When the stakes are highest, police leaders must stand ready to make life-or-death decisions in an instant.
In critical incidents where public safety is on the line, the ability to command under pressure is paramount.
There is no room for hesitation, no margin for error. The lives of civilians, officers, and the reputation of the
force rest on the shoulders of those tasked with leading through the chaos.
In these moments, failure is not an option. The ability to control, direct, and make sound, immediate
decisions can only come from thorough preparation. Commanders must not only know the tactics, but be
conditioned to think clearly and act decisively amidst intense stress. Confidence in the face of uncertainty is
the hallmark of a true leader.
It is our duty and honor to prepare Canada’s police leaders for these pivotal moments. Our training goes
beyond the basics, delivering the expertise required to lead with authority in the most challenging
situations. We equip commanders with the skills to face any critical incident, ensuring they are prepared
for every possible outcome.
Because in the field, leadership can make the difference between control and catastrophe. And those who
lead must always be ready.
CIC
Critical Incident
Commander
A rigorous 2-week course aimed to certify
senior officers as Critical Incident
Commanders in Canada. It provides advanced
training on managing high-risk incidents,
command post operations, tactical
integration, and legal frameworks.
Key focus areas include barricaded suspect
resolution, hostage rescue, and active deadly threats.
CIM
Critical Incident
Manager
A comprehensive 5-day program tailored for
staff sergeants, duty officers, and
commanders to manage critical incidents with
patrol resources until a tactical unit arrives on
scene. The course covers essential tactics for
barricaded suspect resolution, hostage
rescue, and active deadly threats, along with
command post setup, safety priorities, and
decision-making protocols. It includes a
detailed review of legal frameworks in
Canada relevant to tactical operations.
CIS
Critical Incident
Supervisor
This 2-day course prepares patrol supervisors
to handle critical incidents with available
patrol resources. Key topics include ICLEAR,
tactical decision-making, and the
management of high-risk situations such as
barricaded suspects, hostage takings, and
active deadly threats.
The course also covers key Canadian legal
authorities essential to the role of front-line
supervisors.
Alternative dates and locations can be requested through the course application form