51st Annual Vehicle Crimes Conference

 

TORONTO, ON, MAY 30, 2024/insPRESS/ – The Canadian Association of Special Investigation Units (CASIU), the Northeast Regional Chapter of the International Association of Auto Theft Investigators (IAATI) and Peel Regional Police united their strengths to present the 51st Annual Vehicle Crimes Conference.

Held at the Mississauga Convention Centre (May 6-9, 2024) – the conference brought together 350+ delegates, over 20 exhibitors and an incredible line-up of speakers to collaborate, share insights and address the challenges posed by the auto theft epidemic.

Opening remarks were provided by: Solicitor General of Ontario – Michael S. Kerzner City of Brampton Mayor – Patrick Brown Peel Regional Police Chief – Nishan Duraiappah IAATI President – Nathan McGanty CASIU President – Sue Collings Northeast-IAATI President – Cory Rodriguez

Conference video supplied by: Det. Greg O’Connor, Commercial Auto Crime Bureau, Peel Regional Police & Northeast-IAATI Director.

As stated by Sue Collings, CASIU President: “This conference served as a platform for collaboration, learning and inspiration. Together, we have the power to shape the future, tackle pressing challenges, and drive positive change in our communities and beyond.”

“The auto theft epidemic is not slowing down” says Cory Rodriguez, President, Northeast IAATI. “It’s important to look beyond the property crime aspect of auto theft and see the bigger impact of the crimes these stolen vehicle are used in (robberies, homicides and terrorism). I hope this conference gave everyone new tools, techniques and resources to help investigate these crimes.”

Our sincere gratitude to all who contributed to making this conference a tremendous success. Your participation and dedication have truly made a significant impact.

To see additional photos of the conference, please click HERE.

About CASIU

The Canadian Association of Special Investigation Units (CASIU) is an association comprised of insurance investigators and business professionals. We combat insurance fraud through education, training and by developing a greater awareness of insurance fraud.  Networking opportunities exist within our association. We encourage networking as it promotes learning and the ability to become acquainted with current trends and innovative ways of combating insurance fraud. CASIU also strongly encourages high professional standards of conduct. We support legislation, coordinate and cooperate with law enforcement and criminal justice on fraud related issues.

About IAATI

The International Association of Auto Theft Investigators (IAATI) was formed in 1952 in order to improve communication and coordination among the growing family of professional auto theft investigators. It has grown to over 2,000 members representing 58 countries and includes representatives of law enforcement agencies, as well as many others with a legitimate interest in auto theft investigation, prevention and education. We recognize that, just as law enforcement agencies cannot successfully function independent of one another, auto theft investigation requires the active participation of the private sector; therefore, our membership also includes the insurance industry, automobile manufacturers, car rental companies and, of course, the National Insurance Crime Bureau and its sister agencies in Canada and Europe