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Who's Who Special Edition BBB MAGAZINE 17 T he Northwest Law Enforcement Academy is proud of its relationship with the Better Business Bureau since its inception. It is important that the Academy be seen as a responsible and accountable organization in the local community, says its CEO Victor Popow. Northwest Academy was founded 18 years ago by Winnipeg Police Chief Herb Stephen (Retired) and provides students with foundational skills and competencies which allow them to obtain employment in law enforcement organizations across Canada, such as the RCMP, Police agencies, First Nations Police Agencies, Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA), the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Manitoba Sheriff's, Federal & Provincial Corrections and more. Recognized by the Manitoba Justice Department, it has provided customized training over the years to such departments as Manitoba Housing, Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries as well as First Nations Constable training. Located near Winnipeg's James A. Richardson International Airport, students learn from retired former law enforcement officers from the RCMP, Winnipeg Police Service, CBSA and Federal Corrections. The 10-month, 720-hour Diploma program consists of courses such as criminal law, conducting investigations and interrogations and ethics, but also includes practical training such as report writing, police defensive tactics, forensics, and restricted and non-restricted firearms certification. Applicants from all over Canada attend the Academy and it has a job placement of over 70 per cent. Northwest Academy has graduated more than 700 people, ranging from 18 to 40 years of age, and law enforcement recruiters are constant visitors to the school, noting its students are well trained, disciplined, motivated and practise the values that are sought after by today's law enforcement agencies. The Academy offers three classes per year, starting in September, October and April. It offers $1,000 scholarships for graduating Grade 12 students and has two-day workshops in August and during Spring Break. ❙ For more information, contact the Academy directly by phone at 204-953-8310 or visit its website at northwestlaw.ca. Train Today. Protect Tomorrow ACADEMY PREPARES STUDENTS FOR CAREERS IN LAW ENFORCEMENT NORTHWEST LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY