The Canadian Police Knowledge Network (CPKN) has published its 2025 Annual Literature Review, offering a comprehensive, evidence-based summary of the trends shaping police education and professional development in Canada and the United States.

Four key themes are identified in this review: mental health and wellness, police militarization and use of force, the impact of social media on police-public interactions, and the integration of emerging technologies. Using open-access research from 2024, this review offers valuable insights to help shape training, policy, and leadership decisions.

Read the CPKN article here.

Read the full report here.