BC’s Police Act takes power from citizens and their elected representatives and blocks needed reform. Paul Willcocks is a journalist and former publisher of newspapers, and now an editor with The Tyee. SHARES Why does an ex-Mountie, Wayne Rideout, get final say over how much Vancouver spends on policing? Photo by Darryl Dyck, the Canadian Press. Meet Wayne Rideout, the ex-Mountie who now has more power over the Vancouver Police Department budget and priorities than city council or the police board. Announcements, Events & more from Tyee and select partners We’re hiring a newsletter specialist, audience development analyst, and office co-ordinator. Check it out and spread the word!