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York Regional Police proudly serves the community
through the efforts of our 1,229 officers and 422
civilian members whose dedication in 2006 resulted
in the achievement of a number of long-term goals
and the successful implementation of several innovative
and progressive policing programs. Our community
safety initiatives and our targeted outreach continue
to strengthen our vital community partnerships across
this diverse and growing region.
York Regional Police operates under four important
cornerstones: Community Focus, Operational Excellence,
Preferred Place of Employment and Superior Quality Service (COPS).
community focus
Goal: To engage our citizens in crime prevention programs and participate in initiatives important to all our communities
Achievements:
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The Be Net Aware program was launched in May 2006 to educate and raise awareness of Internet safety among parents and children |
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York Regional Police partnered with our communities to host several important events, including Black History Month and Asian Heritage Month celebrations, and the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination |
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Hundreds of residents have learned more about the many facets of policing in York Region through our Police and Community Education Seminars (P.A.C.E.S.) |
operational excellence
Goal: To provide relevant law enforcement and crime prevention programs that educate, raise awareness and assist in reducing and preventing crime
Achievements:
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According to Statistics Canada, York Region has the lowest crime rate of all GTA services and remains one of the safest communities in Canada |
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In 2006, after extensive community consultation, the York Regional Police Intelligence Bureau created the YRP Guns and Gangs Strategy |
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York Regional Police launched several new programs to address specific traffic concerns in 2006, including Operation ABC – Always Be Careful – targeting safety in school zones; Operation Improve, where officers educate drivers and enforce traffic laws in high-collision intersections; and Operation Stay Focused, reminding motorists the driver’s seat is no place to multi-task |
preferred place of employment
Goal: To maintain a positive and inclusive culture where all individuals are provided with a high level of training and opportunity for personal growth
Achievements:
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York Regional Police remains a technology leader, developing in-house in 2006 e-scheduling, e-parade and e-learning programs to increase efficiency and effectiveness |
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Ongoing training and mock exercises continued in 2006 for general emergency preparedness and focused on the Avian Flu Pandemic Operational Plan and several Fire Evacuation Exercises |
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York Regional Police welcomed our partners across the country in 2006 by hosting several training events, including the Airborne Law Enforcement Seminar; the Canadian Explosive Technicians Conference; the Illegal Drugs and Methamphetamine Educational Summit and the Canadian Critical Incident Conference |
superior quality service
Goal: To continuously improve the way we provide services to our community
Achievements:
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We increased police visibility in 2006 to reflect a greater emphasis on community policing, crime prevention, response to violent crime and youth issues |
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York Regional Police believes strongly in giving back to the community. Some of the events and charities supported include the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics, Iron Cops for Cancer, Toys for Tots, Jump on the Wagon and the Quiet Food Drive |
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In 2006, York Regional Police launched the Community Alert Program, where residents and business owners receive notification about community safety matters |
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An Annual Places of Worship Tour introduces officers to the subtle nuances of York Region’s many cultural, ethnic and religious groups
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York Region has the lowest crime rate of all GTA services and remains one of the safest communities in Canada
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Launched the Be Net Aware program to educate and raise awareness of Internet safety |
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