Status of Women committee  I don't have much to add, other than that, in Peterborough Police, we currently have officers who go into the schools. I know this is being assessed in Canada as to whether it's a good thing or a bad thing, especially for racialized youth and what that might mean in terms of feel

Status of Women committee  No, that's okay.

Status of Women committee  Any time we can encourage agencies to be collaborative, it's always a good thing, and having direct access to funds for victims of crime or victims of violence is a good thing.

Status of Women committee  I don't think money is ever the only thing that solves an issue. I think it's incredibly important. Obviously, we know that resources are so important. What I know about Peterborough specifically—I can't attribute it to other communities—is that we have what I like to refer to

Status of Women committee  Thank you so much. I would like to start off by acknowledging that we are on the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and the Chippewa Nations covered by Treaty No. 20 of the Williams Treaties. Thank you for inviting us to speak as a witness at this committee hearing. Spe