Use of Force Training Programs
Insp. (ret.) John McKay
One of Canada’s leading use of force and law enforcement experts. Mr. McKay guides people through the complexities of use-of-force and legal concepts, as well as self defence, specializing in control techniques and tactics.
With more than 36 years of police service throughout Western Canada, there are few people with as much law enforcement experience as John McKay. He is not only one of the country’s leading use of force experts, but also a seasoned expert witness in self defence and combat tactics.
For much of his policing career, McKay dedicated himself to the study, practice and ongoing improvement of use of force tactics in Western Canada. His experience as both a beat cop on the street and a commanding Officer in Charge of large police operations has allowed him to develop unique insights into the practice and management of use of force tactics.
Insp. (ret.) John McKay
One of Canada’s leading use of force and law enforcement experts. Mr. McKay guides people through the complexities of use-of-force and legal concepts, as well as self defence, specializing in control techniques and tactics.
Use of Force
courts certified expert
courts certified expert
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John K. McKay Inspector McKay is an internationally recognized trainer in violence prevention and personal security. He is a liability and risk management specialist and is recognized by the Canadian Judiciary as an expert witness on Use-Of-Force. Inspector McKay is a second-degree black belt with 35 years experience in the Martial Arts. |
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“The highest level is not defeating 100 opponents in 100 fights;
it is in defeating the opponent without fighting.”
Sun Tzu – 450 BC
We specialize in...
it is in defeating the opponent without fighting.”
Sun Tzu – 450 BC
- Use of Force Training
- Special event security management
- Personal safety management
- Confrontation management—prevention, diffusing, physical skills
- Training the trainers—We train the trainers!
- Police use of force and self defence
- Court-certified experts in Use of Force
- Violence prevention and control
- Women's personal safety
- Customized Use of Force
- Risk Management
- Self Defence
"We train the trainers!"
John McKay is a long-time instructor and trainer of the B.C. Force Response Options Instructor course, and provides training to security, corrections and other law enforcement agencies.With more than 36 years of police service throughout Western Canada, there are few people with as much law enforcement experience as John McKay. He is not only one of the country’s leading use of force experts, but also a seasoned expert witness in self defence and combat tactics.
For much of his policing career, McKay dedicated himself to the study, practice and ongoing improvement of use of force tactics in Western Canada. His experience as both a beat cop on the street and a commanding Officer in Charge of large police operations has allowed him to develop unique insights into the practice and management of use of force tactics.
Court-certified expert
For courtrooms across the country, McKay has provided numerous expert use-of-force opinions.
Violence prevention
McKay is an internationally recognized trainer in violence prevention and personal security.
Use of force tactics
McKay's experience and training bring unique insights into the practice and management of use of force tactics.
Crowd Control
John McKay is one of the founders of the VPD Crowd Control Unit.
Halifax video
John testifies in Halifax on important use of force investigation in Nova Scotia.
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Incident Commander
McKay has over 300 High Risk Emergency Response Team Operations.
Instructor and Trainer
He is a long-time instructor and trainer of the B.C. Force Response Options Instructor course.
Weapons and Control
McKay is a weapons and control tactics instructor.
For courtrooms across the country, McKay has provided numerous expert use-of-force opinions.
Violence prevention
McKay is an internationally recognized trainer in violence prevention and personal security.
Use of force tactics
McKay's experience and training bring unique insights into the practice and management of use of force tactics.
Crowd Control
John McKay is one of the founders of the VPD Crowd Control Unit.
Halifax video
John testifies in Halifax on important use of force investigation in Nova Scotia.
{click here}
Incident Commander
McKay has over 300 High Risk Emergency Response Team Operations.
Instructor and Trainer
He is a long-time instructor and trainer of the B.C. Force Response Options Instructor course.
Weapons and Control
McKay is a weapons and control tactics instructor.