Asset Building for Police
Thrive! The Canadian Centre for Positive Youth Development is commited to supporting Police Officers as we expand the concept of Asset-Based Policing to reach communities across the country.
Police as Community Asset-Building Partners
Policing agencies are a logical partner as we work toward a coordinated network of community Asset Building partners due to their focus on creating and maintaining safe and orderly communities.  Youth have been identified as a national priority by both the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Canadian Chiefs of Police and engaging youth through Asset Building is recognized as a positive and productive strategy.
NEW RESOURCE FOR POLICE SERVICES!  Breaking With the Law - The Story of Positive Tickets
by Ward Clapham, Former Superintendent of Richmond RCMP Positive Tickets is a program where you catch kids doing good things and reward them with a voucher or coupon to some fun, free activity.  The pupose of Positive Tickets is to build relationships of trust with youth in your community  and encourage good behaviour.  Former Superintendanent of Richmond, British Columbia RCMP Ward Clapham explains that the ticket is simply the gateway to the relationship. The book is divided into two sections.  In the first section, Clapham shares his inspirational journey from being a typical cop "hunting" criminals to an officer who 'hunts" for good behaviour as a way to prevent crime from ever happening.  His unique perspective on the power of preventive, proactive law enforcement initiatives is illustrated through stories, quotes, and visuals. In the second section, Clapham outlines a simple, step-by-step process for implementing the Positive Tickets program in other communities: Step 1: Set Up Step 2: Roll Out Step 3: Maintain
To order your copy of Breaking With the Law for $20.00 plus shipping and applicable taxes visit Thrive's on-line catalogue by clicking on the On-Line Catalogue icon in the top right corner of your screen and go to the 'New' or 'Police Service' sections of the catalogue.
How Asset-Based Policing is Making a Difference
Four national gatherings have been hosted by Thrive!  - Miramichi, New Brunswick 2007 Kamloops, British Columbia 2008 Waterloo, Ontario in 2009 St. Albert, Alberta in 2010  Over 350 officers have come together to learn more about Asset Building.  As follow up to these events we are sharing the ideas, stories and inspiration with you and we hope that you will be able to join us for future events. To be notified of trainings and gatherings in support of Asset-Based Policing please click here.
This was an excellent opportunity to strengthen our commitment to asset building and networking with other members and police services. - participant from the Asset-Based Policing Session in Kamloops, BC
Tools and Resources
Click on any of these headings to access information and resources to support your Asset Building efforts.
Inspiration
Learn how others are building assets in their communities through Asset-Based Policing efforts.
Presentations
Gathered from our network of Asset Builders, you will find a broad range of presentations focusing on many aspects of Asset-Based Policing.
Resources
Helpful handouts, checklists, and other resources to reinforce the philosophy of Asset Building and how it relates to Asset-Based Policing are found here.
Events and Training
We learn more when we come together and share information and best practices.  We are happy to share information about your Asset-Based Policing event here in addtion to information about workshops and gatherings that are planned.
Support and Assistance
You are not alone!  There are many members of the policing community who feel that Asset-Based Policing is key to connecting with youth and the community.  Click here to share your ideas or questions and we will direct you to the resources or to others who can provide the support and assistance you require.