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Cathrine Farrell

Winnipeg,MB

Summary

I have accumulated thirty years of investigative experience. My professional background encompasses significant expertise in the analysis and investigation of sexual and gender-based violence, along with sex and labor trafficking. Over the course of my career, I have developed a thorough understanding of offenders and their behaviors, dedicating thousands of hours to the analysis and investigation of homicides, gender-based violence, abductions, luring, and various other forms of interpersonal violence.


Given my extensive experience in investigating sex and labor trafficking, I provide training and education to law enforcement agencies, governmental bodies, and non-governmental organizations. The innovative work carried out by my unit in the field of labor trafficking has resulted in our investigative techniques being adopted as a model for other jurisdictions. I have received training from the International Association of Human Trafficking Investigators.


In addition to my investigative capabilities and specialized training concerning human trafficking, I have experience in public complaints and Code of Conduct investigations. I have completed VIP training and possess advanced skills in police driving, motorcade operations, site security, and bodyguard duties.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

NCO I/c Human Trafficking/Counter Exploitation

Royal Canadian Mounted Police
08.2024 - Current
  • Analyzed human trafficking data to identify trends, supporting informed decision-making ensuring appropriate resource deployment.
  • Facilitated various departmental communications, promoting collaboration and alignment on objectives related to human trafficking.
  • Established effective working relationships with external agencies for joint training opportunities and appropriate information sharing.
  • Spearheaded community outreach efforts strengthening relationships between law enforcement, government, NGO's and other community partners.
  • Integrated intelligence activities into other unit operations, plans and programs.
  • Directed collection, organization and application of intelligence and other data to enhance operational, police, victim safety and investigational success.
  • Using partnerships, provided wrap around support, supplying necessities to survivors of human trafficking.
  • Developed and delivered training programs to police and other organizations related to human trafficking prevention and response tactics.
  • Established trust with human trafficking survivors through empathetic listening skills, non-judgmental responses, and consistent reliability in follow-through actions.

NCO I/c Eastman Traffic Services

Royal Canadian Mounted Police
07.2019 - 08.2024
  • Led cross-functional teams to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
  • Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to optimize workflow efficiency.
  • Mentored and trained junior staff on best practices and operational procedures.
  • Analyzed data to identify areas for targeted enforcement and unit improvements.
  • Collaborated with upper management to align unit goals with RCMP strategic priorities.
  • Oversaw budget management, ensuring resources were allocated effectively.
  • Enhanced public trust by resolving public complaints promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Developed comprehensive risk management plans, maximizing police and public safety.

NCO I/c MB Integrated High Risk Sex Offender Unit

Royal Canadian Mounted Police
05.2018 - 07.2019
  • Led an integrated team of analysts and police officers from the RCMP and Winnipeg Police Service
  • Oversaw the National Sex Offender Registry and for Manitoba.
  • Reduced recidivism and enhanced public safety by utilizing advanced surveillance techniques and monitoring of high risk offenders.
  • Provided Situation Reports to RCMP Upper Management and media regarding the release of high risk offenders who posed risks to the community.
  • Strengthened communication between stakeholders by participating in multidisciplinary team meetings focused on offender management strategies.

Corporal - Violent Crime Specialist/ Analyst

Royal Canadian Mounted Police
05.2011 - 05.2018
  • Analyzed verbal, physical and sexual behavior of known offenders and linked them to unsolved cases and unknown offender behavior to known cases in search of serial offenders.
  • Led Violent Crime Analysis training at the Canadian Police College and within Manitoba, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing of violent offender behavior.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to enhance data-sharing protocols and improve investigative outcomes.
  • Improved public safety by providing actionable intelligence for law enforcement decision-making processes for violent crime offenses.

Education

Certificate in Leadership Excellence - Leadership Management

Dalhousie University
Dalhousie, Nova Scotia
12.2023

Certificate in Police Leadership - International Policing And Security

Dalhousie University
Dalhousie, Nova Scotia
03.2021

Certificate in Police Leadership - Administration

Dalhousie University
Dalhousie, Nova Scotia
12.2014

Bachelor of Education - Reading/Language Arts

University of Regina
Regina, Saskatchewan
09.1994

Timeline

NCO I/c Human Trafficking/Counter Exploitation

Royal Canadian Mounted Police
08.2024 - Current

NCO I/c Eastman Traffic Services

Royal Canadian Mounted Police
07.2019 - 08.2024

NCO I/c MB Integrated High Risk Sex Offender Unit

Royal Canadian Mounted Police
05.2018 - 07.2019

Corporal - Violent Crime Specialist/ Analyst

Royal Canadian Mounted Police
05.2011 - 05.2018

Certificate in Leadership Excellence - Leadership Management

Dalhousie University

Certificate in Police Leadership - International Policing And Security

Dalhousie University

Certificate in Police Leadership - Administration

Dalhousie University

Bachelor of Education - Reading/Language Arts

University of Regina
Cathrine Farrell