What does it take to build a culture of well-being in one of the most demanding professions?
Louisa Jewell, Founder and President of the Canadian Positive Psychology Association (CPPA), sits down with Lanie Schachter-Snipper, Acting Wellness Unit Commander at the Toronto Police Service, a Canadian Workplace Well-Being Awards (CWWA) winner, to explore how mental health is being embedded into policing culture.
At the center of this work is The Chief’s Wellbeing Program — a bold initiative redefining service excellence by placing mental health at its core. Personally led by Chief Myron Demkiw, the program equips every new officer with the tools, awareness, and courage to build lifelong resilience from day one.
Developed in partnership with psychologists and wellness experts, this four-step program blends evidence-based training with one-on-one support — creating a model for police well-being across North America.
Through dedicated mental health leadership roles, specialized training, and a data-driven approach, Toronto Police Service is embedding care into its culture — demonstrating that compassion and courage go hand-in-hand in keeping both officers and communities safe.
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About Toronto Police Service:
Toronto Police Service is one of North America’s largest municipal police services, committed to public safety, community trust, and organizational excellence. Through innovative programs like The Chief’s Wellbeing Program, TPS is advancing a culture where officer well-being is recognized as essential to effective policing and community care.
Thank you, Toronto Police Service, for your leadership and commitment to workplace well-being.
