March 1 marks Self-Injury Awareness Day, a time to break stigma, encourage understanding, and remind those who may be struggling that they are not alone. In this important episode of TiPS, host Julia Vellucci speaks with Michael Braithwaite, CEO of Jack.org, and Colleen Mousseau, Clinical Director, Co-owner and CEO of AWC Grief Support. Together, they explore the realities of self-injury, why it happens, and how we can better support youth and individuals who may be struggling in silence. The conversation focuses on reducing shame, recognizing warning signs, encouraging healthy coping strategies, and strengthening community response through education and compassion. This episode acts as a reminder that prevention begins with awareness and that reaching out for help is a sign of strength.While Crime Stoppers is primarily known for anonymous reporting of criminal activity, it also plays an indirect but important role in mental health support. By connecting concerns to appropriate authorities and community resources, Crime Stoppers contributes to broader community safety initiatives that address underlying issues, including mental health crises. If you or someone you know needs support, consider connecting with a trusted adult, a mental health professional, or a local crisis resource in your community.

In this episode of TIPS, host Julia Vellucci honours National Human Trafficking Awareness Day by discussing the realities of human trafficking in Canada with two fantastic guests. She speaks with the executive director of the Canadian Centre to End Human Trafficking, Julia Drydyk and the Interim Manager of the Anti-Human Trafficking Program at Covenant House, Rachel George.Together, they discuss common misconceptions, who is most vulnerable, and the warning signs communities should be aware of. This conversation also highlights available supports and the importance of coordinated, trauma-informed responses. This episode focuses on awareness, prevention, and the role communities play in protecting vulnerable individuals.

This episode of TIPS comes the day after Valentine's, taking a closer look at the difference between love and control. In this episode, host Julia Vellucci explores stalking, coercive control, relationship safety, and why it’s important to recognize the warning signs that can sometimes be hidden behind grand gestures or intense affection. While healthy relationships are built on trust and respect, controlling behaviours, persistent unwanted contact, and manipulation can signal deeper safety concerns. Julia is joined by Emily Murray, legal director at Luke’s Place, who shares insight into how coercive control and stalking appear in real-life situations and why early recognition is critical. Julia also speaks with Dana Dignard, national director of communications for YWCA Canada, about the role communities play in fostering healthy relationships and supporting individuals who may be experiencing harm.

In this episode of TIPS, host Julia Vellucci is joined by Jonah Fried, Communications Specialist and Researcher at B’nai Brith Canada, for an in-depth conversation on hate crimes, reporting barriers, and the role communities play in preventing harm. From understanding legal definitions to examining patterns of antisemitism in Toronto, this episode highlights why anonymous reporting and collective responsibility are essential tools in confronting hate. After all, hate crimes don’t happen in isolation and neither does accountability.

In this episode of TIPS, host Julia Vellucci takes a closer look at hate crimes through the lens of history, trust, and community responsibility. Timed with Black History Month, Julia is joined by Adrian Leckie, the project manager of Black Legal Action Centre's BLAC Out Hate Project, for an honest conversation about why hate crimes so often go unreported, how historical and systemic factors shape trust in reporting systems, and the role anonymous reporting can play in protecting communities.Together, they explore what hate crimes really look like in Canada, the barriers victims and witnesses face when deciding whether to speak up, and why confronting hate is not just a legal issue but a collective one. This episode is a reminder that awareness, accountability, and action, even quiet, anonymous action, can make a difference.

In the final episode of Crime Stoppers’ 50th anniversary series, host Julia Vellucci is joined by two leaders whose careers span decades of policing and public safety. The Honourable Julian Fantino, retired police executive and former federal cabinet minister, and Allan Burns, President of the Ontario Association of Crime Stoppers, reflect on the evolution of Crime Stoppers and the enduring importance of anonymous reporting. Together, they discuss leadership, public trust, and why community participation remains central to public safety fifty years on and into the future. Be sure to listen to this episode until the very end as the final segment has a special recorded message from Ontario Premier Doug Ford in honour of Crime Stoppers' 50th anniversary.

In another special 50th anniversary episode of TIPS, host Julia Vellucci sits down with Belleville's Chief of Police Murray Rodd and Deputy Chief Sheri Meeks to reflect on the impact of anonymous reporting and the vital role Crime Stoppers continues to play in keeping communities safe. Together, they discuss the evolution of the program, the importance of public trust, and how everyday people can make a real difference by speaking up. 50 years on, this episode highlights why Crime Stoppers remains a powerful tool in preventing crime and supporting communities across Canada.

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.

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Crime Stoppers. In this episode of TIPS by Peel Crime Stoppers, host Julia Vellucci honours the legacy of Crime Stoppers founder Greg MacAllese and reflects on five decades of anonymous reporting, community partnership, and crime prevention. Julia is joined by Cal Millar, retired Toronto Star general assignment reporter and longtime Crime Stoppers advocate. Cal is a founding member of Toronto Crime Stoppers, former director with Crime Stoppers International, and board member with Halton Crime Stoppers. He shares insight into the program’s origins, evolution, and lasting impact on public safety. This episode celebrates the power of anonymous reporting and the communities that have kept Crime Stoppers strong for 50 years.

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.