Ep. 144: Armed for Safety: An RCMP Insider’s Fight for Self-Defense Rights in Canada
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In this episode of the Silvercore Podcast, host Travis Bader sits down with Ian Sim, a seasoned RCMP officer with nearly three decades of experience in law enforcement and public safety. Ian dives deep into the controversial topic of self-defense rights in Canada, dissecting Section 7 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms and its implications for personal safety. From challenging misconceptions around civilian firearms laws to advocating for new legislation like the Last Line of Defense Act, Ian brings a unique insider’s perspective to the conversation. Tune in as they explore the complexities of balancing public safety, individual rights, and the evolving role of law enforcement in modern society.   Book referenced by Ian: https://tinyurl.com/yzhp43as   ______ Silvercore Club - https://bit.ly/2RiREb4 Online Training - https://bit.ly/3nJKx7U Other Training & Services - https://bit.ly/3vw6kSU Merchandise - https://bit.ly/3ecyvk9 Blog Page - https://bit.ly/3nEHs8W Host Instagram - @Bader.Trav https://www.instagram.com/bader.travSilvercore Instagram - @SilvercoreOutdoors https://www.instagram.com/silvercoreoutdoors ____ [00:00:00 - 00:02:00] Introduction and Background [00:03:14 - 00:04:15] The Right to Security of Person [00:05:56 - 00:10:54] UBC Experience and Understanding Rights [00:20:34 - 00:24:14] Armored Car Guards and Private Citizens [00:33:11 - 00:34:48] The ‘Death Gap’ Concept [00:48:56 - 00:50:16] Proposal for the Last Line of Defense Act (LLDA) [00:55:11 - 00:57:02] Addressing Media Misinformation [01:41:33 - 01:42:54] Normalizing Authorization to Carry [02:20:32 - 02:23:20] Public Safety Policy Suggestions [02:46:16 - 02:48:12] Closing Thoughts
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