Season 3, Episode 2: Taylor Sayers – Community, Culture, and Indigenous Policing

In this episode of Rooted in Gwekwaadziwin, Sam and Matt sit down with Taylor Sayers, Director of Corporate Services for UCCM Anishinaabe Police Service, to discuss the evolving role of Indigenous policing and community safety.

Taylor shares her journey into policing leadership and offers insight into what culturally responsive policing looks like in First Nations communities. The conversation explores community trust, proactive approaches to wellness and safety, innovative programs such as the Social Navigator initiative, employee wellness, youth engagement, and the importance of Indigenous leadership in shaping the future of policing.

This episode highlights how Indigenous policing extends beyond enforcem ...