Our Story
We believe there is a better way, by leveraging the use of technology in Law Enforcement. A more efficient way where Police Agencies are spending their time on public safety, not paperwork. We’re obsessive about this belief, and our mission is to help police agencies achieve results. Our diverse teams brings experience in Law, Public Safety and Technology to help you find a better way.
Swift Law Enforcement Technology Ltd. (SwiftLET), was created to leverage cutting edge technology to reduce administrative work for frontline police officers and free up officer time for operational duties. The principals of SwiftLET bring extensive operational, investigative and administrative police experience; expertise in project management, information technology, and software development in a police environment; and legal expertise, including many years of legal work for several major police agencies.
SwiftLET is committed to creating technology-based, time-saving, cost-effective solutions to support police operations by reducing administrative burdens and responding to operational police needs.
What We Do
We are committed to advancing public safety technology. With a focus on excellence and service, we provide public safety professionals with advanced tools for safety, efficiency, and community trust. Our goal is to lead the way in shaping the future of policing through innovative technology.
Our Values
Our products and services adhere to our core values:
- Integrity
- Innovation
- Service
Our Team
Dan Phillips
VP, Product and CIO
Dan is a senior IT/IM professional with over 30 years in Technology Governance, Operations and Service Management, Project Management, Internal Audit and Risk Management focusing on strategic planning, project implementation and visionary innovation. He has experience in the automotive industry, Finance, Insurance, Public Libraries and Policing. Dan is currently working for a municipal police agency in British Columbia. Dan is a cyber security expert with the multiple professional certifications in the area.
Doug LaPard, O.O.M
VP, Public Safety
Doug was a member of the Vancouver Police Department for 35 years, serving in numerous roles before retiring as a Deputy Chief, then served for several years as the Chief of the Metro Vancouver Transit Police. Doug holds a B.A. in Criminology and an M.A. in Criminal Justice. He has authored or co-authored numerous articles, textbook chapters, and major reports on a variety of policing issues. His awards include the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, the Governor General’s Academic Medal, a Lieutenant Governor’s Merit Award for bravery, the Gold Medal of the International Society for the Reform of Criminal Law, and investiture by the Governor General as an Officer of the Order of Merit of the Police Forces.
Phil Lajoie
VP, Development
Phil is an accomplished technology leader with over 15 years experience, specializing in software development and delivering high-impact solutions. Phil’s background includes strategic roles in IT management, cybersecurity and system analysis. He has led large-scale implementation and upgrade projects, build custom-developed solutions, managed technology operations and build resilient defenses against cybersecurity threats. Phil is passionate about fostering innovation and creating advanced, scalable and secure solutions. Phil is currently working for a municipal police agency in British Columbia.
Sean Hern K.C.
VP, Legal
Sean is a British Columbia lawyer practicing in the areas of civil, administrative and constitutional litigation. He was a member of a large Vancouver firm for 20 years before opening his own practice. He received a King’s Counsel designation in 2019. Throughout his career, Sean’s work has intersected with police and police-related issues, including in public inquiries, discipline and oversight processes, civil litigation, governance, and privacy issues. He has a keen interest in seeing policing and justice systems work more efficiently and effectively.