The Media Event

Well I knew the day would come, when the introvert (me) had to face the local Calgary media to promote CPS involvement in the international peace operations branch, and more specifically the mission to the Sudan. It is very important to be transparent with the public regarding the use of its' police officers.  When the chief was addressing the media, I was thinking "man this guy is a pro"he covered all the sensitive topics like who pays the salaries etc etc, great job chief.  I have never stood in front of that many cameras in my life, and it was very intimidating, but it is for the greater good. At the end of it all, everybody was very happy, and well informed. Checking the local papers the next day, there was several excellent articles and pictures. My brother in law thought that was a blast to see "quick draw " in the papers, he told me that I had hit the big time, even if it is for only 15 minutes. For those of you that are planning to apply for future missions, just keep the media day in mind, and remenber how important it is to educate all involved.