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Ian Scott

Last published Feb. 2026 · On our record since 2013

Where this writer stands

Public safety1 piece

Prevention and restraintEnforcement and sentencing

“But it's just as important to build a culture where officers who become aware of misconduct feel confident they can report it without reprisals.” Read the piece

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Recent work

Opinion: How can Toronto’s police regain public confidence?Opinion · The Globe and Mail · Feb 8, 2026
Opinion: The RCMP cannot continue front-line policing if it isn’t responsive to the communities it servesOpinion · The Globe and Mail · Jun 16, 2020
Opinion | Police oversight bill should be passed, says former SIU directorOpinion · Toronto Star · Jan 30, 2018
Ways to improve Ontario’s SIUOpinion · Toronto Star · Oct 10, 2013