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COMMUNITY CONSULTATION

A key element of community mobilization is the effective and efficient level of consultation that is undertaken between the police and the community stakeholders. Consultation is the vehicle by which the greater community and the police exchange information about issues and concerns facing them. A true commitment to effective consultation and productive partnerships between the Toronto Police Service and the greater community lends itself to more successful outcomes in the identification, prioritizing and problem-solving of community issues and concerns and ultimately improving community safety and quality of life – keeping Toronto the best and safest place to be.

The newly adopted mission statement of the consultative process is; “To create meaningful partnerships through trust, understanding, shared knowledge and effective community mobilization to maintain safety and security in our communities”. The Toronto Police Service has three levels of Consultation; The Community Police Liaison Committees, commonly referred to as the CPLC’s, CCC’S, CYAC, AND CAC. The Committees are made up of community volunteers and police service representa-tives from the local divisions. [Each committee is inclusive to reflect the local community and is tasked with establishing and maintaining a meaningful community and police partnership.] The CPLC works together to identify, prioritize and problem solve in local policing issues; to-be proactive in community relations, crime prevention and communication initiatives, while acting as a resource to both the police and public. The consultative committees are meant to serve specific communities on a Toronto-wide basis. The membership is drawn from various organizations within each of these communities so as to reflect both inclusiveness and credibility within that community. These committees serve as a voice on wider policing issues such as training, recruiting, Professional Standards and Community Mobilization.

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The annual Volunteer Appreciation ceremony saw dozens of volunteers recognized at the April 23 ceremony during National Volunteer Week.

Deputy Chief Keith Forde said “volunteers have been part of the Service since the inception of policing in the city in 1834, when one paid officer served alongside 14 volunteers.”

“You help us keep the city safer, one deed, one act of kindness at a time.”

Toronto Police Services Board chair Alok Mukherjee said “volunteers shape the country into a caring society. By giving your time, energy and effort you are helping our community to grow,” Mukherjee added. “You make a difference in the lives of so many.” Volunteers take many forms in the Service.

They include:

Adult & Youth Corps. Volunteers, Auxiliary members, Victim Services volunteers, Multi-Faith Police Chaplains, Community Police Liaison Committees, Community Consultative Committees, Chief’s Advisory Council and Youth Advisory Committee.

The John Herra Award for outstanding community volunteer was given to 53 Division volunteer Thecla Journa and 52 Division Community Police Liaison Committee Co-chair Liz Salter.

S/Sgt. Peter Henry said Journa has been a constant force in the division for many years.

“She is an inspiration for all of us at the division,” Henry said.

“She is without a doubt one of the most positive people I know.”

At 52 Division, Insp. Kim Yeandle said “Sauter has been the architect of many programs, from graffiti eradication to creating post-secondary bursaries for downtown students. Liz, without you, we wouldn’t be as successful in what we do.”

The James Gordon Carnegie Memorial Award for outstanding Auxiliary member was given to Auxo officers Duebert Braham, Robert Clements, Godwin Francis, Ed Hayward, Mohamed Khan, Gonzalo San Augustin and Hubert Weitz. Auxo’s are retired auxiliary members who still give time to the Service.

The Vic t im Se rv ices P rogram Community Services Award, was given to volunteer Amy Smith who, at 22, has been with the program for three years.

“She’s an exceptional young woman,” said Victim Services Manager Bobbie McMurrich.

“She is incredibly energetic and compassionate.”

The non-profit agency, based out of police headquarters, helps victims of crime, domestic abuse, and those that have had someone they know, suddenly die.

Smith, a psychology major, said she took on the volunteer position to challenge herself.

“It has really made me appreciate what I have in life,” said Smith, who was steered to the program by her uncle, Const. Mansoor Ahmed.

“And I learned, when you are put in an extreme situation, how strong you can be and how you can help others realize their strength.”

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The John Herra Memorial Award is awarded to a community volunteer displaying leadership and commitment to the community.

John Herra was appointed to the Metropolitan Toronto Police Force in 1982. After three promotions and attaining

the rank of Auxiliary Inspector, John retired from the Service in 1996. He was a leader in volunteerism, much before volunteerism was afforded it's much earned recognition. He was a strong leader and believed that great change could come from the police and community working together.

In honour of the late John Herra's distinguished efforts, The Service pays tribute to an annual award winner who exemplifies the same leadership, dedication and commitment.

On April 23, 2009, after careful consideration by the awards committee under the direction of Superintendent Ken Cenzura, and with full consideration to the thoughtful submissions from many divisions, it was decided to award the John Herra Memorial Award to both Liz Sauter (Volunteer Civilian Co-chair in 52 Division of the Community Police Liaison Committee) and Thecla Jorna in 53 Division.

Liz Sauter has been the Co-chair in 52 Division for seven years, she has provided leadership to many residential and business associations to keep the downtown community safe. She was also instrumental in extending a grant to the University Settlement House so that the Kids and Cops program could have access to educational programs from IBM including Power Up The Game (engineering and math), Forbidden City (cultural experience in China) and Tryscience so the kids could learn about math and science in a fun way. Additionally, she helps out with the Chester Le community to ensure the community has access to learning after school and reading programs with the Reading Companion.

Although he has ambitions to join the parent service, becoming a Toronto Police Service Auxiliary was more than just a first step towards becoming a Police Constable for recent Auxiliary recruit Waseem Javed. Javed, also a member of the Chief’s Youth Advisory Committee (CYAC) sees his service in the Auxiliary program as an opportunity to give back to the community in a meaningful and fulfilling way. Auxiliary recruits receive eight weeks of training, covering subjects such as; Human Rights, Crime Scene Management, Community Mobilization, Use of Force and Defensive Tactics.

The 2009-01, class of 33 received their diplomas for the first time ever at Toronto Police Headquarters. Typically, graduations are held at C.O. Bick College. However, due to the move to the new Toronto Police College on Birmingham street, it was unavailable for this class. Members of the Community Mobilization Unit, Training and Education and Auxiliary members put together a memorable graduation, complete with a march past in the H.Q. auditorium. Graduates from the 2009-01, Auxiliary recruit class were deployed all over the city, in all 17 police divisions.

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51352 CHAVEZ, Jose Iidebrando Monteflka 51357 MORTON, Marcus Alan 51388 SMITH, Peter 51390 JAVED, Waseem 51391 BISHOP, Jennifer Victoria 51392 PROOWSKI, Jan 51393 MALLORY, Stephanie Jane 51394 NADDAF, Kamil 51395 RUIZ, Richard 51396 BLAIR, Jena 51397 SILIN, Ivan 51398 MAK, Brandon Timothy Gun 51399 RANDHAWA, Mandeep Singh 51400 MUZMMAL, Mohammad 51401 MOHAMMAD, Safiq 51402 CHITOV, Andrei 51403 DIQUATTRO, Matthew Joseph 51404 BOZORGZADARBAB, Houtan 51405 DOBOS, Dorottya 51406 LORIMER, Todd Kristan Kelly 51407 DIOTTE, Marie Theresa Joanne 51408 FRANCHI, Luiggi 51409 LACROIX, Natalie Colette 51410 HEDZYK, Kyrylo 51411 CHAN, Hoi Kin 51412 DULLIVAN, Daniel Patrick 51413 TAYLOR, Amy Rachel 51414 RAGBIR, Kimberly 51415 SANCI, Cinzia 51416 TSAI, Tsung Hua 51417 DVERNECHUK, Edward James 51418 MYLVAGANAM, Jackson 51419 WALTER, Jason Edward 51420 GEBORSKI, Piotr

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On June 12, 2009, 23 Division’s Community Pol ice Liaison Committee hosted a “Movie Night” in the station parking lot. There was an open invitation to everyone in the community for a free barbeque and the movie “Paul Blart – Mall Cop” was shown on a 25 foot screen. The event was designed to bring members of the community together for a fun night and also help out area food banks, with donations of non-perishable foods welcome. The evening was a great success, as you can tell by the smiles in the pictures!

MOVIE NIGHT MOVIE NIGHT AT 23 AT 23 DIVISION!DIVISION!

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Community Quilt

“The Community Quilt reflects the unique and valuable contributions of our many communities. By joining these

images together, we reveal the strength and beauty of Toronto.”

Inspector Cory Bockus

9 A Focal point in the New Police College is the “Community Quilt”, located in their Foyer

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If you have any photo’s of the unveiling that you would like to share in our next issue, please send them to the attention of Sherene Stefaniuk 416-808-7283, Sherene.stefaniuk@torontopolice.on.ca

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The Chinese community rallied to support local organizations and got to know police officers at a recent fundraising event. On July 4, 2009 the Cops and Community Charity event, hosted by the Toronto Police Service Chinese Consultative Committee (CCC), at the Bamburgh Garden Plaza, raised $8,000 for several charities. The day was marked through cultural performances, interaction between police officers and the community and a popular head-shaving event. Community Mobilization Unit Constable Bill Chan lost his locks alongside Consta-bles. Darren Ma and Li Xiao Boi, as supporters do-nated money for a chance to shave their heads. The sixth annual event raised money for the Canadian Cancer Society, Toronto Chinese Community

Association, the Center for Information and Community Services, the SEAS Centre, Hong Fook Mental Health, Carefirst, Chinese Family Services in Ontario and St. John Ambulance. So far, over $53,000 has been raised for charities over the past six years. Chan said the charities support the Chinese community in a variety of ways, from health to social networking, and work with young, old and new Immigrants to Canada. The day also included Toronto officers educating the public about home, traffic and water safety through interaction and displays. CCC co-chair S/Supt Tony Corrie said, “the day also helped the Service by raising its profile among those considering a career in policing. It’s a great way for the Service to reach out to the Chinese community so they can see what a great profession policing is and consider it as a career.”

Special Thanks to Joe, Rick & Mary Failoa

Faiola Import Company Ltd.

Importer of ceramic tiles,

for their generous donation of the ceramic tiles used for this

project.

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The French presence in Toronto goes back to the origins of the city itself. Étienne Brûlé, a French explorer, discovered the region in 1615. Toronto’s French speaking community has changed a great deal since its pioneers laid down the first foundations. It has been enriched by the massive arrival of Francophones from all over the world so that today, Toronto can be proud of a French speaking community that faithfully reflects the richness and complexity of the international French speaking community.

Francophones represent over 100,000 people in the City of Toronto. French is the official language in 32 countries and is spoken in 54 countries. The French Consultative Committee was very pleased to participate in this year's Caribana Kickoff and the Caribana parade.

South and West Asian Consultative Committee

The Toronto Police Service is proud of its diverse makeup. This year the Caribana Planning Committee welcomed the participation of all the consultative committees members for their annual celebrations.

Asia Pacific Consultative Committee Caribana French Consultative Committee members with YIPI

Students

French Consultative Members with Inspector Frank Bergen of the Community Mobilization Unit

Adolphine Mukamanzi, Chief William Blair, and Paul Morin

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The members of 42 Division are proud and pleased of their hard working volun-teers. “There is never a time when our volunteers are not involved in community events, station initiatives or sometimes they just drop by to say hello and drop off some home made goodies,” says Police Constable Mark Gray.

PC Gray further stated” that the 42 Division Community Response Unit is always amazed at the dedication that is displayed by each of their volunteers who are as diverse in cultures as they are in ages and vocations.” “Imagine if you will a university student, a church minister

and a forensic artist working at the station Christmas Toy Drive, picking up and delivering toys to underprivileged children throughout the division. That describes our 42 Division volunteers.” This summer was a very busy one for 42 Division in general and especially so for the Community Response Unit and its Volunteers and auxiliaries. It was not uncommon for them to be in attendance at large community events from early morning to late evening over an entire weekend for many weekends in a row. They are true ambassadors of the Toronto Police Service, always exhibiting the Service priorities whenever they don their uniforms.

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The Grand Foyer at Police Headquarters is a popular location to host a number of in house events such as National Aboriginal Day, Black History Month, Caribana Kickoff, and Asian Heritage Month to name a few. Our Volunteers and Auxiliary members are instrumental in helping to ensure that each event is successful.

They also dedicate their time to help out at our blood clinics, including administrative duties with departments such as Corporate Planning, Crime Stoppers, Victim Services and the Museum.

The 18 TPS Volunteer Chaplains have

been busy serving the members of the

TPS. They are asked to give 12 - 15

hours each month. We met several

times together for training and fellow-

ship. The highlight was our visit to the

BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir. It

was a significant time of 'Religious

Diversity Training'. As a result of that

very positive visit with the Chaplains

the Chief, Command, Sr. Officers and

members from D23 were invited back

for a police appreciation evening.

Reverend Walter Kelly

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The fourth annual Neighbours Night Out in Thorncliffe Park was held at the Thorncliffe Park Public School on Saturday June 27, 2009 from 4-9pm. Residents and friends enjoyed a summer evening together – with local-talent musical entertainment, children’s games and activities, bike rodeo, raffle, vendor tables, and delicious but inexpensive food prepared by a local restaurant. 53 Division CPLC sponsored the event ($250) which (together with support from other sponsors) enabled

this to be a free event for all. Thanks also to S/Sgt Peter Henry and the officers from 53 Division Community Response Unit for bringing Pat Troll and for putting on the bike rodeo.

Neighbours' Night Out (NNO) is an opportunity for neighbours and community groups to have a fun night, get to know each other better and build community spirit; strengthen their sense of community, help discourage crime and contribute to the safety of their neighbourhoods. NNO events, which are held across the city in June of each year, are sponsored by the Crime Prevention Association of Toronto (CPAT).

Insp. Neil Corrigan said the recipients are leaders in their school. “These students take initiative and step forward to help a very successful program,” Corrigan said. “They’ve done a lot of positive work in their school to create a safer community.” The 53 Division Scholar Athlete Volunteer Youth (SAVY) Award winner, Justin Greaves, has been working at his local community centre in 53 Division for several years, helping mentor kids through sports. The $1,000 scholarship was raised by the CPLC and Community Response Unit. “Justin is a role model for young people,” S/Sgt Peter Henry said, of the teen who has helped police deliver sports programs to kids in Thorncliffe Park. “This is a young man who has really stepped up to help.” “It’s just the first of an annual bursary,” 53 CPLC Co-chair Geoff Kettel said, “to help youth who better the community. The bursary helps youth to move forward at a critical time in their lives.” D/Sgt Myron Demkiw said “there were many kids in the community who qualified for the bursary that requires students to maintain an 80% average, participate on an athletic team and volunteer in the community.” “These are kids making good life-choices,” Demkiw said. “They have such a broad range of community involvement and academic success, it made the whole process of choosing a winner very difficult.”

Bursaries honour Marc Garneau collegiate students push towards post-secondary education by spon-soring bursaries for the students. On June 23, 2009, both 53 and 54 Division Commu-nity Police Liaison Committees (CPLCs) donated $1,000 to students who displayed community leader-ship at their high school graduation. “We wanted to connect police with the young in our community,” 54 Division CPLC co-chair Mary Reilly said, of the first of an annual bursary that will be given to students at a new school in the Division each year. Two students, Nilakshan Pushparajan and Catherine Sien, received the Empowered Student Partnerships (ESP) bursary for their leadership working with police to make their schools safer.

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Our annual Kicks for Kids soccer camp was moved to the TAVIS area as we were not allowed to use our usual field in Weston due to the city strike. So each morning, an enthusiastic bunch of soccer enthusiasts gathered in front of FrontLines youth centre to await the arrival of the Toronto Police bus which transported them to York Memorial Collegiate. Many thanks to PC Ken McCreight for organizing the camp and the officers who assisted him. Our soccer starts also represented the Division in a soccer event held in 31 Division on Saturday August 29, 2009.

A theatre component of R4L consisted of a six-week project organized by Mixed Company Theatre in which young people worked with professionals to create a play based around issues that today’s young people face. The end result had its inaugural performance at the end of August at York Memorial Collegiate before an audience of about fifty. The first act of the drama presented a ‘worst case’ scenario of what happens when people make bad choices. In the second act, the audience got to make suggestions regarding alternate choices that could have led to a much better outcome for all concerned. It was quite a powerful experience. The play toured other parts of the city and hopefully will continue to be performed throughout the year.

We thank ProAction for its support of our projects. Their funding for snacks for the sports programs and lunches during the creation of the play ensured very successful programming. We also thank Toronto District School Board, Trustee Chris Tonks and his assistant, Ricardo Francis, and of course Sgt Jeff Pearson for all their assistance in acquiring the facilities for all these projects.

The team of young stars were in training for the Tour de University Heights which was held on September 19, 2009.

Summer certainly has flown by this year here in 12 Division. As many of you know, we hosted one of the Focused Neighbourhood TAVIS Deployment areas in the city. It was really great having all the extra coppers around since we were able to have more police presence at the various community mobilization activities that were able to be expanded due to the increased resources that came with the project.

Our annual Community Day was held on Fathers’ Day this year. The surprising turn of events was that many fathers took the opportunity to attend with their children. Once again, the Coppertones were a huge hit as was the York Lions Steel Band and several other performing artists, two who were visiting from New York City.

In preparation for the arrival of TAVIS, our CPLC initiated our “Conversations” project in which officers met with small groups of young people and their leaders to discuss various issues relating to police and youth. Food was an important component in these relaxed meetings which were well received by all those who participated.

In conjunction with the TAVIS project, we helped organize R4L (Recreation For Life), a collaborative police – community project that included weekly soccer and basketball. The basketball program was unique in that fathers joined their teens in the weekly scrimmage with the TAVIS officers. The final session was held as a tournament that ended in a feast of 2-for-1 pizza and other goodies served up by our volunteer caterer for the sports programs, Helen Lukas.

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Three Sisters, Three Awards, Three Great Youth Role Models In a ground breaking ceremony, 3 sisters from the Hydro Block neighbourhood in 52 Division were each awarded for their volunteer and leadership roles at the 2009 Toronto Police Services ProAction Awards ceremony. The youngest – Pamela Tahir received the Junior 2008 Youth Award. Stephanie Tahir was selected to attend the Leadership and Management Placement at Camp Olympia and Christina Tahir, the eldest in the family received the Senior 2008 Youth Award. All three are very dedicated and active members of the Community Police Liaison Community (CPLC) and represent the youth perspective at the meetings. In addition, they each take an active role in the Kids and Cops (aka Kids Police

Posse) program where dodge ball and sports build character and teamwork in the community. They are also part of the Junior Officer Youth (JOY) program where the kids become officers for the evening. As part of the C.O.P.S program (Children Overseas Pen Pal Services) created by PC Dale Corra, along with other kids in the neighbourhood write traditional letters instead of sending e-mails to 21 pen pals in the Philippines. They learn about the different conditions and culture from this experience. All 3 sisters want to thank the contribution their parents – Barbara and RandyTahir, along with long time member of the CPLC, Monique McIntyre of Hydro Block for the volunteering efforts to make this program work in the community. In each of their speeches, they congratulated Superintendant Hugh Ferguson for supporting programs for youth, along with PC Dale Corra, PC Mike Moffat, PC Mark Williams (now in the Marine Unit) and PC Nick Guastadisegni. These officers dedicate their time to work with youth every week in the community at University Settlement Recreation Centre to strengthen and build good citizens for our future.

The members of the Strategic Planning section of Corporate Planning would like to thank the volunteers who have given their time and efforts assisting our unit with a number of important projects over the past few years. Recently, Auxiliaries and community volunteers have helped our unit with a projects including the School Resource Officer evaluation, the TAVIS evaluation, and the measurement of the Service Priorities. For these projects,

as in the past, our volunteers rose to the challenge, and their talents and deportment have always translated into success. The volunteers have taken on specific tasks in these projects such as: administering surveys to victims of crime; delivering and packaging surveys for communi-ties, community agencies, and schools; stamping and labelling envelopes for evaluation projects; and, organizing our library materials.

Although at times, the assignments were less than exciting, the volunteers always appreciated the value of the projects and have eagerly assisted us time and time again. Their dedication and commitment to community service is never forgotten and we appreciate all they do for us and for the Service. Sergeant Dean Tapp, Badge 2436 Strategic Planning - CPN

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The Community Mobilization Workshop, which is an intensive one-day workshop which focuses on community problem-solving and crime prevention is held at Toronto Police Headquarters, 40 College Street, Toronto. Participants receive instruction about how to make themselves and their property safer. They also receive information about the programs and services available in their community that can help them to reduce crime and disorder where they live and work. At the end of the course, participants receive a package containing a range of resources, including pamphlets and presentations they can share with their family, neighbours, and co-workers. The one day session provides eight hours of instruction and activities dealing with a variety of subjects, including: • Personal Safety • Home Security Crime Prevention • Role of the Police • 9-1-1 Communications • Forensic Identification Services • Domestic Violence • Community Mobilization • Common Neighbourhood Problems • Police Programs and Services • Crime Stoppers CLASSES The Community Mobilization Workshop is available free to people living in the City of Toronto. Participants must be 18 years of age or older and agree to a criminal background check. Completed applications should be sent via mail or fax to:

Mail: Community Mobilization Workshop Co-ordinator Community Mobilization Unit 40 College Street Toronto, Ontario M5G 2J3

Phone: 416-808-7070 FAX:

Community Mobilization Workshop (416) 808-7222

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On behalf of the TPS United Way Committee, I would like to thank you for coming out to the August 26th campaign fund-raising at the Blue Jays game !!!! Everyone looked like they were having fun and I hope you enjoyed joining us as much as we enjoyed watching everyone in action !!! You and all the other amazing people that came out and volunteered your time, sold $6,111 in tickets !!! That is outstanding !!

With the number of empty seats in the stadium, the Blue Jays Foundation people were thrilled with ALL of your sales skills and on their behalf, I would like to pass on a BIG THANK YOU !!! The winning ticket number for the draw late night is 788956 .... and takes home a cool $3,055 !!! (I hope it is one of you !! :)) Thanks to you ..... the United Way and the Jays Care Foundation both get $1,527.50 !!! The City of Toronto wins all around !!. By the way, the Jays won 3-2 .. apparently in the bottom of the ninth with a run coming in on a wild pitch !! Perfect !! Thank you again and I hope to see you all again sometime soon !!! Kathy LeBarr, Toronto Police Service - United Way - Employee Campaign Chair

It is with great pride that our Spring class graduated and we welcomed 40 new volunteers to our team to assist our program and community. During volunteer month, we were honoured to be a part of Toronto Police Community Mobilization Awards ceremony. Some of our volunteers received recognition for 5, 10 and 15 years of services as well as a volunteer receiving the Volunteer of the Year Award for their dedication and commitment.

Students will begin their placement hours in a couple weeks. Four social service students from local college and university’s will begin their journey with us. As well, due to an overwhelming response, a fall class of new volunteers will attend training and be ready to assist in 10 weeks. Our volunteers possess many skills and languages, but the most important gift they offer is their willingness, their time and their commitment to their community.

Being a non-profit agency, Victim Services must plan fund raising events throughout the year. Our team will be assisting at the Dunmore Memorial Baseball Tournament September 18 and 19. We will be hosting the Chief’s Gala November 4, Silent Auction in October plus several other events to be announced. If you are interested in assisting, donating or just coming out to support us, we would be grateful.

If you or anyone you know may be interested in a very exciting and rewarding volunteer experience, check us out at www.victimservicestoronto.com or call. Pat Wolstenholme pwolstenholme@victimservicestoronto.com 416/808-7054

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On Saturday June 12th, 2010, the Community Liaison Committees at No. 42 Division, Toronto Police Service will be hosting their Annual Community Police Picnic at the corner of Sheppard and Progress Ave at Burrows Hall Community Centre. This is a special year as it marks the twelfth anniversary of this event. This is an event that just gets bigger and bigger each year. Last year we had approximately 2,700 participants attend this event.

The purpose is to have a fun filled day for families, at minimal expense, while promoting Community Policing in Scarborough. We want the community to look at the police as their partner in building a better, stronger and safer community. The picnic is also an opportunity for our youth to better understand the role of the police, in a non threatening way, and for the police to understand some of the issues and possible fears that our youth face as they grow up in the community. This is a high profile event in Scarborough that has, and continues to receive, strong support from community groups, business associations, large and small businesses, the media and of course our police. I would like to take this opportunity to personally invite you from now. So please mark it on your calendars from now. You are invited! D42 Annual Community Police Picnic, May 12, 2010. For more information contact: Police Constable Mark Gray, 42 Division, 416-808-4251 Mark.gray@torontopolice.on.ca

TOGETHER WE ACHIEVE MORE!

You are a part of one of our many unique and diverse communities. Be a volunteer and leader in your own

community and help build the bridges from within and beyond

Toronto Police Service – Employment 40 College Street, 2nd Floor Toronto, Ontario, M5G 2J3

Tel: 416-808-0631 www.torontopolice.on.ca

Auxiliary Coordinator

Community Mobilization Unit 416-808 -7276

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TORONTO.RECREATIONAL.OUTTRIPPING.OUTREACH.PROGRAM. This program is an integral component of the Community Mobilization Unit youth outreach initiatives that meet our Service priorities with respect to vulnerable groups. This years focus included youth from T.A.V.I.S., Probation and Parole, Arab Federation, Domestic Shelters, Children's Aid, Y.I.P.I. and various other community groups. The primary objective of the program is to give vulnerable youth an experiential learning opportunity by taking them to Northern Ontario to camp and survive in a wilderness environment. While experiencing this wilderness adventure, youth are partnered with numerous Police personnel and social agency workers that act as positive role models and mentors. The program is based on positive team work and community development. Everyone that attends a T.R.O.O.P. trip must work together as a team. Barriers that once existed between police and youth are quickly shattered as a result of the trust and dependence everyone must have in each other. A bi-product of a T.R.O.O.P. trip is often the friendships and trust that participants carry with them long after the trip has ended.

The program consists of two days of interactive games and lectures at Sunnyside Beach in Toronto and then heads north to McCrae Lake for a three day camping/canoeing experience. T.R.O.O.P. operates during the months of July and August, running Monday to Friday with different groups featured every week.

If you have a background in canoeing and wilderness camping and/or have any National Lifeguard certification, we could use your assistance on 2010 T.R.O.O.P. trips. For more information visit our website (http://torontopolice.on.ca/communitymobilization/youth.php) or contact: Police Constable Vince LANGDON #6951 at 416-808-7034.

The Toronto Police Service endeavours to hire the finest members for every position. Candidates must be well qualified, enthusiastic, interested and committed to a career in law enforcement. The Toronto Police Service continually strives to ensure that it represents the diverse communities it serves.

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The Toronto Police Service endeavours to hire the finest members for every position. Candidates must be well qualified, enthusiastic, interested and committed to a career in law enforcement. The Toronto Police Service continually strives to ensure that it represents the diverse communities it serves.

Send your Toronto Police Service volunteer stories, articles, and ads!

Sherene Stefaniuk Community Mobilization Unit

416-808-7283 sherene.stefaniuk@torontopolice.on.ca

You are invited! D42 Annual Community Police Picnic

May 12, 2010 For more information contact: Police Constable Mark Gray

42 Division 416 808-4251

mark.gray@torontopolice.on.ca

Kuddlers for Kids Project Community Response Unit

Looking for new or gently used toys for our annual toy drive Contact: Dorothy Gray

416-769-3730

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COMMUNITY MOBILIZATION UNIT

“ Excellence Through People and Partnerships”

This Newsletter is published by the Community Mobilization Unit. The Community Mobilization Unit is part of the Human Resources Command within the Service. The Unit is located on the 6th floor of police headquarters and is mandated to assist all Service Units with initiatives that mobilize the community. For more information relating to this newsletter, please call 416-808-7283

The Volunteer Voice is published twice a year. It consists of articles about TPS volunteers, CPLC Members, Consultative Groups, Auxo and Auxiliary Officers.

It is a chance for all volunteer members to highlight their work, initiatives and participation within the community.

Most importantly the Volunteer Voice is used as a valuable recourse as it allows members to share information, initiatives and ideas.

The Toronto Police Service is dedicated to delivering police services in partnership with our communities to

keep Toronto the best and safest place to live, work and play.

On behalf of the Toronto Police Service, we at Community Mobilization, Victim Services and Interfaith

Chaplaincy Services wish to thank the many volunteers who selflessly dedicate their time to assist the Services.

Thank you for all your efforts in supporting the Toronto Police Service and upholding its mandate.