Friday, July 28, 2006 - 8:30-10:00 AM ET

In "Leading the Way to a Safer Nation" it is personal and collective leadership that is the difference maker - the Essential Piece! This year's COPS Conference workshops focus on leadership strategies and processes for effective community policing. Cmdr. Nila will present leadership principles for an increasing complex and challenging world using Dr. Stephen R. Covey's the 8th Habit as the foundation for building effective organization's, communities and neighborhoods. You will be challenged to reach for a higher level of contribution, partnerships and accountability. And, you will leave the session inspired and empowered to use your leadership influence to make our nation safer tomorrow than it is today

Friday, July 28, 2006 - 11:45 AM - 1:45 PM ET (Working lunch)

An intimate expert of Sir Winston - his own granddaughter - offers today's leaders insights on the essential principles of leadership that guided Winston Churchill's remarkable career. Drawing on vivid stories, letters and speeches, Sandys will reveal lessons we must learn if we are to lead in today's tough law enforcement environment by studying the actions and words of a man who remains an inspiration to all.

Saturday, July 29, 2006 - 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM ET (Closing Plenary)

Policing takes many forms and requires a wide range of skills. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police is unique in the sense that it has jurisdiction ranging from municipal to international. While this presents many challenges, there are many more opportunities to work with domestic and international partners to ensure the safety and security of our communities. Assistant Commissioner Mike McDonell will describe how front-line community policing is the foundation for everything from public safety, intelligence-led policing and national security.