In another special 50th anniversary episode of Crime Stoppers, host Julia Vellucci speaks with Scott Mills, a 26-year Toronto Police Service veteran who has helped reshape community policing through social media, mental health advocacy, and youth engagement. As TPS’s Social Media Officer, Scott uses digital platforms to build trust, intervene in crisis situations, and connect with the public. Known online as GraffitiBMXCop, he also volunteers with the Canadian Crime Stoppers Association and reflects on why Crime Stoppers remains vital 50 years and onwards.

In this episode of TIPS, host Julia Vellucci explores theft in both the workplace and at home. Julia chats with Sandra Robinson, a professor at the University of British Columbia and one of Canada’s leading experts in workplace psychology and organizational behaviour, who explains why employees steal and how organizations can prevent it. Michael Arntfield, professor, author, former police officer and founder of the Western Cold Case Society, also shares insights on home break-ins and practical ways to stay safe. From internal trust to external threats, this episode highlights opportunity, vulnerability, and steps to protect yourself, your home, and your community.

In this episode of TIPS, host Julia Vellucci explores how home security, cybersecurity, and theft prevention are more connected now than ever. As crime evolves alongside technology, protecting your home now also means protecting your digital footprint. Cybersecurity expert Nick Espinosa and criminologist Laura Huey share practical, real-world tips on how criminals choose targets, common mistakes that increase risk, and simple steps Canadians can take to safeguard their homes, devices, and personal information. This is an insightful episode about empowerment, not fear, and how community awareness, prevention, and anonymous reporting help keep everyone safer.

In this episode of TIPS, host Julia Vellucci speaks with road-safety expert Steve Brown from the Traffic Injury Research Foundation (TIRF) about how Canadians can stay safe on winter roads. Drawing on TIRF’s national research, Steve breaks down the real causes behind winter collisions, the science of winter tires, and the small behavioural changes that can dramatically reduce risk — from speed and stopping distance to visibility and decision-making.

Julia also revisits a past interview with Steve Sullivan, CEO of MADD Canada, who highlights the ongoing dangers of impaired driving, especially during the winter months when conditions are already unpredictable. His perspective underscores how the choices we make before getting behind the wheel are just as critical as how we drive once we’re on the road.

Together, these conversations offer practical strategies, evidence-based insight, and life-saving reminders for every Canadian driver. This is an important, timely episode you won’t want to miss!

In this episode of TIPS, host Julia Vellucci commemorates December 6, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, a day to honour the 14 women killed at École Polytechnique and to recognize the ongoing reality of gender-based violence in Canada. In this special episode, she speaks to Samra Zafar, human rights advocate, bestselling author, and survivor, whose story of resilience has inspired people across the country. Samra opens up about the warning signs of abuse, the barriers survivors face, and the invisible work of rebuilding a life after trauma. This episode sheds light on why gender-based violence persists, how we can better support survivors, and the role each of us plays in creating safer communities.

In this episode of TIPS, host Julia Vellucci speaks with crime prevention expert Tom McKay and non-profit leader Danisha Bhaloo-Shivji about Community Safety and Crime Prevention Month, and how communities can help stop harm before it happens. Drawing on Tom’s CPTED expertise and Danisha’s decades of work in the social impact sector, they break down practical strategies for safer neighbourhoods, stronger support networks, and the role anonymous reporting plays in protecting those at risk. Danisha even shares her personal experience of growing up in poverty and the resources that helped her avoid the criminal justice system, offering a powerful perspective on prevention and opportunity. This is an informative episode you're not going to want to miss!

In this episode of TIPS, host Julia Vellucci speaks with restorative justice expert Alana Abramson about Community Safety and Crime Prevention Month, the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, and the role communities can play in preventing harm before it happens. Drawing on over two decades of work in prisons, schools, and neighbourhoods, Alana breaks down how restorative approaches support accountability, healing, and safety as well as how Crime Stoppers’ anonymous reporting can help protect survivors and their loved ones. From recognizing early warning signs to challenging harmful norms, this episode explores how each of us can be part of creating safer, more supportive communities.

In this episode of TIPS, host Julia Vellucci speaks with Steve Sullivan, CEO of MADD Canada, about the importance of World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims and the ongoing fight against impaired driving. From supporting families to collaborating with police and community partners, Steve breaks down how MADD works to make roads safer and how listeners can be part of the solution.

In this special tribute episode of TIPS by Peel Crime Stoppers, host Julia Vellucci shares a few heartfelt words in memory of Greg MacAleese, the visionary founder of the global Crime Stoppers movement who passed away on November 3, 2025. Nearly 50 years ago, Greg’s idea gave communities around the world including right here in Peel, a safe and anonymous way to speak up and help prevent crime.

His legacy continues to make a difference in countless lives today. Julia then turns it over to former host Brendan Lang, as we re-air his past interview with Greg (episode 25) and also features an interview with Cal Millar, the author of a few books on Crime Stoppers. This is a powerful conversation that captures the passion, purpose, and humanity behind a movement that changed the face of community safety. Thank you, Greg, for inspiring a safer world.

In this episode of TIPS, Julia Vellucci interviews Lisa Kearney, Founder and CEO of the Women CyberSecurity Society, a non-profit organization established in 2018 to empower, support, and protect women and other underrepresented groups in cybersecurity. After experiencing repeated workplace bullying and harassment without support, Lisa turned adversity into advocacy by creating a space that fosters safety, mentorship, and inclusion in the tech industry. In honour of Crime Prevention week (November 2 - November 8) and National Community Safety and Crime Prevention Month, this episode explores how online and workplace harassment intersect with cybercrime, why creating safe and inclusive digital and professional environments is essential, and how we can all take steps to prevent harm before it happens. Julia concludes this episode by highlighting Peel Crime Stoppers' most recent fundraiser, The Peel First Responders Hot Sauce Challenge, which team won this contest, and so much more. This is an enticing conversation you're not going to want to miss!