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Mike Baylin

Ladysmith,BC

Summary

Police investigator well versed in the principals of Major Case Management. Extensive experience conducting complex investigations.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

General Investigation Section

ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE
10.2023 - Current
  • Served as the Primary Investigator, File Co-Ordinator and Affiant on complex Criminal Code investigations utilizing the principals of Major Case Management;
  • Drafted Judicial Authorizations for Production Orders, Search Warrants, DNA orders, etc;
  • Prepared electronic disclosures in accordance with Memorandum of Understanding with Crown Counsel;
  • Conducted risk assessments and led related briefings prior to the execution of Search Warrants;
  • Prepared and provided court testimony in Provincial and Supreme Court, including the use of prepared, digital evidence presentations.
  • Managed and organized vast evidentiary digital data sets resulting from Production Orders;
  • Conducted or supervised witness and victim statements;
  • Conducted structured custodial and non-custodial suspect interviews ensuring adherence to the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms;
  • Conducted static and mobile surveillance;
  • Conducted or ensured the utilization of forensically sound best practices for exhibit seizure, handling and continuity;
  • Attended scenes of unfolding events ensuring the preservation of perishable evidence
  • Liaised with partner agencies ensuring information sharing is conducted according to the appropriate legislation;
  • Mentored front-line investigators in the drafting of Judicial Authorizations and handling of complex investigations.

Nanaimo Bike Unit Officer

ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE
09.2021 - 10.2023
  • On bicycle and police vehicle, conducted patrols of downtown Nanaimo;
  • Served as liaison to local businesses and community groups;
  • Organized and led meetings to develop community-based solutions to address stakeholder concerns;
  • Served as the Nanaimo Detachment LGBTQIA2+ liaison officer (continued after leaving Bike Unit);
  • Organized and implemented security planning for the PRIDE parade and festival (2021-2024);
  • Attended and addressed calls for service often involving persons with mental health or substance abuse issues;
  • Met and worked with community partners such as Nanaimo Bylaws, Animal Control, CSO’s.

General Duty Investigator

ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE
05.2017 - 02.2018
  • Responded to calls for service and crimes in progress;
  • Conducted investigations under the Criminal Code, Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, Mental Health Act, Liquor Control and Licensing Act as well as other Provincial and Municipal legislation;
  • Service of Summons and Subpoena documents;
  • Completion of reports to Crown Counsel for matters in which charge approval is being sought;
  • Conducted statements with suspects, victims and witnesses.

General Duty Investigator

ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE
04.2014 - 05.2017
  • Respond to calls for service on public and First Nations territories;
  • Addressing unfolding events or calls for service while on-call overnight;
  • All points previously documented under Nanaimo General Duty Service.

General Duty Investigator

ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE
10.2008 - 04.2014
  • Responded to calls for service;
  • Conducted investigations under relevant legislation;
  • Served as the Detachment Fitness Coordinator arranging educational speakers and events.

Assistant Manager of Support Services and Community Drop-In

Shepherds of Good Hope
02.2007 - 04.2008
  • Supervision of staff and clients during Community Drop-In hours;
  • Assisting clients dealing with mental health issues and personal emergencies;
  • Creation of proposals to obtain goods and services for the organization.

Orderly

Royal Ottawa Mental Health Center
08.2004 - 04.2008
  • Supervision of patients on watch for self harming behaviour or medical issues;
  • Assisting elderly or infirm patients with activities of daily living;
  • De-escalating hostile situations between patients or patients and medical team members.

Front Line Staff Member

Shepherds of Good Hope
04.2002 - 02.2007
  • Responsible for safety and well-being of clients suffering from mental health issues, alcoholism or substance abuse issues;
  • Acted as a liaison between clients and outside support agencies;
  • Assessed client behaviour, assisted in instruction of daily living skills and connected clients with appropriate supports.

Customer Service Representative

Rideau Bakery
01.1998 - 09.2001
  • Dealt with customer issues;
  • Filled or assured the completion of wholesale orders;
  • Served customers in a retail setting.

Census Representative

Statistics Canada
04.2001 - 06.2001
  • Responsible for reviewing and filing of confidential citizen information;
  • Assisted elderly or cognitively impaired persons with the completion of census forms.

Education

Human Psychology / Crisis Management

Algonquin College
Ottawa
12-2005

Skills

  • Major Case Management;
  • Court testimony;
  • Knowledge of Criminal Law;
  • Interviews and statement taking;
  • Judicial authorizations;
  • Evidence and exhibit collection;
  • Teamwork and collaboration;
  • Friendly, positive attitude; and
  • Problem-solving

Awards and Recognitions

King Charles III Coronation Medal (2025).

Pertaining to:

· The Investigation and supervision of hate crime related offences;

· Liaison and consultation work with local 2SLGBTQIA+ groups; and

· Organizing and implementing security for the 2022, 2023 and 2024 Nanaimo PRIDE parade and festival.

St. John Ambulance Life-Saving Award (2017)

Pertaining to:

· Saving a life in Gitanmaax, British Columbia on February 20, 2017.

Timeline

General Investigation Section

ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE
10.2023 - Current

Nanaimo Bike Unit Officer

ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE
09.2021 - 10.2023

General Duty Investigator

ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE
05.2017 - 02.2018

General Duty Investigator

ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE
04.2014 - 05.2017

General Duty Investigator

ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE
10.2008 - 04.2014

Assistant Manager of Support Services and Community Drop-In

Shepherds of Good Hope
02.2007 - 04.2008

Orderly

Royal Ottawa Mental Health Center
08.2004 - 04.2008

Front Line Staff Member

Shepherds of Good Hope
04.2002 - 02.2007

Census Representative

Statistics Canada
04.2001 - 06.2001

Customer Service Representative

Rideau Bakery
01.1998 - 09.2001

Human Psychology / Crisis Management

Algonquin College
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