ADPQ wants to raise awareness for officers’ mental health [Video]

The nature of police work inevitably affects their mental health, and to support them in their psychological well-being, the Association des directeurs de police du Québec (ADPQ) is setting up a mental health program for all officers in the province.

Some police departments already have such programs, but not all municipalities benefit from them.

The ADPQ plans to present program options to the Public Security Ministry within the next few months and is seeking financial support from the government to bring the project to fruition.

“The ADPQ is convinced that this type of program is essential,” said President Pierre Brochet at a news conference Monday.

“The Association is aware that many police departments don’t have the resources to offer regular access to specialized psychologists. That’s why the ADPQ came up with the idea of creating a Quebec program to help police officers. Today, we are not announcing this program. We …