Adrian Pouris CPSO(A), ICPS

"Humber's Municipal Bylaw Certificate offers a course of study that is designed to meet and supplement the training needs of the municipal bylaw enforcement officer. The program is designed for those already in the bylaw enforcement field who wish to continue their education and training, as well as those seeking employment in municipal bylaw enforcement agencies. Courses will provide you with instruction in all areas of bylaw enforcement including common bylaws, property standards, the… Show more

"Humber's Municipal Bylaw Certificate offers a course of study that is designed to meet and supplement the training needs of the municipal bylaw enforcement officer. The program is designed for those already in the bylaw enforcement field who wish to continue their education and training, as well as those seeking employment in municipal bylaw enforcement agencies. Courses will provide you with instruction in all areas of bylaw enforcement including common bylaws, property standards, the Planning Act, and trials and committee presentations."

- http://www.humber.ca/continuingeducation/program/municipal-bylaw-certificate Show less

Part Three (Advanced) Course Overview:
Investigation: Centres around the process of a search warrant conducted under the provisions of the Building Code Act.
Legal: Examines current and relevant case laws and how they impacts our processes.
Construction: Looks at poured concrete construction, and the building envelope.

Part Two (Intermediate) Course Overview:
Investigation: Centres around the process of an Emergency Order under Section 15.7 of the Building Code Act, and Orders for expert examination under Second 15.8 of the Building Code Act, as well as preparation for trial.
Legal: Examines the court justice system, including the physical layout of a courtroom, the roles of the different judicial officers, how to prepare for court, how to give evidence and court decorum.
Construction: Looks at… Show more

Part Two (Intermediate) Course Overview:
Investigation: Centres around the process of an Emergency Order under Section 15.7 of the Building Code Act, and Orders for expert examination under Second 15.8 of the Building Code Act, as well as preparation for trial.
Legal: Examines the court justice system, including the physical layout of a courtroom, the roles of the different judicial officers, how to prepare for court, how to give evidence and court decorum.
Construction: Looks at services including electrical, plumbing and H.V.A.C. Show less

This is a one-week training program. The program will provide the officer with an understanding of sound measurement, the relationship between sound waves. The officer will be trained in the utilization of technical equipment required in the application of sound measurement theories. This course will also cover the unique elements of qualitative noise regulations. This course is authorized by the Ministry of the Environment. Examinations will be administered on the qualitative component and… Show more

This is a one-week training program. The program will provide the officer with an understanding of sound measurement, the relationship between sound waves. The officer will be trained in the utilization of technical equipment required in the application of sound measurement theories. This course will also cover the unique elements of qualitative noise regulations. This course is authorized by the Ministry of the Environment. Examinations will be administered on the qualitative component and the quantitative component. Show less

Investigation: Provides instruction in basic investigation techniques, evidence gathering, note taking, and preparation for an appeal before a Property Standards Appeals Committee.
Legal: Addresses the Canadian legal system from the British North American Acts and the Baldwin Act right up to the current Building Code Act.
Construction: Follows the construction of a single family dwelling unit, as referenced in the Ontario Building Code Part 9 from footings to chimney.

This program requires the student to complete 35 hours of in class instructon on a wide variety of topics related to the enforcement of municipal by-laws and provincial statutes, including a Foundations (refresher), Investigative Procedures, Evidence Gathering, Interviewing and Statements, Evidence, Understanding and Interpreting By-laws, Court Procedures, Examination in Chief, Surviving Cross Examination, Authorities and Rights of Entry, Alternative Work Processes (Work Orders, Notices of… Show more

This program requires the student to complete 35 hours of in class instructon on a wide variety of topics related to the enforcement of municipal by-laws and provincial statutes, including a Foundations (refresher), Investigative Procedures, Evidence Gathering, Interviewing and Statements, Evidence, Understanding and Interpreting By-laws, Court Procedures, Examination in Chief, Surviving Cross Examination, Authorities and Rights of Entry, Alternative Work Processes (Work Orders, Notices of Deficiency, etc.) and Ethical Reasoning. It also includes in-class practical application of lesson material involving group work based on a scenario, execution of charging documents, preparation of a crown brief, disclosure and a mock trial. Show less

This is a one-week training program. The course covers Notebooks, Legal Terminology, Understanding By-laws, Evidence, POA Part I, POA Part III, Crown Briefs, Officer Safety and Ethics. It also includes in-class practical application of lesson material including a mock investigation and mock trial.