NL #2—2007

On behalf of the men and women of the Police Service and the citizens of Toronto, I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to all of the volunteers who have and continue to provide a tremendous service to the city of Toronto.

Spring and summer have been very busy seasons with many different events occurring across the city, placing a considerable demand on our time and resources. I would like to take this moment to acknowl- edge and thank the work of the Adult & Youth Corps Volunteers who have been visible throughout the sum- mer months at events such as the Service's 50th Anniversary Celebration. The con- tinues to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Auxiliary Program, and in recognition of this, would like to acknowledge Retired Auxiliary Staff Inspector Daniel E. Hayward's fifty years of exemplary service with the program.

The Auxiliary Program with its many dedicated members has been an integral part of the Toronto Police Service’s commitment to delivering quality police service to our great city. I am pleased to hear that the up- coming Auxiliary Class is full. Class begins September 25th with 50 ambitious recruits who bring with them a diverse set of strong and useful skills.

Fall will also prove to be busy with the planning of the Annual Community Police Consultative Conference scheduled for Saturday, November 17, 2007. The Planning Committee is working hard to ensure that it is a successful and well attended event.

I commend and thank each of you for your generosity, altruism and willingness to get involved. It is the commitment of volunteers and dedicated people like yourselves that makes a difference in our neighbour- hoods. I thank each of you for all that you have done and continue to do!

William Blair Chief of Police

September 22—T.P.A.A. ANNUAL MARCH PAST ...We require more volunteers to participate! Call us at 416.808.7283

COMMUNITY POLICE CONSULTATIVE CONFERENCE, NOVEMBER 17TH. Registration will begin in the middle of September. See Page 9 for further information! Social networking sites are virtual online communities used primarily by teenagers/young adults to chat and share information, photos, music and videos. These interactive sites have become prevalent within the on- line community. There are hundreds of sites currently on the internet. Popular examples of these sites in- clude “Facebook” and “My Space”.

Discussions or postings within these realms are called “Blogs”. Blogs are an autobiographical pictorial of an individual. These may include such personal information as pictures of oneself and family, likes and dis- likes, thoughts and aspirations.

Volunteers are to be reminded that the Toronto Police Service has strict guidelines regarding the com- munication of information relating to the Toronto Police Service. When a member (this includes volun- teers!) discusses sensitive issues or publicly communicates an association to the Toronto Police Service, the member may be placing the Service or themselves at risk. Communications such as “blogs” are acces- sible to the public and subject to viewing by anyone with Internet access. Thus, the Service cannot afford to disregard its use and potential abuse.

Areas of concern include;

• By identifying oneself as a member of the Police Service an inference to the content or comments contained in a blog may be attributed to the Service as a whole. In essence this may cross brand the comment with the Service.

• Photographs posted within a blog may elicit negative or derogatory responses.

• Members must be cognizant that the Toronto Police Service uniform is the property of the Service and when displaying the uniform it must be done so without bringing discredit to the organization.

• The Toronto Police Service has worked towards protecting officers and their families by protecting their identity. “Blogs” circumvent these efforts and not only put the individual officer at risk, but any- body named within.

• Social networking sites can be very effective tools for investigative purposes and have been utilized for this purpose. Individuals must be aware that anything they post is within the public domain and control is immediately lost over how the information is utilized.

Volunteers are reminded to consider the integrity of the Service, the safety of members and the potential risk of disclosing sensitive or personal information. You may be using good judgement but the viewer of materials may not. Please be diligent in your practice, and do so with the Core Values in mind.

The Community Mobilization Unit is pleased to introduce Sgt. Sandra Jones (873) as the Service’s new Auxiliary Police Program Co-ordinator. Sgt. Jones joined the Service in April 1990 and has worked in various Units such as 14 Division, Marine Unit, Sex Crimes Unit and 52 Division.

Sgt. Jones began her duties at CMU in June 2007, coming from her last posting at 52 Division’s Detective office and will be responsible for the Auxiliary Program which has a proud 50 year history within the Toronto Police Service. “Sgt. Jones not only brings a wealth of experience from both the field and investigative branches of the Service but she has also brought with her a sense of professionalism, dedication and enthusiasm to this very important program. We at CMU are very proud to have her as a member of our family” says Inspector Nick Memme.

The Community Mobilization Unit will be holding a training session on Sunday, September 23, 2007. This is a one day crime prevention training session for Auxiliary Police Officers. The training is designed to give Auxiliary Officers the knowledge skills and resource material to deliver crime prevention lectures in the com- munity. The training will also prepare Auxiliary officers to answer questions when they are staffing display booths and public events.

Included will be: instruction on how to give effective presentations, an overview of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) and a review of the content of the crime prevention PowerPoint presenta- tions CMU has created.

The presentations that will be taught to the officers will be:

· Home Security · Personal Safety · Robbery Reduction Program

At the end of the training sessions, participants will be given copies of the presentations they have learned and should be able to provide crime prevention lectures to community groups when police officers are not available. Please speak with your respective Community Resource Staff Sergeant for further information.

Each Auxiliary Officer is encouraged to submit photos and notes of interest to the Volunteer Voice. Your contributions deserve to be showcased! Send the e-mails into Melanie Minor via e-mail to [email protected] - contributions received by December 3rd will be included in the Holiday Edition.

Until the next edition, our best wishes go out to you and your family for a safe segue into the fall season!

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Ret. Auxiliary S/Inspector Daniel E. Hayward was recently recognized by Acting Chief Keith Forde for his 50 years of dedicated volunteer service to the Toronto Police Service.

“He is an inspiration” states Auxiliary Coordina- tor Sgt. Sandra Jones, “he is the epitome of commitment to community service”.

Acting Chief Keith Forde and Ret. S/Inspector were joined by members of the Community Mo- bilization Unit, and most importantly, Mr. Hay- ward’s son, who is a No. 52 division Sergeant.

They Gave Till It Hurt!

For the past several years, the Toronto Police Ser- ADUL HAI PATEL RECOGNIZED FOR vice, and in particular No. 22 Division, has had an 20 YEARS OF VOLUNTARY SERVICE ongoing partnership with students enrolled in the Police Foundations Program. This For 20 years of voluntary service with Toronto is a two year program providing insight into policing Police, Abdul Hai Patel was recognized in as a career. Part of the program requires students to April, with a 20 year Pin in a ceremony at To- volunteer in the community. Out of this requirement ronto Police Headquarters. was born the “22 Division Toronto Police Service Rover Crew.” Rovers are a branch of Scouts Can- In 1987, Abdul Hai was invited by Muslim and ada and provide opportunities for young adults be- South Asian Police Officers, to join the Com- tween eighteen and twenty-six years of age to help mittee on Race Relations that was chaired by their local communities in a variety of ways. They the then Mayor of Toronto . manage their own program under the mentorship of respected advisors. Later he was asked to join the Recruitment committee. He continued his voluntary service On Friday August 10, 2007, members of the 22 Divi- with other consultative committees of South sion Rover Crew, together with police officers from and West Asian, and currently he is serving as No. 22 Division, participated in a blood donor clinic at the Co-Chair of Muslim Consultative Commit- Memorial Pool located at 44 Montgomery Road. This tee with Supt. Glenn Decaire. blood donor clinic was conducted in partnership with Canadian Blood Services and their “Sirens for Life At the ceremony, this was the longest service Program.” This program challenges all emergency award handed out that evening. services personnel to roll up their sleeves for a good cause.

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This is a great networking opportunity and an excellent way to give back to a community.

Who can participate?

-Adult & Youth Corps Volunteers -Auxiliary Officers -Auxo Officers -CPLC Members -Consultative Committees

What is it? Days of Caring is a United Way program that places work & volunteer groups at Social Service agencies throughout Toronto to lend a hand for the day! The Social Service agencies may need assistance in running a community program for the day, raking leaves, painting a fence…. This is an excellent pro- gram for 2 reasons. Help is offered to agencies in need and awareness of these agencies is raised throughout the city.

We are currently working with the United Way of Greater Toronto to establish a date and activity for our volunteers to attend and lend a hand!

If you are interested in participating in such a day, please email or telephone with the following information:

Your Name:

Shirt Size (cotton long sleeved)

What days you are available—weekdays, weekends, or both!

Please send this information to our Volunteer e-mail account or telephone Melanie at 416.808.7283. Once a list is compiled we will have a good idea of where and how we can assist!

Interested individuals will be contacted in October.

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The Toronto Police Service is holding a two-day course on how to be an engaged citizen and help solve community problems.

The Community Mobilization Workshop, held over two days on Sept. 15 and Sept 22, is designed to educate the community to help them better safeguard themselves and their property against criminal activity.

“We want to mobilize the community to get involved and make the neighbourhoods where they live and work safer,” said Const. Lisa Grisolia, of the course formerly known as the Civilian Police College program.

Participants will get to know a little more about how the Service operates through presentations on units such as: Communication Services, the Emergency Task Force and Forensic Identification Ser- vices as well as information on important community programs such as Toronto Crime Stoppers. They will also have a chance to engage in group work to discuss how to solve real world problems affecting their neighbourhoods. Officers will then follow up with participants to see how their efforts turned out.

Grisolia said by showing people how police and government agencies operate, citizens will know who to call to solve a community problem. “This course identifies approaches and resources to address a problem,” said Grisolia, noting such problems as a crack house or booze can operating in a residential neighbourhood to a barking dog next door.

Const. Claudine Thomas said participants are genuinely empowered by the intensive course because it arms them with information to better their community. “People come up and thank us afterwards because they see they can make a difference,” Thomas said. “Often, the first reaction for many peo- ple is to call the police,” said Grisolia. “But the problem may be better handled by a bylaw officer or another agency.”

Grisolia said teaching citizens to tap into the best resources saves time and money for the Service and creates better neighbourhoods.

To participate, call the Community

Mobilization Unit at 416-808-7070.

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We have accomplished many new exciting venues for the program! We have received financial assistance to hire a Director of Development Sherry Clodman. Sherry has expertise in fund raising and is a great asset to the program.

We are also privileged to work out of 23 Division and heading a program called Project PAIN (Promoting Access in Impacted Neighbourhoods). Last but not lease, the Attorney General has provided funding for the Victim Quick Response Program as a pilot project. This program provides emergency funding for : funerals, clean up, repairs and counselling.

With receiving over 20, 000 calls to assist victims of crime, many changes are needed to assist our commu- nity the best way possible. Thanks to our dedicated volunteers who put in countless hours to assist above and beyond. We couldn’t do it without their support.

Starting out in 2007, we held an info session, interviewed 60 people and 30 were chosen for September’s training class. Those included are 4 students from college’s and university’s social services programs who will gain practical experience with our program. Many of these new people will bring a variety of skills and languages to assist in serving the community.

During Volunteer Appreciation Week, TPS Volunteer Resources included us in their ceremonies and we were able to recognize Mrs. Patricia Evershed as our outstanding volunteer of the year.

This Fall will be busy and eventful. We will be assisting at the Dunmore Baseball Tournament who are gra- ciously providing Victim Services with a donation. Our Annual Silent Auction will be held Oct 30 at HQ. A concert is scheduled for September and in November we will honour our volunteers with a sit down dinner. As well as our new class will graduate with the annual toy drive beginning in December.

It is very rewarding to see how many individuals want to assist their community. Not knowing what call will be next, our volunteers take it all in stride. There is intensity in answering the phone, not knowing if it will be a suicidal person ready to slash his/her wrists, an officer requesting us to attend a home to assist in notify- ing family of the death of a loved one or a call to a community where the latest homicide has just occurred. Our volunteers keep coming back and applications keep coming in.

Victim Services will be hosting another info session in February 2008 for our September 2008, 30 hour mandatory training classes. If you or anyone you know is looking for a rewarding and challenging volunteer experience, make a call or visit our web site to learn more www.victimservicestoronto.com . Applications are on line.

Pat Wolstenholme Manager Volunteer Resources Victim Services Program of Toronto [email protected] 416-808-7054

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The 33 Division adult & youth corps volun- teer’s child fingerprinting team has been in great demand this year.

Media coverage by OMNI and follow up at Toys R US in February increased the requests for the team to attend more com- munity events, picnics and barbecues.

Some of 33 Division’s local politicians have asked the team to attend their local com- munity events.

September provides a real challenge — two events going at the same time! A challenge the 33 division adult & youth corps volunteers have graciously accepted.

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WEB ALERT!

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policies and

What are Core Values? procedures relating to Core Values are a set of attributes that represent behaviours and attitudes effective the Adult & Youth in carrying out the Mission Statement of the Toronto Police Service. Corps Volunteers,

How does that impact me, as a volunteer? visit us online at the Toronto Police Service Volunteers are held to a high standard of conduct in order to Toronto Police protect the integrity of the Service. As with Service employees, Volunteers are ex- Services Website, pected to conduct themselves according to the core values. and link under Are my friends or family impacted by this? “Publications”. Volunteers, as with employees, are expected to not live or associate with any person if such living arrangements or association is likely to:

(i) discredit or compromise the reputation of the Service, or (ii) create doubt as to their ability to fulfil the conditions of their oath or affirmation of office and secrecy.

What are the Core Values?

1. Honesty We are truthful and open in our interactions with each other and with members of our communities.

2. Integrity We are honourable, trustworthy and strive to do what is right.

3. Fairness We treat everyone in an impartial, equitable, sensitive and ethical manner.

4. Reliability We are conscientious, professional, responsible and dependable in our dealings with each other and our communities.

5. Respect We value ourselves, each other and all members of our communities; showing understanding and appreciation for our similarities and differences.

6. Teamwork We work together within the Service and with members of our communities to achieve our goals, making use of diverse skills, abilities, roles and views.

7. Positive Attitude We strive to bring positive and constructive influences to our dealings with each other and our communities.

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Submitted by Nancy Knight, Adult Volunteer, Headquarters

Five years ago the Youth and Adult Volunteers were asked to participate in the March Past at the Toronto Po- lice Games run by the Toronto Po- lice Amateur Athletic Association. We had never been asked prior to this. What an honour! We were all very excited and enthusiastic to be able to march with the Toronto Po- lice Service as part of the T.P.S. family.

It is a unique experience filled with comradeship, not to mention a full afternoon and evening of fun, demonstrations and exciting athletic events.

As of late, our participation levels have dropped. After serving as a TPS volunteer for ten years and having the enjoyment of service with wonderful people, this saddens me. It would be a disappointment if the volun- teers are not represented in the upcoming years.

SHOW YOUR ENTHUSIASM, RISE TO THE OCCASION AND JOIN IN MARCHING TOGETHER WITH PRIDE!

The March Past consists of several platoons (groups) of Toronto Police Service officers, Auxiliary and Volun- teers combined with the mounted and motorcycle units. We march with the Pipe band around the track of Rogers Centre and receive the salute from Chief Blair. The March Past is followed by the police games com- petition.

All instructions and passes will be sent to you. We meet on the floor of the Rogers Centre at 2:45 p.m. and form into a platoon. We will each be told where our position is. Then practice session will begin with all pla- toons until 4:30 p.m. (if we are good) or a bit later.

Complimentary supper tickets will then be handed out and we form platoons behind the stands for the actual March Past at 7:00p.m. All we are asked to do is to wear required uniform (as listed in Melanie's memo) and try our best to march in step. We have a lot of fun and meet new people! We are free to stay for the program that follows or leave whenever we wish.

We shall also receive free tickets for any friends or family we might want to invite but they cannot enter the building until the time listed on the ticket. Hope you will join us. It is a great experience that most will never have! Page 10 Page 11

12 Division, its CPLC and its community partners held its ninth annual Community and Family Fun Day in June. This event began in 1999 simply as a celebration of the 10th anniversary of 12 Division. It was such a success, that it became an annual celebration increasing in popularity each year! It is one of the largest and most successful free festivals in the area.

The York South Weston Family Network (an organization which caters to parents and children 0-6 yrs) organizes many agencies that bring information tables for families and activities for tots and entertainment. The Residents Association specialize in putting on games for the older children and the Martha Eatonway Boys and Girls Club conducts games for children from 7 to 70.

Spice Isle Association took care of the entertainment once again this year, with the sound equipment and DJ generously provided by Soul Vibes. Face painters came from: Parks & Rec, Frontlines Drop In Centre and artist, Phyllis Walker. Balloons and soft, fluffy Royale tissues were distributed by Irving Tissue and the ever popular jumping castle was provided by the Eglinton Hill BIA. Two bicycles and several other prizes were raffled off – the price of a ticket? Three pieces of litter. Post event clean up: No problem!

Of course, having so much fun is hungry work and the free barbecue was provided by 12 Division’s Police Community Partnership with delicious hamburgers generously supplied by Corsetti Meats. We would like to thank the many, many volunteers who make this event possible. Watch out for next year – it’ll be our 20th anniversary!

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Submission Deadline for the “Volunteer CPLC and Community Consultative Committees Voice “ Winter Edition is are strongly encouraged to submit articles and upcoming events for the Volunteer Voice. Monday Dec. 3rd!

As the Volunteer Voice increases its accessibil- ity with increased web presence, the hope is that it becomes a medium for each group to share success stories, best practices and nice to know information. We encourage you to dis- cuss potential submissions at your upcoming meetings and send us an article with accompa- nying pictures. Please indicate the author and include captions for any pictures included. “It is one of the most beauti- The purpose of the Volunteer Voice is to cele- ful compensations In life brate achievements from which other commit- tees can learn and benefit. The next Volunteer that no man can sincerely Voice will be published in December. try to help another without All submissions should be received no later than helping himself” - Emerson December 3rd, 2007 at: [email protected]. The newsletter will be available online at “Service is the rent we pay www.torontopolice.on.ca. It will also be sent to for living. It is the very CPLC & CCC co-chairs for electronic distribution. purpose of life and not something you do in your spare time or after your have reached your per- All volunteers are reminded to register to receive the Volunteer sonal goals.” Voice. If you would like to receive notification of the newsletter via Marian Wright Edelman e-mail, please send your email address to: -

[email protected]. If you would like to receive a hard copy of the voice via mail, “How wonderful it is that please contact Melanie at 416.808.7283 with your up to date mail- nobody need wait a single ing information. moment before starting to To reduce waste and costs, we will no longer be mailing the Volunteer Voice out to homes unless you have specifically asked improve the world." for us to do so. -Anne Frank

The “Volunteer Voice” is produced by the Toronto Police Service’s Community Mobilization Unit. 40 College Street, 6th Floor Toronto, ON M5G 2J3 416.808.7080 [email protected]

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