs in our major cities across Canada, however it is not exclusively restricted there. Wherever there is a demand for any of the services referred to in the previous list, it is conceivable victims can be found there as well. Perhaps in your own community! Please don’t close your eyes to Human Trafficking. If you suspect or know of Human Trafficking activity, please contact your local Police, or if you wish to remain anonymous, call your local Crime Stoppers. ROOT CAUSES. Some of the main causes for trafficking persons into Canada include: an increasing demand for low cost labour and services across Canada and the United States, poverty, lack of education and employment opportunities and inequality (gender, nationality) in countries of origin. IDENTIFYING VICTIMS HOW TO RECOGNIZE A VICTIM • Speak neither English nor French, or may not speak on their own behalf • Originate from a foreign country • Be unaware of local surroundings even though they have been in the area for an extended period of time • Show evidence of control, intimidation or abnormal psychological fear • Not be able to move or leave job • Have bruises or show signs of physical abuse • Show signs of malnutrition • Be frequently accompanied by an individual who may be their trafficker • Be frequently moved by their trafficker WHAT IS THE VICTIM’S MINDSET? THE VICTIMS MAY: Not self-identify as victims of human trafficking. Victims may not appear to need social services because they have a place to live, food to eat, medical care and what they think is a paying job; Be taught to distrust outsiders, especially law enforcement. They have a sense of fear and distrust toward the government and police because they are afraid they will be deported; Feel better in their current situation than where they came from, even if they are being exploited; Be completely unaware of their rights or may have been intentionally misinformed about their right in our country; Fear for their families in their home countries. Some traffickers threaten that they will harm their families if they report their situations to, or cooperate with, law enforcement. IVNBO!TRAFFICKING THE RISE OF MODERN SLAVERY IN CANADA
CRIMESTOPPERS.NS.CA 29 WHAT YOU CAN DO ABOUT IT OPEN YOUR EYES. Quite often, Human Trafficking is happening right in our own communities and we do not notice. The reason we do not notice is often due to a lack of familiarity about Human Trafficking. We encourage you to firstly make yourself aware of the issue of Human Trafficking, and secondly, help your family and friends be aware. By raising awareness levels throughout all communities in Canada, we believe we will be able to greatly reduce the incidence and continuance of Human Trafficking. That is a good thing to do! Please help those victims already in our midst and help prevent the importation and exploitation of more. WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU CONTACT CRIME STOPPERS? Firstly, your identity will never be known as Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display. Your call will be completely anonymous. The information you provide will be forwarded to the Police for investigation and, if proven to be accurate, will help ensure the perpetrator(s) will be arrested and charged, and you would be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000. The victim (the person being trafficked) will be provided with assistance and, if from another country, can be provided with a temporary residency permit and a safe location while the matter is being resolved. RESOURCES ON BEHALF OF VICTIMS: For victims of unimaginable cruelty, we are appealing for a countrywide fight against Human Trafficking. A national, collaborative, powerful fight. We are appealing because Human Trafficking is modern day slavery. We are appealing because these victims have no voice. Crime Stoppers programs all across Canada have a proven record at helping solve crime in our communities. We are very pleased to be part of what we believe is the solution to helping to reduce and even eliminate the practice of Human Trafficking in Canada and help curtail the incidence of people being trafficked through Canada to the United States. Please don’t close your eyes! Remember please, that in addition to being a major crime, Human Trafficking is a serious violation of the Human Rights of the individuals who are being trafficked. By participating in our Blue Blindfold Campaign, you will be helping those who are not able to help themselves. Together we can make it stop! If you think you know someone being trafficked or are being trafficked yourself, contact Crime Stoppers for more information on HUMAN TRAFFICKING. IVNBO!TRAFFICKING ...continued WE ARE HERE TO HELP. PLEASE CALL 1 (800) 222-8477
30 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) At Home • Lock all doors and windows before leaving the house. • Do not display gifts where they can be seen from a window or doorway. • Before going out in the evening, turn on lights and a radio so the house looks occupied. • If going on an extended vacation, get neighbors to watch your house, shovel snow, pick up newspapers, and park their car in the driveway from time to time. • Make sure items like DVD Players, stereos, cameras, microwaves etc. are marked with a unique identification number to help police recover it in case of theft. • Be wary of strangers coming to the door asking for charitable donations. Ask for identification, if the donations are tax deductible, and how the funds are going to be used. If you aren’t satisfied with the answer, do not contribute. • Beware of package deliveries where the couriers have the wrong address. Write down tag numbers of suspicious delivery attempts. • Prevent children from playing with tree lights and/or electric connections. When Shopping • Be careful of people loitering around parking garages, parking lots, and outside of stores. Go the other way. • Never park in an unlit lot, no matter how convenient it is. • Shop before dark if possible. • Lock doors and close windows even if planning to be gone for only a few minutes. • Lock packages in trunk. • Check interior of car before getting in, esp. back seats. • Park near street lights, and have keys in hand when you return to your car. • Don’t carry excess credit cards. Keep credit card numbers recorded & keep this information in a safe place. • Carry purse under arm and keep wallet in inside pockets, not in back of trousers. • Teach children to go to a store clerk or security guard if they get separated from you. • They should never go into a parking lot alone. CRIME QSFWFOUJPO!TIPS Crime scene designed by vectorpouch - www.freepik.com
Help Prevent Office Theft andOther RelatedCrimes • Keep purse, wallet, keys, or other valuable items with you at all times, or locked in a drawer or closet. • Check identity of any strangers who are in your office - ask whom they are visiting and if you can help them find that person. If this makes you uncomfortable, inform security or management about your suspicions. • Always let someone know where you’ll be - whether it’s coming in late, working late, going to the photocopier or mail room, going out to lunch or a meeting. • Report any broken or flickering lights, dimly lit corridors, doors that don’t lock properly, or broken windows. Don’t wait for someone else to do it. • Be discreet. Don’t advertise your social life or vacation plans and those of your co-workers to people visiting or calling your place of work. • Stairwells and out-of-the-way corridors - Don’t use the stairs when alone. Talk to the building manager about improving poorly lighted corridors and stairways. • Elevators - Don’t get into elevators with people who look out of place or behave in a strange or threatening manner. If you find yourself in an elevator with someone who makes you nervous, get off as soon as possible. • Restrooms - Attackers can hide in stalls and corners. Make sure restrooms are locked and only employees have keys. Be extra cautious when using restrooms that are isolated or poorly lighted. • After hours - don’t work late alone. Create a buddy system for walking to the parking lots or public transportation, or ask security to escort you. • Parking lots or Garages - Choose a well-lighted, well-guarded parking garage. Always lock your vehicle and roll the windows all the way up. If you notice any strangers hanging around the parking lot, notify security or the police. When you approach your car, have the key ready. Check the floor of both the front, and the back seats before getting in your car. Lock your car as soon as you get in- before you buckle your seat belt. CRIME QSFWFOUJPO!TIPS CRIMESTOPPERS.NS.CA 31 Contact us General Inquiries (NOTTIPS) – Email us at tips@ns.sympatico.ca You can submit OnlineTips via our Secure Portal at www.p3tips.com or call 1-800-222-8477 - https://www.facebook.com/NovaScotiaCrimeStoppers/ - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfy_ufPcT64fk3kloxK48zQ - https://twitter.com/search?f=tweets&vertical=default&q=nova%20scotia%20crime% 20stoppers&src=typd Our Crime Stoppers program has proven its worth many times over to our police and other enforcement agencies. Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers Association 1650 Bedford Hwy / PO Box 44062 Bedford, NS B4A 3X5
RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy MTM0NTk1OA==