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THUNDER BAY - The second session of public consultations hosted by the expert panel to review policing in the city saw a much larger turnout than the first, with those in attendance sharing concerns ranging from systemic racism in the Thunder Bay Police Service to what the panel will actually do with the feedback it is collecting.
Initially the format for the consultation would have seen participants break out into smaller groups to meet with panel members, but those in attendance felt all voices should be heard collectively and it continued with a town hall format. Kerry McLaughlin, a member of the Metis Nation of Ontario echoed Chief King’s comments, adding that policing is a calling that can take a heavy toll on those who put on the uniform, but discussions about the profession need proper framing.
“We are putting money in and we are going to throw it out and do it again,” the participant said, adding that this is a situation where the cart is being put before the horse. Issues of systemic racism in the Thunder Bay Police Service were also raised and that the possible reason for low turnouts during the public consultations is that people don’t feel comfortable speaking to the issues publicly.
Another participant emphasized to the panel that racism is very prevalent in the city and addressing the issues will require a solution that is unique to Thunder Bay.
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