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YORK REGIONAL POLICE
2009 ANNUAL REPORT
Deeds Speak
LEADERSHIP IN ACTION

OUR VALUES
COMPETENCE
LEADERSHIP
TEAMWORK
INTEGRITY
COMMUNITY
RESPECT
ACCOUNTABILITY
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Our Values ...........................................................................................................
Message from the Police Services Board.........................................................
Message from the Chief of Police....................................................................
Police Districts
#1 District ...............................................................................................
#2 District ...............................................................................................
#3 District ...............................................................................................
#4 District ...............................................................................................
#5 District ...............................................................................................
York Regional Police Organizational Chart ...................................................
Support Services .................................................................................................
Investigative Services .........................................................................................
Joint-Forces Operations.......................................................................................
Internal Task Forces.............................................................................................
Community Services Bureau ............................................................................
Diversity and Cultural Resources Bureau .......................................................
Executive and Administrative Services ..........................................................
Staff Services ......................................................................................................
Information Services .........................................................................................
Business Plan and Statistics .............................................................................
Service Excellence ..............................................................................................
Code of Professional Ethics ..............................................................................
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REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK
POLICE SERVICES BOARD
MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN
POLICE SERVICES BOARD
Chairman Danny Wheeler
Regional Municipality of York Police Services Board
Frank Scarpitti
Regional Council
Appointee
Joanna Yu
Provincial
Appointee
Joe Persechini
Vice-Chairman
Danny Wheeler
Chairman
Barbara Bartlett
Regional Council
Appointee
Bill Fisch
Regional
Chairman
and C.E.O.
Sam Herzog
Provincial
Appointee
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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN
REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK
POLICE SERVICES BOARD
On behalf of the Police Services Board, I am pleased to present the Board’s achievements in 2009.
York Region is one of the largest communities in Canada, and in spite of its size and growing
population, it remains one of the safest and most sought after places to live, work and play
due largely to the dedicated members of York Regional Police and to our citizens who work in
partnership with the police in keeping our communities safe.
The Board is committed to providing the best and most cost-effective policing services in Ontario.
In 2009, police visibility in our communities was enhanced by the appointment of 38 more officers
increasing the complement to 1,395 officers and 477 civilians. The Board’s resolution - urging the
federal government to fulfill its commitment for sustainable funding - was supported and adopted by
the provincial and national police board associations.
The Board continued to support our community leaders and programs. The Board presented its
2009 Award for Civic Leadership to Barbara L. McDonald, Elder and Teacher of the Chippewas
of Georgina Island. Through the Board’s public relations fund, over $40,000 in contributions were
made to the Association of Black Law Enforcers, Canadian Crime Victim Foundation, Community
Safety Village, Herbert H. Carnegie Future Aces Foundation, the Annual Spirit of Community
Dinner, Yellow Brick House, Police Appreciation Night and other programs and events.
In November 2009, the Board was one of the first police boards to be in compliance with the
province’s Accessibility Standards for Customer Service by adopting the Accessible Customer Service
Policy which ensures that all people, including people with disabilities, receive exceptional customer
service when accessing services offered by the Board and York Regional Police.
The Board remains proud of its outstanding police service and I would like to thank my colleagues
on the Board for their leadership and dedication; Chief Armand La Barge for his ongoing
commitment to our service and to our many communities; the members of York Regional Police;
and our citizens for their ongoing partnership in making York Region a great place to live.
Danny Wheeler
Chairman, Police Services Board
I would like you to know that I had a most interesting and informative day at the Financial Crimes Seminar. The
speakers were very informative. I would like to commend Detective Sergeant Mike Elliott and his team for a job well
done.
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MESSAGE FROM THE
CHIEF OF POLICE
Chief Armand P. La Barge, O.O.M.
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MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF OF POLICE
On behalf of all the men and women of York Regional Police, I am pleased to present our 2009
Annual Report, highlighting the many operational successes we achieved through the hard work of
all our members. We have also provided short profiles of bureaus and units whose important work
supports frontline policing every day.
York Region has the proud distinction of not only being one of Canada’s most diverse communities,
but also one of its safest. I am pleased to report that in 2009, the overall crime rate decreased by
6.8 per cent and our region experienced decreases in the rate of crime in virtually every major crime
category.
We remain grateful for the strong partnerships we share with our residents, businesses and community
organizations. We also recognize that our achievements in crime prevention and law enforcement
would not be possible without the continued support of regional and local councils and the Regional
Municipality of York Police Services Board.
You have our thanks and the continued commitment of every member to bring life to our motto of
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FRENCH
Thank you from Afghanistan. Recently, Canadian soldiers received a package from Canada containing T-shirts from
various emergency services in your area. I was a proud recipient of a T-shirt from York Regional Police. I am greatly
honoured by your support.
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TRADITIONAL CHINESE
ITALIAN
HEBREW
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URDU
HINDI
Chief Armand P. La Barge O.O.M.
(left) Deputy Chief Eric Jolliffe M.O.M.
(right) Deputy Chief Bruce Herridge M.O.M.
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#1 DISTRICT
240 PROSPECT STREET, NEWMARKET
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OLYMPIC FEVER
The pride of a nation was captured on an
Aurora street on December 18, 2009, as the
Olympic flame made its way up Yonge Street
to the cheers of residents and police officers
alike.
Hundreds of fans eagerly awaited their first
glimpse of the Olympic Torch, lit almost two
months before in Olympia, Greece, and they
were not disappointed when, at 9:53 a.m., the
torch came into sight.
The roar from the crowd was deafening as
the torch passed. Many residents reacted
emotionally to the moment, shedding tears
of pride in our athletes and in the honour of
being the host nation.
#1 District officers, in partnership with the
Public Order Unit, managed the swelling
crowds as the flame made its way north on
Yonge Street to Mulock Drive, then east
to the Magna Centre where local singing
sensation Justin Hines performed for
thousands of fans as the flame was carried
on stage.
Twelve communities in York Region
were honoured to play host as the torch
moved through Ontario, part of the
45,000-kilometre, 1,000-community route
across the country.
The route was carefully chosen to pass within
an hour’s drive of more than 90 per cent of
Canada’s population.
York Regional Police was also proud to select
24 officers to travel to Vancouver as part
of the 6,000-strong security team keeping
Olympic athletes, officials, volunteers and
venues safe for the 2010 Winter Games.
Superintendent Stan Colley
Inspector Rick McCabe
#1 DISTRICT QUICK FACTS
Under the guidance of Superintendent Stan
Colley and Inspector Rick McCabe, 165 police
officers and seven civilian members assigned
to #1 District Headquarters provide policing
services to more than 180,000 residents living
in the Towns of Aurora, East Gwillimbury and
Newmarket as well as the northern areas of
the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville and the
Township of King.
The area maintains a mix of urban and rural
communities and is geographically the largest of
York Region’s five district locations, spanning
an area from Ravenshoe Road in the north, 15 th
Sideroad in the south, the York/Durham Town
Line in the east and the Caledon/King Town
Line in the west.
The #1 District command staff works closely
with the District Community Liaison Committee,
a 21-person volunteer advisory group, consisting
of local politicians, health officials, high school
students, bylaw enforcement officers and
residents. Discussions focus on local issues and
solutions.
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PARTNERSHIP ENDS ANIMAL CRUELTY
In February 2009, York Regional Police received
disturbing information from the Ontario Society
for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
(OSPCA) regarding ongoing incidents of animal
cruelty at a residence on Highway 48 in the
Town of East Gwillimbury. #1 District officers,
accompanied by OSPCA investigators, visited
the residence to investigate.
They discovered a horrifying sight – scores of
roosters were confined in terrible conditions,
with several engaged in the brutal activity
of cockfighting as the officers entered a
prefabricated outbuilding on the property.
More than 70 people were gathered around the
cockpit, wagering between $10 and $100 on
each fight. Not only was animal cruelty at the
residence confirmed, officers had discovered
illegal gaming activities as well. Members of
the York Regional Police Drugs and Vice Unit,
mandated to investigate such incidents, were
called in.
“As our officers arrived at the house, organizers
were attempting to destroy potential evidence
of cockfighting by throwing dead roosters
into a fire pit,” said Detective Sergeant Dieter
Boeheim. “Officers from #1 District and Drugs
and Vice took control of the scene, which
allowed us to complete a detailed inspection of
the property.”
COPPER WIRE HEADLINE THEFT FOILED
112 A cooperative Words effort between #1 District
Criminal Investigation Bureau members and
officers from Peel Regional Police ensured
the successful end to an investigation into a
large-scale theft of copper wire from an East
Gwillimbury construction company.
Access was gained to the property by cutting
through a fence. Once inside, a forklift was used
to load five tons of rolled copper wire onto the
beds of two company trucks, which were then
driven to a commercial premise located in Peel
Region. Unfortunately for the thief, the trucks
were equipped with a Global Positioning System
(GPS) and officers easily tracked the trucks to
the Peel location. After a brief foot chase, the
suspect was apprehended and charged.
That inspection led to the discovery of
74 roosters, six of which were dead from
mistreatment or injuries suffered in the fights.
The cockfighting ring was dismantled and the
roosters and other property were seized by
officers. Seventy men and women were arrested
as a result of this investigation with 68 charged
with Causing Unnecessary Suffering and Found
in Common Betting House. Two were charged
with Injuring or Endangering Other Animals,
Causing Unnecessary Suffering, Keeping a
Cockpit and Keeping a Betting House.
Thank you to Call-Taker Lisa Tamblyn, Dispatcher Lee Borris and Constables Bill Boogaard, Terry Buchner, Mark
Hanna and Jessica Robitaille who answered my call for help following a minor incident of road rage. I am deeply
grateful that all ended well.
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OPERATION ATV
Operation ATV, a summer-long enforcement
initiative, was developed by Community
Oriented Response Unit officers to educate
and inform the public about the rules
governing the use of all-terrain vehicles and in
response to community complaints. Proactive
patrol, interaction with complainants,
property owners, community members and
ATV operators, helped curb illegal activities
and prevent further damage to property and
injuries to ATV operators.
Officers logged 67 hours of patrol on
their ATVs, which resulted in 75 Provincial
Offences Tickets and 44 warnings being
issued. Three individuals were arrested and
charged with Criminal Code offences and nine
individuals were arrested and charged under
the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
LIQUOR LICENCE INITIATIVES
PREVENT IMPAIRED DRIVING
In 2009, #1 District frontline patrol and
Community Oriented Response Unit officers
participated in 20 initiatives aimed at educating
owners, servers and patrons of licensed
premises about the regulations governing their
operation and the behaviour of their patrons.
Initiatives like this help business owners
and staff monitor patrons and can prevent
impaired driving.
Officers charged 23 people with Criminal Code
offences, 11 individuals were charged with
Controlled Drugs and Substances Act offences
and 98 people were charged under the Liquor
Licence Act. In addition, 16 municipal bylaw
charges were issued.
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#2 DISTRICT
171 MAJOR MACKENZIE DRIVE WEST, RICHMOND HILL
PROJECT GARDA
INVESTIGATIVE TEAM
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PROJECT GARDA
It began as a routine night shift for two Garda
Armoured Car Services security guards. On
February 5, 2009, the guards were making
their usual rounds, which included a number
of stops to pick up cash, replenish Automated
Teller Machines (ATMs) and retrieve deposit
envelopes.
One of those stops was the Royal Bank
branch at 12935 Yonge Street in Richmond
Hill.
The guards pulled up in their armoured truck
about 10 p.m. They parked the truck, which
already contained a large amount of cash, and
locked it before entering the bank to complete
their duties.
The suspects didn’t waste time. Within seconds
they managed to gain entrance to the locked
vehicle, quickly removing approximately $2.3
million in cash, before fleeing the scene in a
waiting vehicle.
Seasoned #2 District investigators, 20-year
veteran Detective Sergeant Jim MacSween and
23-year veteran Detective Peter Heard, were
assigned to lead the large investigative team
in this case. Officers in Investigative Services
and #4 and #5 Districts provided further
assistance as the investigation moved forward.
Following extensive field investigation, officers
executed several production orders, which
netted cell phone and computer records. That
narrowed the investigative focus to specific
suspects, including a Garda employee in
Toronto and several people living in or near
Montreal, Quebec.
Investigators soon discovered the employee
had supplied the information that allowed
Superintendent Karen Noakes
Inspector Kirk Marshall
#2 DISTRICT QUICK FACTS
Led by Superintendent Karen Noakes and
Inspector Kirk Marshall, 184 sworn officers and
seven civilian members provide policing services
to 185,000 residents in the predominantly urban
Town of Richmond Hill and the Thornhill
area of the Town of Markham and the City of
Vaughan.
In addition to the dedicated crime prevention
and law enforcement activities of #2 District
officers, members also participate in a variety of
community events including the Richmond Hill
Winter Carnival, International Women’s Day,
Iranian Fire Festival, Heart and Stroke Big Bike,
Chinese New Year celebrations and the Hope
and Soap car wash.
#2 District is also home to the York Regional
Police Memorial Wall. This permanent place of
honour is dedicated to the memory of the nine
police officers killed in the line of duty in the
County and Region of York since 1804. Each
year, their sacrifice is honoured at a memorial
service in May.
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his accomplices to bypass the truck’s security
system during the theft. In addition, he was
related to members of the Quebec group. That’s
when York Regional Police reached out to our
colleagues at the Sûreté du Québec and initiated
a joint-forces operation called Project Garda.
Officers discovered suspects were living
incredibly extravagant lifestyles following the
theft. They were enjoying lives now filled with
fine food and expensive liquor, exotic vacations,
high-end jewelry, vehicles and boats and nights
on the town that included bar tabs of $3,500.
The ongoing investigation revealed another
chilling fact – the suspects were planning a
second robbery with an escalated level of
violence. In the interest of public safety,
the Project Garda team moved to arrest the
suspects immediately.
On Wednesday, April 29, 2009, a series of predawn
raids were conducted simultaneously in
Toronto and Montreal.
Seized property included five high-end cars and
three boats worth more than $300,000, a variety
of other luxury items and $600,000 in cash,
including $300,000 hidden in a suitcase behind a
washing machine and $180,000 found in a gym
bag hanging on a closet door.
Two men arrested during the raids later pleaded
guilty before the Ontario Court of Justice
to charges including Theft Over $5,000 and
SEATBELT SAFETY
In support of the annual provincial Spring
Seatbelt Campaign in April 2009, #2 District
officers conducted spot checks along the
entrance and exit ramps of Highway 7 along the
southern border of Richmond Hill, Thornhill
and Markham.
To achieve the highest visibility, police officers
focused their efforts on peak commuting hours
and typical school drop-off times. On one day
alone, more than 1,000 vehicles passed through
the temporary safety lanes set up at the ramps
between 9th Line and Dufferin Street. Officers
were pleased to note 99 per cent of drivers and
passengers were in compliance with the seatbelt
laws.
Conspiracy to Commit an Indictable Offence. A
third man was also convicted of Conspiracy to
Commit an Indictable Offence in relation to the
planned robbery. The accused were sentenced to
prison terms ranging between seven months and
five-and-a-half years.
The efforts of the 19-person investigative
team and the excellent cooperation between
agencies exemplified the York Regional Police
value of teamwork. York Regional Police team
members were proud to accept the 2009 Police
Appreciation Night Excellence in Policing
Award for their work on Project Garda.
I am a senior Canadian and wish to express my thanks to Constable David Rallis for helping me fix my punctured tire.
I was totally exhausted at that moment. Words cannot describe how grateful and appreciative I am for such timely
help.
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TACKLING STREET-LEVEL ROBBERIES
Responding to an increase in street-level
robberies in high-density areas near transit
lines in Richmond Hill, #2 District Criminal
Investigation Bureau officers conducted a
six-week blitz aimed at identifying culprits and
charging offenders. Increasing police presence
in the area also served to deter criminal activity.
Concentrating on targeted thefts of small
electronics and cash from patrons of local
movie theatres, shopping plazas and along
transit routes, officers ran the initiative in
March and April 2009 which resulted in 15
people, including 10 youths, charged with
Robbery, Weapons Dangerous, Carry a
Concealed Weapon, Breach of Recognizance,
Forcible Confinement and Possession of
Property Obtained by Crime.
RICHMOND HILL PROPERTY CRIMES
TASK FORCE
Between October and November 2009, the
#2 District Property Crime Unit initiated a
task force operation focused on a co-operative
housing area which had experienced increased
calls for service, causing community concern.
During the 30-day initiative, 25 people were
arrested and charged with 37 offences including
20 Criminal Code charges, 16 Controlled
Drugs and Substances Act charges and one
Provincial Offences Act charge. Community
Services Bureau officers hosted a community
meeting with area residents to educate them
on crime prevention techniques. As a result of
this initiative, property management in the area
reported lower pedestrian and vehicular traffic
and reduced incidents of loitering. In addition,
a strong and enduring partnership was created
between the property management staff, area
residents and York Regional Police.
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#3 DISTRICT
3527 BASELINE ROAD, SUTTON
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JOINT OPPORTUNITIES GEORGINA
The highly successful Joint Opportunities
Georgina (JOG) running program was the
inspiration of #3 District Inspector Heidi
Schellhorn.
An accomplished runner, Heidi has competed
in a host of marathons, in addition to nine
Ironman triathlons.
When she herself was a high school student,
Heidi had been a smoker and spent her leisure
time hanging around the school’s smoking area.
What she didn’t realize was she had caught the
eye of her gym teacher, Mrs. Marg Clarke, who
saw untapped potential in Heidi.
In fact, it was a challenge by Mrs. Clarke that
pushed Heidi into action.
“Mrs. Clarke challenged me to a competition
– a two-mile run. There was no way I wanted
to be embarrassed by losing to a teacher so
I stopped smoking and started training,”
she said. “We never did have that race, but
I realized then how much of an impact she
had on me. I also knew what a difference a
program like JOG could have on kids today.”
Community Mobilization Officer Constable
Karen Hodge was the first to approach Sutton
Public School’s principal Steve Young with
the concept of JOG, which would conclude
with a five-kilometre fun run at Sibbald Point
Provincial Park in Sutton.
It was a great fit with the board’s Healthy
Schools Program, which promotes nutrition,
exercise and positive life choices.
“JOG presented a wonderful community
connection with the police, who generally
interact with the kids during incidents at the
school or as part of the Values, Influences and
Inspector Heidi Schellhorn
Superintendent Mark Tatz
#3 DISTRICT QUICK FACTS
Located in the Town of Georgina, Inspector
Heidi Schellhorn and Superintendent Mark Tatz
lead the 97 sworn and three civilian members of
#3 District Headquarters. The District provides
policing services to more than 47,000 residents
in the communities of Keswick, Sutton and
Pefferlaw, as well as several hamlets including
Udora, Port Bolster, Brownhill and Baldwin.
The eight members of the York Regional Police
Marine Unit work from the volunteer-run
Community Policing Centre located at Crate’s
Marina in Keswick.
Situated on Lake Simcoe, the area is well-known
for its water activities. During summer months,
cottagers and visitors enjoy an abundance of
local parkland, as well as swimming and boating
activities. In winter months, the area is a haven
for snowmobilers and ice anglers.
Georgina Island is also home to the Chippewas
of Georgina Island, a First Nations community.
For the past 20 years, officers and band
members have gathered for the annual Georgina
Island Barbeque and Information Day.
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Peers (VIP) program,” said Young. “Teachers
and police officers are community leaders and
JOG gave both a unique opportunity to build
stronger relationships with the kids and mentor
them towards a positive lifestyle.”
From the outset, JOG has been a success story.
More than 40 students representing every grade
level took part in the weekly exercise program,
which included 20-minute talks by guest
speakers on topics related to the importance
of healthy eating and proper sleep. In addition,
police officers explained how being fit helped
them do their job.
For Grade 6 students Sarah Stone, Danielle
Pegg and Kaitlyn Lyons, the JOG program was
a fun way to hang out with friends.
“When we started out, the course was
400-metres long, but we could only do about
half a lap at full speed before we needed to
rest,” said Sarah. “It took the full eight weeks
before we could run two laps at a nice steady
speed. It was a huge feeling of accomplishment
to run through the finish line.”
Giggling as girls do, they said it was weird
at first to see police officers wearing civilian
clothes, but over the eight-week JOG program,
they learned to see the officers as regular people.
Danielle Pegg’s mother, Doris, was pleasantly
surprised at the race-day setup.
PARK SAFETY PROGRAM
During the busy summer months along the Lake
Simcoe shorelines, #3 District officers increased
their patrols in parks and recreation areas, using
a variety of patrol vehicles to ensure the safety
of both citizens and visitors alike.
An enhanced partnership with Town of
Georgina bylaw enforcement officers and park
security personnel increased the visibility of our
officers in tourist and residential areas.
Of the 40 patrol initiatives, All Terrain Vehicles
(ATVs) were used in six instances, bicycles were
employed in 25 instances, while the remaining
patrols were completed in car or on foot.
The successful three-month program resulted
in two Criminal Code charges, one Trespass to
Property Act charge and 15 Provincial Offences
Act tickets being issued for Highway Traffic Act
infractions. More importantly, increased police
visibility helped to deter crime.
“I hadn’t expected this – an actual five-kilometre
run had been set up with a taped-off finish line.
The kids were given T-shirts and water bottles,”
explained Doris. “They even pinned runner’s
numbers to their T-shirts.”
The JOG program will continue in April and
September 2010.
Not all bad guys hate police. Constable Rick McGowan helped the community and those on the other side of the law
to become better people. He made a difference in my life and he made me a better person.
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WORKING TOGETHER TO IMPROVE
WATER SAFETY
Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy lakes and
waterways in the Town of Georgina yearround.
Ensuring the safety of citizens and
visitors is the mission of our eight-member
Marine Unit and is accomplished through
strong partnerships. The Marine Units
of South Simcoe Police, the Barrie Police
Department and the Ontario Provincial Police
share in the responsibility of patrolling the
lake, as do the Georgina Island Police. In the
event of a serious incident on the waterways
requiring air support, the Canadian Coast
Guard, based in Trenton, provides assistance.
In 2009, Marine Unit officers responded
to 3,324 radio calls and dedicated 46 hours
patrolling remote cottages that are otherwise
inaccessible during winter.
OPERATION RURAL LOOP
Traffic management was the focus of
Operation Rural Loop, which ran from
October to December of 2009. #3 District
frontline officers and Community Oriented
Response Unit members targeted major north
and southbound routes during busy morning
and evening commutes, where increased
speeds and aggressive driving had become a
concern.
Increased police visibility on these arterial
routes – Warden and Woodbine Avenues and
Kennedy and McCowan Roads – was key
to reducing the number of motor vehicle
collisions on the heavily-travelled roadways.
This road safety initiative resulted in 180
vehicles being stopped for speeding or other
Highway Traffic Act infractions and 176
Provincial Offences Act tickets being issued.
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#4 DISTRICT
2700 RUTHERFORD ROAD, VAUGHAN
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DISASTER UNITES COMMUNITY
Shortly after 6 p.m. on August 20, 2009, a
series of F-2 tornadoes touched down in the
City of Vaughan, destroying and damaging
dozens of homes and businesses. In a matter
of minutes, roofs were stripped from houses,
trees were toppled and power lines were
downed during the violent storm that brought
heavy rain, high winds and funnel clouds
across Southern Ontario.
The first tornado touched down in
Woodbridge near Highway 7 and Martin
Grove Road. Subsequent tornadoes touched
down in neighbourhoods at Andrew Park
and Martin Grove Road, Houston Road
and Moonstone Place, Islington Avenue and
Gamble Road, Cunningham Drive and Jane
Street and Teston Road between Jane and
Keele Streets.
York Regional Police, along with Vaughan Fire
and Rescue Services, immediately responded
to hundreds of emergency calls coming from
across the city. Officers and rescue personnel
performed targeted searches for victims and
to identify hazards. Hundreds of unsafe
homes in Woodbridge and Maple were then
evacuated and residents relocated to places of
safety. Duty Inspector Doug Conley ensured
the Community Mobile Police Station and
the Mobile Command Post were operational
to assist residents needing shelter and
information.
Every available York Regional Police officer
responded to assist residents, working side-byside
with other emergency responders amid
scattered debris, gas leaks and power outages.
Miraculously, there were no serious injuries
reported in York Region.
In the aftermath, an amazing thing happened.
Superintendent Tony Cusimano
Inspector Les Young
#4 DISTRICT QUICK FACTS
Superintendent Tony Cusimano and Inspector
Les Young lead 210 police officers and eight
civilian members in providing law enforcement
and crime prevention services for City of
Vaughan and southern King Township residents,
businesses and local attractions including
Canada’s Wonderland and Vaughan Mills Mall.
The City of Vaughan is one of the fastestgrowing
municipalities in Canada and is home
to more than 250,000 people and a strong
commercial and industrial population.
According to Statistics Canada, the population
grew an astounding 276 per cent between
1986 and 2006. Vaughan’s ethnic diversity has
grown with the population, with more than 70
languages spoken by Vaughan residents.
In addition to its busy patrol and enforcement
duties, District officers participated in a variety
of community events, including several athletic
challenges against high school students, Cops for
Cancer and the Woodbridge Remembrance Day
ceremony.
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People opened their homes to neighbours,
offering food, clothing and shelter to those
displaced by the storm.
“We had 2,500 to 3,000 displaced people
following the storms and found they didn’t need
the evacuation facilities,” said York Regional
Police Chief Armand La Barge. “It just speaks
to the real sense of community in these areas.”
While officers and volunteers worked the
scene of the disaster, another team was
working diligently 20 kilometres away at York
Regional Police headquarters in Newmarket.
Communications Bureau staff took hundreds
of emergency calls from panicked residents,
dispatched officers and cars where needed
and logged and shared vital information. In
a three-hour period between 6 and 9 p.m.,
Communications Bureau staff received close
to 500 emergency 9-1-1 calls related to the
Vaughan tornadoes – the same number of calls
received during an average 12-hour shift.
Many hearts and hands came together that day
to help City of Vaughan residents struggling
with the results of the unexpected disaster.
Communications staff, Auxiliary Unit officers,
civilian members, staff at Vaughan Fire and
Rescue Services and the municipality all worked
in unison to help those in need.
But it was the fast response of #4 District staff,
those working in uniform who stayed hours
past the end of their shift to assist, detectives in
GRAVES ROBBED FOR SCRAP METAL
In a heartless crime spree that upset many
residents, more than 650 bronze vases and 16
bronze headstones were stolen from gravesites
and sold for $7,000 to a scrap metal dealer.
A month-long investigation in September
2009 by officers in the #4 District Criminal
Investigation Bureau resulted in the recovery
of approximately 5,000 pounds of metal. The
items were recovered before being shipped
overseas and officers notified affected families
and held a public display so grateful relatives
could recover their stolen property.
Three men were arrested in connection with the
thefts, with two charged with Theft Over $5,000
and the third, the scrap metal dealer, charged
with Possession of Stolen Property.
the Criminal Investigation Bureau who changed
from plainclothes to uniform so residents could
easily identify them and those officers in the
Community Oriented Response Unit, whose
knowledge of existing community resources
proved invaluable, who made an incredible
impact that day.
“I couldn’t be more proud of the way #4
District officers responded to this disaster,”
said Superintendent Tony Cusimano. “Their
dedication and commitment to the safety of our
community, in the face of a major catastrophe,
was nothing short of inspiring.”
The City of Vaughan’s 20 th Anniversary Winterfest was a great success. The outdoor cruiser display is always a crowd
pleaser, the indoor display proved popular and the on-site attendance of YRP and Auxiliary officers was greatly
appreciated.
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THORNHILL PHARMACY ROBBER
CAPTURED
During the early evening hours of February
19, 2009, the Hold-Up Unit, Criminal
Investigation Bureau and Community
Oriented Response officers arrested a man
exiting the Chabad Gate Pharmacy on
Bathurst Street. Officers had been conducting
surveillance at 13 pharmacies in the area
following a rash of robberies.
The suspect donned a mask before entering
the pharmacy prompting officers to call for
assistance and then wait for the suspect to
exit the pharmacy. He was arrested without
incident and a toy handgun, a T-shirt being
used as a disguise, cash and a large quantity of
narcotics were recovered at the scene.
A 36-year-old man faces three years and eight
months in custody after pleading guilty to
Robbery and Use of an Imitation Firearm.
TAKING AIM AT RESIDENTIAL
BREAK AND ENTERS
The Daybreak Initiative, which targeted
persons committing daytime residential break
and enters over a five-month period, was an
overwhelming success.
Following weeks of surveillance and the
execution of a number of search warrants
by officers in the #4 District Criminal
Investigation Bureau, 70 charges were laid
against 19 people and more than $115,000
worth of stolen property was recovered and
returned to victims.
A total of 56 residential break-ins, dating back
four years, were cleared as a result of this
investigation.
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#5 DISTRICT
8700 McCOWAN ROAD, MARKHAM
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FOOT PATROL WITH A PURPOSE
In 2009, York Regional Police expanded
the Foot Patrol with a Purpose program,
partnering with the Royal Canadian Mounted
Police (RCMP) in a six-month pilot project
featuring dedicated police foot patrol at Pacific
Mall and Market Village in the Town of
Markham.
The program was initiated in response to
increased complaints from residents about the
sale of counterfeit and pirated goods such as
CDs and DVDs.
Counterfeit goods, whether smuggled
into Canada or produced here, represent
a significant financial loss to legitimate
businesses, governments and taxpayers. The
RCMP is responsible for the enforcement of
the criminal provisions of the Copyright Act
that governs the sale of pirated goods like
DVDs and enforcement is often carried out in
partnership with local police agencies.
Given our strong commitment to community
policing, York Regional Police set out to raise
the police profile in these shopping areas.
With the assistance of our community
partners including the Markham Bylaw
Department and Markham Fire and
Emergency Services, York Regional Police
Constables Ricky Ho and Nick Yun, with
their RCMP counterparts, began the sixmonth
pilot project in March 2009, geared
at investigation, inspection, awareness and
enforcement.
York Regional Police has already seen success
with our Foot Patrol with a Purpose program.
Each District has dedicated officers to various
foot patrol locations across York Region.
Foot patrol officers have a unique perspective
Inspector John Burness
Superintendent Robertson Rouse
#5 DISTRICT QUICK FACTS
Superintendent Robertson Rouse and Inspector
John Burness lead 186 sworn officers and five
civilian members of #5 District Headquarters
located in the Town of Markham.
Close to 300,000 citizens live within the
District boundaries, which include the Town of
Markham and the southern portion of the Town
of Whitchurch-Stouffville. The community
has experienced rapid growth in recent years,
with new housing developments and businesses
locating in the area that boasts a unique blend
of scenic farmland and corporate head offices.
The District is well served by the Stouffville
Community Policing Centre, which is located
in the heart of the Town of Whitchurch-
Stouffville and is staffed by dedicated
volunteers.
In 2009, #5 District officers participated in
a variety of community events, including
the annual Taste of Asia Festival, Unionville
Festival, Milliken Mills Children’s Festival and
the Markham Fair.
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– from the ground up. They get to know their
neighbourhoods and the people who live, work
and play in them. They learn where residents
would like to see increased police visibility and
which areas are prone to criminal activity.
The same principles applied to the pilot project.
By the end of the six-month pilot, the number
of stores selling counterfeit CDs and DVDs
went from 42 to six under the constant scrutiny
of the foot patrol officers. Investigation
continues into those stores still suspected of
selling pirated goods.
A total of 14 people were arrested and charged
with 26 offences including Possession of
Property Obtained by Crime, Fraud, Assault and
Weapons Trafficking in relation to replica guns
being sold. In addition, 10 stores were charged
with 44 municipal bylaw offences including
infractions related to the sale of adult movies.
Reports from the malls’ security offices
indicated other criminal activity like graffiti,
shoplifting, mischief, and thefts from vehicles
had markedly decreased, in large part due to
police visibility.
Constable Ho pointed out that in addition to
the success on the enforcement side, improved
relations with the community was an added
benefit.
“We were able to establish various community
OPERATION GIZMO
Targeting street-level robberies and high
school gang activities in #5 District, Operation
Gizmo focused on robberies and assaults
occurring in and around school properties
with personal electronic items being the
targets.
The two-week initiative resulted in 19 people
being charged with 34 offences, including
seven youths charged in one robbery incident
believed to be gang-related.
Officers also seized a large quantity of overthe-counter
medication linked to a number of
previous shoplifting incidents.
contacts because they were willing to share their
concerns and thoughts with us,” he said. “We
were able to bring our messages out in terms of
crime prevention tips and information regarding
ongoing investigations.”
The success of the pilot has resulted in regular
foot patrols continuing at the malls, undertaken
by the officers in the #5 District Community
Oriented Response Unit. Awareness of
counterfeit sales has been raised for both
business operators and shoppers and business
owners have benefitted from the closer
relationship with police in terms of premise
security and robbery prevention strategies.
Our home was the target of four acts of vandalism. We were pleased with the investigation by Constables Darryl
Beauregard, Shawn Sparkes, Jason Hayes and Ryan Quail. Those responsible were quickly questioned and warned of
the consequences, along with their parents.
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SUPPORTING FUTURE ARTISTS
York Regional Police, in partnership with
the York Region District School Board and
the Town of Markham’s Varley Art Gallery,
presented a first-of-its-kind private art show in
June entitled Prospectus Terra Firma or Built
on Solid Ground.
The art show was the final product of a fivemonth
Camera Club initiative for local youth,
involving four officers from #5 District and
six students from Bur Oak Secondary School
in Markham. Officers with photography
experience volunteered their time to mentor
the students during weekly sessions. As part of
the project, students also had the opportunity
to see the inner workings of our Forensic
Identification Bureau equipment and photo lab.
The photographers’ work was displayed during
the show and the students answered questions
about the Camera Club and their photographs.
In addition, each artist donated a framed
photograph as a way of giving back to the
community.
OPERATION RANSACK
In response to an alarming increase in the
number of residential break and enters in the
south end of Markham, #5 District officers
launched an initiative to identify and apprehend
the suspects responsible. Between July 1 and
September 14, 2009, 65 residential break and
enters were reported to police in which large
quantities of jewelry and electronics were
stolen. The initiative, which began in late
September 2009, resulted in 27 people arrested
on 58 charges for Break and Enter. Criminal
Investigation Bureau, Uniform and Community
Oriented Response Unit officers worked in
partnership during this initiative to put an end
to this criminal activity.
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YORK REGIONAL POLICE
POLICE SERVICES
BOARD
CORPORATE
COMMUNICATIONS
CHIEF OF
POLICE
Executive Branch
DUTY INSPECTORS
INTEGRATED CRIME ANALYSIS
Hate Crime
DIVERSITY &
CULTURAL
RESOURCES
HEALTH & SAFETY
OPERATIONAL PROJECTS
& INVESTIGATIONS
DEPUTY CHIEF
Operations
Branch
#1 DISTRICT
Patrol
Criminal Investigations
Community Oriented Response
SUPPORT
SERVICES
INVESTIGATIVE
SERVICES
#2 DISTRICT
Patrol
Criminal Investigations
Community Oriented Response
#3 DISTRICT
Patrol
Criminal Investigations
Community Oriented Response
Marine
Underwater Recovery
#4 DISTRICT
Patrol
Criminal Investigations
Community Oriented Response
#5 DISTRICT
Patrol
Criminal Investigations
Community Oriented Response
CRITICAL INCIDENT
MANAGEMENT
EMERGENCY
SUPPORT
Emergency Response
Explosives Disposal
OPERATIONAL
SUPPORT
Air Support
Canine
Dispute Management
Emergency Preparedness
Firearms
Public Order
Search & Rescue
TRAFFIC
Collision Reconstruction
Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety
Enforcement
Road Safety Programs
MAJOR CRIMES
ORGANIZED
CRIME
Crimes Against Children
Internet Child Exploitation
Homicide
Cold Case
Coroner’s Liaison
Major Case Management
ViCLAS
Sexual Assault
Drugs & Vice
Intelligence
Guns & Gangs Enforcement
Special Services
SPECIAL
INVESTIGATIONS
& SUPPORT
Auto/Cargo Theft
Forensic Identification
High-Risk Offenders
Hold-Up
Major Fraud
Polygraph
Branch
District/Service
Bureau
Archaeological Recovery
Technical Data Recovery
Video Support
Bail Management
Unit
Section
Team
Program
Function/
Position
Approved by the Police Services Board
April 22, 2009
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ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR
Ceremonial Unit
Chaplains
Protocol
Statistics
PLANNING &
RESEARCH
PROFESSIONAL
STANDARDS
QUALITY
ASSURANCE
Audit
Directives Management
EXECUTIVE
OFFICER
POLICE
HEARINGS
Freedom of Information
LEGAL
CAPITAL PROJECTS
DEPUTY CHIEF
Administration
Branch
PROPERTY/EVIDENCE
& RECORDS RETENTION
INFORMATION
SERVICES
FINANCIAL
SERVICES
STAFF
SERVICES
COMMUNITY
SERVICES
COURT
SERVICES
COMMUNITY
MOBILIZATION
COURT
OPERATIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
911 / Call Centre
Community Resource
Centre
Technical Support
INFORMATION
MANAGEMENT
Customer Service
Data Quality Verification
Document Control
Transcription/ Validation
INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
Application Support
Business Continuity
Help Desk
Network Support
BUDGET &
CONTROL
Accounting
Alarms
Budget
Paid Duty Administration
MAINTENANCE &
PROCUREMENT
Facilities Management
Fleet
Purchasing
Stores
HUMAN
RESOURCES
Civilian Recruiting
Compensation &
Benefits
Employee Relations
PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
Staff Development
Uniform Recruiting
TRAINING &
EDUCATION
Academics
Police Vehicle Operations
Technology & Skills
Development
Use of Force
Crime Prevention
Guns & Gangs
Prevention
Community Safety Village
Youth Programs
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School Resources
COMMUNITY
PARTNERSHIP
Auxiliary
Crime Stoppers
Mental Health Resources
Volunteers
COMMUNITY
SUPPORT
Integrated Domestic Violence
Persons with Disabilities Safety
Seniors Safety
Victim’s Assistance
Prisoner Management
Court Security
Prisoner Transportation
POA Courts
COURT
ADMINISTRATION
Case Management
Disclosure Management
Document Service
Crown Folder Processing
Court Management
Court Support
Victim Notification
Witness Management
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SUPPORT SERVICES
200 INDUSTRIAL PARKWAY SOUTH, AURORA
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PARTNERS IN SUCCESS
York Regional Police specialty units often
increase their overall effectiveness by working
together and that is certainly demonstrated by
the Canine and Air Support Units. Both units
support frontline officers and can be called out
at a moment’s notice to search for suspects,
locate fleeing vehicles or provide officer safety
by acting as backup.
2009 incidents showcasing this partnership
include an assault in progress in Markham in
July. Two victims were attacked and robbed
by six armed men. The victims were punched
and kicked and one was slashed with a knife
before the suspects separated and fled on
foot. #5 District Uniform officers, with
the invaluable assistance of officers aloft in
Air2, set up a perimeter and the Canine Unit
deployed three of its 13 teams, consisting of
an officer and a Police Service Dog (PSD), to
locate the suspects. Within minutes, four of
the six suspects were located hiding within the
perimeter. They now face numerous charges
in connection with the violent street-level
robbery.
A second incident involved a call for a
suspicious person breaking into vehicles in a
commercial parking lot in the City of Vaughan.
Air2 was first on scene and quickly spotted
the suspect, attempting to flee the scene in a
stolen vehicle. The officer and Tactical Flight
Commander inside Air2 kept observations on
the vehicle and directed ground units to its
location. Upon entering a dead end, the suspect
then fled on foot, crossing railroad tracks
and attempting to hide in a field. A Canine
Unit team, directed by Air2, arrested the
man without incident and he faces numerous
charges including breaching previouslyimposed
court conditions.
Inspector Norn Miles
Superintendent Mark Brown
SUPPORT SERVICES QUICK FACTS
Led by Superintendent Mark Brown and
Inspector Norn Miles, the 92 officers and four
civilians in Support Services provide operational
and emergency support to frontline officers
and critical incident management through three
separate bureaus.
The Emergency Support Bureau includes the
Critical Incident Management, Emergency
Response and Explosives Disposal Units. Officers
in these units respond to situations that go beyond
the normal training and equipment limits of a
frontline police officer.
The Operational Support Bureau includes the
Air Support, Canine, Firearms, Public Order
and Incident Response Units, which respond
to support frontline officers in a variety of
circumstances.
The Traffic Bureau is comprised of three units:
Collision Reconstruction, Enforcement and Safety
Programs, incorporating the important public
education components of our traffic strategy into
targeted enforcement and investigation.
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TRAFFIC BUREAU
The York Regional Police Traffic Bureau is
comprised of 46 police officers and two civilian
members. This team is responsible for collision
reconstruction, traffic enforcement, commercial
motor vehicle safety and traffic safety education.
In 2009, the Traffic Bureau increased the
number of Intoxilyzer technicians, who test
blood alcohol concentration, to 29 from 20
as well as increasing the number of Drug
Recognition Experts (DREs) to 18 from 14 in
2008.
In October 2009, in response to provincial
legislation, York Regional Police re-launched our
Operation Stay Focused campaign, educating
drivers about the very real dangers of using
handheld devices and being distracted while
driving. York Regional Police officers issued
a total of 285 warnings to drivers during the
three-month education period.
In addition to Operation Stay Focused, the
Traffic Bureau conducted a number of road
safety campaigns, including Safe Roads...Your
Call, Eliminate Racing Activity on Streets
Everywhere (E.R.A.S.E.) and Safe and Secure,
which focuses on promoting the correct
installation and use of child and infant car
seats. In 2009, approximately 200 car seats were
inspected at clinics held in the Town of East
Gwillimbury, the Town of Markham and the
City of Vaughan.
SUPPORT SERVICES CALLS
FOR SERVICE
Calls for Service
Explosives Disposal Unit
Emergency Response Unit
Canine Unit
Air Support Unit
Public Order Unit
Search and Rescue
Dispute Management
(excludes out-of-region deployments)
2008
21
725
2,051
1,518
0
10
10
2009
16
616
2,148
1,580
6
9
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A note of appreciation for having Sergeant Ed Villamere on last night’s Rogers Focal Point show on Don’t Drink and
Drive over the holidays. He did an excellent job and certainly ensured the show accurately conveyed to the public that
you can’t hide from RIDE.
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EDU DISCOVERS AND NEUTRALIZES
14 POUNDS OF EXPLOSIVES
In December 2009, members of the Explosive
Disposal Unit (EDU) were called to assist with
an investigation involving a large safe, which
had been recovered by Town of Newmarket
employees while dredging a local canal.
The EDU is a specialized unit that responds
specifically to calls regarding explosive devices
and is relied upon by officers for their expertise
and availability of specialized tools.
After gaining entry to the safe, members of the
EDU discovered it contained approximately
14 pounds of high explosives, which they
neutralized. This situation was very precarious
and could have been deadly if not handled by
experts in the field.
PUBLIC ORDER UNIT ASSISTS
IN OBAMA VISIT
Barack Obama, the first African-American
elected as President of the United States of
America, made his first out-of-country visit on
February 19, 2009, to Ottawa, Canada.
The Ottawa Police Service formally requested
assistance from the York Regional Police Public
Order Unit in providing security during the
Presidential visit, as President Obama had been
drawing extremely large crowds at all of his
public appearances.
From February 16 to 20, 2009, York Regional
Police deployed 48 Public Order Unit members
to assist with security, joining officers from
Ottawa, London, Durham Region, the OPP
and the RCMP who all partnered to provide
security for the monumental visit.
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INVESTIGATIVE
SERVICES
17250 YONGE STREET, NEWMARKET
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INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES
MAJOR CRIMES
HOMICIDE UNIT
The 14 members of the Homicide Unit
investigated two homicides in 2009, one in
which a suspect has been identified and a
Canada-wide warrant issued for his arrest and
in the second, four people pleaded guilty to
Manslaughter in connection with the death of
a man who died following an incident of arson.
Two members of the Homicide Unit are
dedicated cold case investigators who continue
to pursue any leads on historical unsolved
homicides and in 2009, Constable Doug Clarke
released a new, museum-quality clay bust of a
man whose unidentified remains were found in
1980 in the Town of Markham.
Homicide Unit members also assisted in
22 other serious assault, missing persons or
suspicious death investigations in 2009 and
secured two court convictions for First-Degree
Murder, one for Second-Degree Murder and
one for Criminal Negligence Causing Death.
SEXUAL ASSAULT UNIT
The nine-member Sexual Assault Unit worked
closely with #4 District officers and members
of Corporate Communications to identify a
man wanted in connection with the sexual
assault of a 13-year-old boy in a Highway 400
rest-stop washroom. With the assistance of the
public and the media, the man was identified
and arrested the next day and the case is still
before the courts.
Investigators are also actively involved in the
court process to secure Dangerous Offender
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Inspector Kevin Torrie, Superintendent Wayne Kalinski
Inspector Gerry Milne and Inspector Richard Crabtree
INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES QUICK FACTS
The most serious criminal offences in York
Region are investigated by the experienced
members of Investigative Services under the
leadership of Superintendent Wayne Kalinski
and Inspector Gerry Milne of the Major Crimes
Bureau, Inspector Richard Crabtree of the
Organized Crime Bureau and Inspector Kevin
Torrie who runs the Special Investigations and
Support Bureau.
The Major Crimes Bureau includes the Homicide,
Sexual Assault, Crimes Against Children and
Major Case Management Units.
The Organized Crime Bureau includes the Drugs
and Vice, Special Services and Intelligence Units,
as well as the Guns and Gangs Enforcement
Branch.
Special Investigations and Support Bureau
includes Auto/Cargo Theft, Forensic
Identification, Hold-Up, Major Fraud,
Polygraph and High-Risk Offenders Units. The
Archaeological Recovery, Technical Data and
Video Support branches fall under the Forensic
Identification Unit.
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status for a man convicted of planning to
abduct and sexually assault children in 2005. He
remains in custody.
During Sexual Assault Awareness Month
in May, members of the unit acknowledged
the strong partnerships they share with The
Women’s Support Network of York Region,
Victim Services of York Region and the
Domestic Abuse and Sexual Assault Care
Centre of York Region.
CRIMES AGAINST CHILDREN UNIT
The 16 members of the Crimes Against
Children Unit investigate physical and sexual
assault against children under 16 where the
offender is in a position of trust.
The unit investigated 431 incidents in 2009
and successful outcomes include the arrest of
two people for the historical sexual assault of a
six-year-old child dating back to 1992 and that
of a 29-year-old Richmond Hill woman for an
assault on a one-month-old baby.
The Crimes Against Children Unit includes the
Internet Child Exploitation Unit, whose three
members investigated a total of 78 cases in 2009
including eight proactive investigations that
resulted in four offenders being charged with
making child pornography available over the
Internet.
MAJOR CASE MANAGEMENT
All York Regional Police investigative units are
supported by the Major Case Management Unit
which manages the investigative software system
known as PowerCase. The system helps define
major cases and facilitates coordination and
communication between police agencies across
Canada.
YORK REGIONAL POLICE
2009 CRIME RATES
The overall crime rate per 100,000 population
decreased for the sixth consecutive year in York
Region, dropping 6.8 per cent in 2009. Our
low crime rate is a reflection of the investment
made by our Police Services Board and Regional
Council in human resources, technology and
training as well as our commitment to proactive
community policing and the good work of our
members.
In accordance with our Keeping York Region
Safe Together program, our strong partnerships
with residents, businesses, faith and community
organizations have clearly made a difference in
our community.
In 2009, the rate of:
• Criminal Code violations decreased 6.8 per cent
• Crimes Against Persons violations decreased
1.4 per cent
• Crimes Against Property violations decreased
7.3 per cent
• Weapons violations decreased 17.2 per cent
• Break and Enter violations decreased 8.9 per cent
• Robbery violations decreased 1.0 per cent
• Sexual violations decreased 9.0 per cent
• Impaired Operation or related violations
decreased 15.9 per cent
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ORGANIZED CRIME BUREAU
HEADLINE
DRUGS AND VICE UNIT
The Drugs and Vice Unit is made up of four
teams, in addition to the Asset Forfeiture
Unit, which investigate the production and
manufacturing of controlled drugs and
substances including prescription drug fraud;
prostitution and adult entertainment offences;
liquor licence offences; and gambling and
gaming offences.
In 2009, Drugs and Vice Unit officers
investigated illegal activities at massage parlours
across the region and laid 142 charges against
43 people and permanently shut down two
operations.
In partnership with the Alcohol and Gaming
Commission of Ontario, the Vice Team
conducted 44 liquor licence inspections at
licensed premises and laid 51 charges against 13
establishments.
The unit’s highlights in 2009 included the
discovery and dismantling of a clandestine drug
production laboratory in the City of Vaughan
in which officers seized $800,000 worth of
ephedrine, a precursor necessary to produce
methamphetamine.
Officers also investigated two disturbing
incidents of human trafficking where female
victims, one as young as 15, were forced into
prostitution after being lured over the Internet.
Four people have been charged.
SPECIAL SERVICES UNIT
The 28-member Special Services Unit provides
mobile, physical, technical and photographic
surveillance support to investigative units.
In 2009, the unit conducted 27,870 hours of
mobile surveillance which led to 130 arrests.
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INTELLIGENCE UNIT
The 53 members of the Intelligence Unit, which
includes the investigative arm of the Guns and
Gangs Enforcement Unit, investigate organized
crime, outlaw motorcycle gangs, terrorist activities
as well as providing threat assessments, witness
protection and relocation and VIP security.
In partnership with the Combined Forces Special
Enforcement Unit, in 2009 Intelligence Unit
officers disrupted an organized crime group
trafficking large amounts of drugs across the
Greater Toronto Area. Six people were arrested
and 100 pounds of marihuana and 300 pounds of
ecstasy were seized.
SPECIAL INVESTIGATIONS AND SUPPORT
AUTO/CARGO THEFT UNIT
The 11-member Auto/Cargo Theft Unit is
tasked with the investigation of organized groups
involved in the theft and transportation of
stolen vehicles, including those with altered or
fraudulent vehicle identification numbers as well
as the theft of heavy equipment and cargo.
Following a six-month investigation, members
of the unit charged five men in connection with
the 2009 theft of $1.5 million worth of ink
cartridges from a Richmond Hill warehouse.
Cellular phones, a .22 calibre rifle, a .45 calibre
pistol, computer equipment, ink cartridges
and approximately $8,000 in cash were seized
following the arrests.
Members of the Auto/Cargo Theft Unit also
engage in crime prevention initiatives and they
have seen operational results. Project Ice Cube,
began with alerting the public to an increase in
warm-up thefts of vehicles. That initiative led
to the arrest of two men who were charged in
connection with 21 warm-up thefts.
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FORENSIC IDENTIFICATION UNIT
The 64 members of the Forensic Identification
Unit document, collect and preserve forensic
evidence through a variety of methods
including digital imaging, chemical processing
of evidence for the purpose of recovering
latent prints, fibres and other trace evidence
and shooting reconstruction/trajectory
analysis.
In 2009, members of the FIU processed
160,032 digital images, fingerprinted 9,921
charged persons, executed 440 DNA orders
and positively identified 333 suspects.
The unit is supported by the Archaeological
Recovery Team, which investigates cases
involving found bones and skeletal remains; the
Video Support Unit, which provides forensic
video analysis and audio/visual conversion,
duplication and production; and the Technical
Data Recovery branch, which conducts
forensic examination of computer-related
devices.
HEADLINE
HIGH-RISK OFFENDER UNIT
The six members of the High-Risk Offender
Unit are responsible for developing
management strategies for high-risk offenders
and federal and provincial parolees released
back into the community to prevent further
criminal behaviour.
Highlights of 2009 include the arrest of
two men discovered possessing firearms
and cocaine during regular court-ordered
compliance checks.
Other responsibilities include ensuring released
offenders are complying with bail conditions
and monitoring the federal and provincial sex
offender registries.
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HOLD-UP UNIT
The 15 members of the Hold-Up Unit
investigated a total of 387 incidents in 2009,
involving the robbery of financial institutions
and commercial and retail premises, as well
as home invasions and carjacking robberies
including 148 where a knife or firearm was
used.
Working in partnership with the Toronto Police
Service and Crime Stoppers, members of the
Hold-Up Unit arrested a suspect wanted for
13 bank robberies in York, Peel, Toronto and
Caledon.
Members of the Hold-Up Unit also spent
time in 2009 educating residents on crime
prevention.
MAJOR FRAUD UNIT
The Major Fraud Unit investigated 1,220
incidents of fraud, counterfeit currency,
identity theft, forged documents and social
assistance fraud in 2009.
One successful investigation led to the arrest
of a 60-year-old Aurora man in connection
with the production of fake documents used
to obtain credit. Losses to financial institutions
were estimated to be millions of dollars.
Members also work closely with the National
Payment Card Investigators Association and
the Canadian Bankers Association.
POLYGRAPH UNIT
The highly-skilled member in charge of the
Polygraph Unit responded to 214 requests
for service in 2009 as well as conducting 14
training sessions for officers in achieving
proficiency in interviewing and interrogation
techniques.
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JOINT-FORCES OPERATIONS
HEADLINE
JFO FOLKSTONE
This three-month long investigation by
the York Regional Police Guns and Gangs
Enforcement Unit, working with the
Provincial Weapons Enforcement Unit,
Toronto Police Service, Windsor City Police
and the Canadian Border Services Agency,
tackled the organized trafficking of guns and
drugs across the GTA, with connections to
Windsor and Kentucky, U.S.A. and resulted in
the arrest of 23 people. The total project cost
was $399,950.
JFO CUJO
The York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit, with
officers from the #1 and #4 Property Crime
Units, worked with the Toronto Police Service
to smash a sophisticated distraction theft and
robbery ring targeting GTA jewellers. Three
suspects were arrested and charged following
an attempted robbery. The total project cost
was $113,836.
JFO GARDA
This joint-forces operation, conducted in
partnership with the Sûreté du Québec, is
profiled on page 13. The total project cost was
$618,450.
JFO DISH
The #5 District Property Crime Unit, working
with officers from the Toronto Police Service,
Halton Regional Police, Peel Regional Police
and Durham Regional Police, targeted an
organized gang suspected of committing more
than 30 break and enters across the GTA.
$20,000 worth of property was recovered. The
total project cost was $123,726.
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INTERNAL TASK FORCES
ITF BC
The #2 District Property Crime Unit and the
Guns and Gangs Enforcement Unit responded
to complaints about street gangs loitering,
committing street-level robberies and dealing
drugs in residential neighbourhoods. The
investigation resulted in the execution of a
search warrant. Six people were charged with
drug-related offences and a large quantity of
cocaine, marihuana and oxycodone was seized.
The total project cost was $159,039.
ITF SIESTA
The Guns and Gangs Enforcement Unit,
working with the #2 and #4 District
Property Crime Units, focused on a street
gang committing street-level robberies and
trafficking drugs. Three gang leaders were
arrested and a large quantity of cocaine,
marihuana and stolen property was seized,
along with a 9 mm long gun and cash. The
total project cost was $98,837.
ITF DRIVE-THRU
Officers from the Guns and Gangs
Enforcement Unit and #4 District Uniform,
Community Oriented Response and Property
Crime Units focused on street gangs targeting
visitors to large regional attractions. Highlevel
enforcement, increased police visibility
and working in partnership with security
services to consistently monitor the sites led
to a dramatic decrease in complaints from the
public and security officers. The total project
cost was $51,813.
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ITF LF
Targeted enforcement and increased police
visibility by the Guns and Gangs Enforcement
Unit and #4 District Property Crime and
Community Oriented Response Units
successfully eliminated the presence of rival
street gangs during a one-day community event.
Eight people were charged with numerous drug,
weapons and alcohol-related charges. The total
project cost was $15,229.
HEADLINE
ITF 3D
The project targeted an outlaw motorcycle
gang operating in northern York Region. Gang
members, their associates and other peripheral
individuals were investigated, with a total of
14 people arrested and charged with drug and
property-related offences. The total project cost
was $371,379.
ITF ROCKER
A probe into an outlaw motorcycle gang
operating in southern York Region by the York
Regional Police Guns and Gangs Enforcement
Unit and the #1 District Property Crime
Unit led to several subsequent investigations,
which are ongoing. The total project cost was
$98,837.
ITF KONG
The Drugs and Vice and Intelligence Units
focused on an organized gang trafficking
drugs across York Region. A large quantity of
marihuana and ecstasy was seized following
the arrest of eight people on charges including
Production, Possession and Trafficking of
Controlled Substances. The total project cost was
$75,703.
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COMMUNITY SERVICES
BUREAU
16775 YONGE STREET, NEWMARKET
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LEADERSHIP AND OPPORTUNITY CAMPS
Each year, the York Regional Police Community
Services Bureau hosts four weeks of summer
camp at the Community Safety Village of
York Region, located within Bruce’s Mill
Conservation Area in the Town of Whitchurch-
Stouffville. Two weeks are dedicated to
Leadership Camp and the other two weeks are
dedicated to Opportunities Camp. Participants
for both camps are selected by their schools
for demonstrating good character and excellent
leadership potential.
The camps left a lasting impression on 140
campers in 2009 and had a profound effect on
at least one young man.
Marko Kuncic, whose son John attended one
of the camps in 2009, spoke fondly of his son’s
incredible experience.
“When John was selected to participate in the
York Regional Police Leo McArthur Youth
Leadership Camp, we were so proud of him,”
said Mr. Kuncic. “He and his friends had so
many good things to say about the camp and
its counsellors. They had so much fun taking
part in various activities, sports and guest
presentations.”
John said he found a lifelong friend in his
favourite camp counsellor, Constable Antoniella
Passarelli, known to her campers as Pasta.
“John was so impressed with his counsellor,
Pasta. She has done so much in her career as
a police officer, and in sharing her stories with
the kids, she really inspired them. Through her
actions and words, she has influenced them in a
lasting and positive way,” said Mr. Kuncic. “My
son benefitted greatly from the experience and
it was noticeable how much he grew from his
time at the Youth Leadership Camp.”
Superintendent Paul Pedersen
Inspector Maria Ahrens
COMMUNITY SERVICES QUICK FACTS
Providing York Region with innovative outreach
programs, Superintendent Paul Pedersen and
Inspector Maria Ahrens lead the 68 members
of the Community Services Bureau in building
partnerships and engaging citizens in the
community.
The bureau is divided into three sub-bureaus.
The Community Mobilization Bureau includes
Crime Prevention, the Community Safety Village
and Youth Programs.
The Community Partnerships Bureau includes
the Auxiliary, Mental Health Resources and
Volunteers.
The Community Support Bureau includes
Integrated Domestic Violence, Persons with
Disabilities Safety, Seniors Safety and Victim’s
Assistance.
In 2009, the first steps were taken towards
the development of an Integrated Domestic
Violence Unit, which will bring all services for
victims of domestic violence together.
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Overall, the camps were an overwhelming
success for all involved. Ninety Grade 4 and
5 campers participated in the fourth annual
York Regional Police Leo McArthur Youth
Leadership Camp, which engaged campers
in a wide range of activities including
demonstrations from our Emergency Response
Unit, Search and Rescue Unit, Traffic Bureau
and Dive Team. The cost of the camp was
generously sponsored by local business man Leo
McArthur and the Police Appreciation Night
Dinner Committee.
For the second year in a row, 50 campers from
Grades 6 and 7 took part in two week-long
sessions of Youth Opportunities camp. The
Youth Opportunities Camp was started through
a grant received for the award-winning York
Region Against Guns and Gangs (YRAGG)
initiative. In their presentations, York Regional
Police officers shared how character traits play
an important role in how they perform their
duties as police officers. Campers were treated
to a visit from Canadian National Paralympian
Tracey Ferguson, who taught them to never
give up on their dreams. Campers also enjoyed
an exciting talk from Toronto Argonauts player
Chuck Winters.
But the true benefit drawn from the camps were
the relationships built between youth and police
officers.
“Sometimes, a person comes into your life and,
YOUTH AND MENTAL HEALTH
SYMPOSIUM
York Regional Police was proud to host a
groundbreaking Youth and Mental Health
Symposium in September 2009. The
symposium was held at the York Regional Police
Community Safety Village in collaboration with
the York Support Services Network. The oneday
event brought together over 50 participants
representing nine different community services
agencies, two of the region’s hospitals, the two
school boards, local shelters and members of
the Ministry of Children and Youth Services.
The symposium provided an opportunity to
share information about existing programs
within York Region and create dialogue on
ways York Regional Police and its partners
could better serve children and adolescents
with mental health issues. It was a positive first
step in coordinating services for youth in York
Region.
even if it is only for a brief time, that person
leaves a profound mark on the life they have
touched,” said Mr. Kuncic. “This is certainly
what happened when the Youth Leadership
Camp brought my son, and all the other
children, to meet Constable Passarelli and the
other amazing camp counsellors. It was truly an
unforgettable experience.”
My son participated in a safety class at the Community Safety Village. He is a special needs student who frequently
interrupts and shouts out responses. Constable Maxine Bairos was able to control the situation while providing him
with opportunities to participate.
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HALLOWEEN IN THE VILLAGE
Ghouls and goblins galore packed the
Community Safety Village (CSV) in search
of Halloween treats during the 5th Annual
Halloween in the Village celebration held in
October.
A record 3,700 citizens took part in the
Halloween spook-tacular, making this the
single biggest event ever held at the CSV. A
haunted house, games, crafts and more than
27,000 pieces of candy helped to satisfy the
eager trick-or-treaters, who also benefitted
from important Halloween safety messages.
An amazing 20,000 pounds of food was
generously donated by our guests and helped
the York Region Food Network provide for the
less fortunate in our region.
CRIME PREVENTION TRADE SHOW
In an innovative spin on an existing program,
York Regional Police hosted the first-of-itskind
Crime Prevention Trade Show during the
annual province-wide Crime Prevention Week.
This event is unique to York Regional Police
and provided local businesses and service
groups the opportunity to showcase products
and services that promote and facilitate crime
prevention, personal safety and security.
Over 40 vendors participated in the trade show,
which also featured a presentation by Bryan
Baeumler, a popular home-improvement expert
and television celebrity.
Police and community groups presented on a
number of important crime prevention topics,
including identity theft, fraud and credit card
fraud. Officers also conducted self-defence and
personal safety demonstrations.
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DIVERSITY AND CULTURAL
RESOURCES BUREAU
9350 YONGE STREET, RICHMOND HILL
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COMMUNITY OUTREACH NETS RESULTS
York Regional Police is deeply committed to
building strong community relationships and
we have found that by encouraging honest
and practical discussion, community members
themselves can play a strong role in our goal of
keeping our communities safe.
Following the outstanding success of the
first York Regional Police breakfast meeting,
facilitated by the Diversity and Cultural
Resources Bureau in 2008, members of that unit
and the York Regional Police senior command
participated in a series of breakfast meetings
throughout 2009.
Chief Armand La Barge, Deputies Bruce
Herridge and Eric Jolliffe, District Headquarters
command officers and members of the
Diversity and Cultural Resources Bureau
met with representatives from a variety of
diverse communities in 2009, including the
Afghan community, B’nai Brith, the Markham
Federation of Filipino Canadians, the Iranian
community, the Islamic Society of Markham,
the Korean community and the Hindu Temple
Society.
The meetings provided an opportunity for
police to connect with community leaders on
a personal level, building trust and establishing
partnerships that have proven to stand the
test of time. They help improve how we
communicate with all our communities and
give community members an outlet to relay
concerns, neighbourhood issues and cultural
information that only improve the quality of the
policing services we deliver daily.
During a breakfast meeting with the Hindu
Temple Society, for example, a society executive
raised concerns about pedestrian and traffic
Inspector Ricky Veerappan
DIVERSITY QUICK FACTS
The Diversity and Cultural Resources Bureau is
comprised of five individuals led by Inspector
Ricky Veerappan. They are tasked with building
bridges in diverse communities, educating our
members about the varying cultures in the region
and investigating incidents of reported hate crime.
In 2009, York Regional Police attended, hosted
or participated in more than 260 cultural events
throughout the region.
Bureau members also conducted 43 internal
training sessions to educate officers on the
communities they serve.
Eight York Regional Police Chaplains also belong
to this bureau. The Chaplaincy program started in
1992 with one Chaplain and has grown to include
spiritual leaders representing the largest faith
communities, including Muslim, Jewish, Baptist,
Lutheran and Catholic. Our Chaplains attend
official York Regional Police ceremonies and
presentations, but their main focus is to provide
spiritual guidance and assistance to York Regional
Police members and their families. (See photo page
51, bottom)
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safety issues his community experienced around
religious holidays. In response to this, at the
request of York Regional Police, a thorough
assessment of the area was conducted by the
Region of York transportation department staff
and video cameras were set up to record traffic
volumes for analysis with the goal of improving
safety for all road users in that neighbourhood.
The breakfast meetings have also resulted in
an increased level of police participation in a
variety of community events. In 2009, York
Regional Police was invited to participate for
the first time in the Festival of Fire hosted by
the Persian community in Richmond Hill. The
Festival of Fire celebrates Chaharshanbe Suri,
which marks the eve of the last day of the year
in the Persian calendar. Many of our members,
including Chief La Barge, were proud to take
part in this special day.
We also found the meetings increased
attendance at our own cultural events like the
annual Black History and Asian Heritage Month
celebrations.
“We have learned that spending time building
partnerships with our diverse communities
results in a stronger, more vibrant, more
inclusive community as a whole and that
benefits each and every resident of York
Region,” said Chief La Barge.
“In York Region, we have proven that despite
HATE CRIME STATISTICS
A hate crime is committed to intimidate, harm
or terrify not only a person, but the entire
group of people to which the victim belongs.
Hate crimes involve intimidation, harassment,
physical force or threat of physical force against
a person, a family or property.
York Regional Police takes pride in the strides
made in the investigation of hate-motivated
crime. We have a dedicated investigative unit
and specially trained hate crime investigators at
each District to assist officers in investigations
where hate may have played a part.
In 2009, York Regional Police officers
investigated 76 reported cases of hate-motivated
crime, a decrease of seven per cent from the
previous year. A substantial improvement was
noted in graffiti occurences, which saw a 44 per
cent reduction.
our many differences in language, in culture
and in religion, we can not only live together in
peace and harmony, we can thrive and prosper,”
he added. “That is a testament to the character
and commitment of the individuals involved in
building those bridges and we are honoured to
be a part of that process.”
Thanks and appreciation to Detective Brett Kemp for his participation as a facilitator at our Community Alliance
Forum. The event was a tremendous success thanks to Brett’s contribution and to the many diverse participants who
shared their experiences in countering hate.
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Every February, Canadians recognize the
rich history of men and women of African
descent and pay tribute to their tremendous
contribution to our country. On February 28,
2009, York Regional Police, in partnership
with LEGACY Enterprises, an organization
that promotes black history, and our valued
community groups, celebrated Black History
Month with the presentation of the 2009
LEGACY poster at the Community Safety
Village. Special guests included Jojo Chintoh,
Weyni Mengesha and Dr. Felicia Eghan. All
appear in the poster created by prominent artist
Robert Small, who was also in attendance. The
poster has been distributed across Canada and
was viewed by millions of people during Black
History Month.
CRICKET CHALLENGE PROMOTES
COMMUNITY DIALOGUE
In keeping with our commitment to building
strong community relationships, the York
Regional Police Diversity and Cultural Resources
Bureau organized cricket games with teams
of young people representing Cedarwood
Public School, Pierre Elliot Trudeau High
School and the Thornhill African Caribbean
Association. The cricket games provided a great
opportunity for community dialogue and helped
our officers better understand community
needs. “Throughout the game, the police
officers played with poise and enthusiasm,”
said Initha Subramaniam, a Grade 8 student at
Cedarwood Public School. “Their attitude and
sportsmanship was an example to all young
people. The police officers that came to our
school played with their hearts on their sleeves
and showed how easy it is to give back to their
community. They are ideal role models.”
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EXECUTIVE AND
ADMINISTRATIVE
SERVICES
Inspector
Graeme
Turl
Operational
Projects
and Investigations
Kathleen Griffin
Manager
Corporate
Communications
Inspector
Carolyn
Bishop
Executive
Officer
Bernadette
Searle
Manager
Capital Projects
Kathleen
MacDonald
Associate Counsel
Legal
Darwin
Trojan
Manager
Health and
Safety
Jason
Fraser
Counsel
Legal
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EXECUTIVE AND
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS
The seven members of the Corporate
Communications Bureau work closely with
our officers and community partners to ensure
important crime prevention and law enforcement
messages reach our citizens. Posters and
information pamphlets promoting police events
are produced by the Corporate Communications
team which is also responsible for our website,
yrp.ca. Three media relations officers provide
information to the public through our media
partners. In 2009, more than 800 media releases
were issued on criminal incidents, crime
prevention programs and community events.
CAPITAL PROJECTS
The Capital Projects Bureau is responsible for
the construction, renovation or alteration of
buildings and structures owned or leased on
behalf of York Regional Police. In 2009, ground
was broken and construction began on the new
Investigative and Support Services facility in
Aurora. Interior renovations at #1, #4 and #5
Districts were also completed.
PLANNING AND RESEARCH
The seven members of the Planning and
Research Bureau conducted a comprehensive
Business and Industry Survey in 2009. Surveys
sent to 5,900 businesses and institutions across
York Region asked for feedback on policing
services, future policing priorities and crime
trends. These results, along with extensive
community consultation, will help members
produce and implement the 2011-2013 York
Regional Police Business Plan. Members are also
responsible for strategic and operational planning,
organizational effectiveness and the analysis of
crime-related statistics.
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QUALITY ASSURANCE BUREAU
The seven sworn and one civilian member of the
Quality Assurance Bureau review and manage
internal Command Directives and Regulations,
which govern York Regional Police members.
Members of the bureau also conduct internal
audits to ensure compliance, efficiency and equity.
In 2009, the bureau conducted 16 internal audits
– a 128 per cent increase over 2008 – and updated
or created more than 30 procedures and 90
official forms.
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
The Occupational Health and Safety Bureau,
which grew from one to four members in 2009,
promotes a safe and healthy work environment
by reducing the impact of workplace injuries,
illnesses or impairments. In 2009, the bureau
coordinated an H1N1 virus crisis response,
conducted a musculoskeletal vehicle discomfort
study of officers operating patrol vehicles and
ensured compliance with the Accessibility for
Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA) customer
service standard.
LEGAL SERVICES
The eight members of Legal Services manage
the risk and liability of York Regional Police
by providing expertise and advice on legal
issues to the Chief of Police and members of
the organization. Legal Services members act
as a liaison with the Crown Attorney’s Office
and other legal agencies. The Freedom of
Information Unit also falls under Legal Services,
and in 2009, received 2,085 formal and informal
requests for information.
OPERATIONAL PROJECTS AND
INVESTIGATIONS
This one-officer unit investigates incidents
referred to York Regional Police from other
police agencies across Ontario.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
The 40 members of the Financial Services
team, led by Manager Mark Holland (centre)
and Assistant Managers Jeff Channell and
Janice Follwell, provide support in the areas of
accounting, budget, paid duty administration,
alarms, facilities management, fleet and
purchasing. In 2009, the team acquired licensing
for new software for fleet management,
inventory control and facilities management
to improve workflow. An additional assistant
manager position was created in 2009 to lead the
purchasing, fleet and facilities groups.
COURT SERVICES
Superintendent Bill Faulkner and Inspector Bill
Sadler (pictured) oversee the Court Services
Bureau, whose 89 members manage three court
locations in York Region - the Ontario Court
of Justice in Newmarket and two Traffic Courts
located in Newmarket and Richmond Hill. Court
Services members focused on streamlining
systems in 2009 as part of the provincial Justice
on Target team aimed at reducing the number
of court appearances by accused persons by
one-third. Improved workflow and greater
accountability have increased efficiencies in the
court locations.
DUTY OFFICE
York Regional Police provides 24-hour field
command through the efforts of eight duty
inspectors. The Duty office increased its staff
from six to eight in 2009 to ensure consistent
police visibility. Inspectors Chris Bullen, Doug
Conley (pictured), Graham Beverly, Keith Merith,
Gary Miner, Fred Moffatt, Steve Seabrooke
and Bruce West are trained in critical incident
command, crisis intervention, major incident
response, media relations and basic emergency
management. The Duty Office reports to the
Deputy Chief of Operations.
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STAFF SERVICES
17250 Yonge Street, Newmarket
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RECRUITING WITH A VISION
The 11 members of the Uniform Recruiting
Unit, which falls under the Professional
Development Bureau, are committed to
recruiting the very best candidates as potential
York Regional Police officers. In 2009, several
innovative programs were initiated to ensure
our organization is well-positioned in today’s
competitive marketplace.
We enhanced our Recruiting with a Vision
strategy with new outreach programs that
include delivering information sessions within
our diverse communities in multiple languages.
The new Community Recruiting Advisory
Committee was formed to engage community
leaders in the recruiting process, which has
resulted in an amazing 67 per cent increase in
applications from our diverse communities.
The Outreach Coordinator, a new position
created in 2009, is tasked with planning
outreach events, as well as the marketing and
advertising of recruitment initiatives. In 2009,
the Uniform Recruiting Unit conducted more
than 20 Employment Information Sessions,
attended 25 job fairs and 38 special events.
Dedicating a full-time member to simplify the
hiring process for experienced officers resulted
in the hiring of 20 experienced officers in
2009, a 50 per cent increase from 2008.
In 2009, members of the Uniform Recruiting
Unit processed 1,177 applications, hiring
70 new officers who speak more than 20
languages including Cantonese, Mandarin,
Arabic, Russian and Hebrew.
We are very proud of the diversity level within
York Regional Police, which has risen from six
per cent in 1999 to 15.6 per cent in 2009.
Inspector André Crawford, Superintendent Tom
Carrique, Inspector Mark Grant,
Manager Gilda Sutton, Assistant Managers
Julie Mazzotta and Glenn Asselin
STAFF SERVICES QUICK FACTS
Superintendent Tom Carrique leads the 45 sworn
and civilian members of the Staff Services Bureau,
which includes the Professional Development
Bureau, led by Inspector Mark Grant, the Human
Resources Bureau, led by Manager Gilda Sutton
and the Training and Education Bureau, led by
Inspector André Crawford.
The Professional Development Bureau includes
Uniform Recruiting, Staff Development and
Cadets-in-Training.
Our Human Resource professionals, including
those in the Civilian Recruiting Unit, engage our
members through innovative programs and are
committed to promoting professional growth and
excellence.
The Training and Education Bureau delivers
ongoing academic, technology and skills
development to ensure our officers are among the
most highly trained in the province.
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TRAINING AND EDUCATION BUREAU
The team of 28 sworn and 12 civilian
members assigned to the Training and
Education Bureau provide ongoing education
to all members of York Regional Police.
In 2009, Training and Education Bureau staff
continued to maximize the capabilities of our
members through training and educational
opportunities, both internally and externally.
Internally, Training and Education Bureau
members provided 55,446 hours of
provincially-mandated requalification training
to our officers and 28,670 hours of recruit
training.
Through our e-learning initiatives, our
members invested 138,984 hours studying
topics including Hate Crime Awareness,
Fraud Investigation, Emergency First
Aid/CPR Training for Police and Suspect
Apprehension Pursuits.
In addition, the five officers assigned to the
newly developed Police Vehicle Operations
Unit provided vehicle-related training to
new recruits using a state of the art driving
simulator – the Patrol Sym V.
York Regional Police is the only police
service in Ontario to acquire the advanced
equipment.
Officers are subject to a variety of scenarios
and instructors evaluate their response
by later viewing them on a wall-mounted
monitor.
In future, York Regional Police will use the
simulator to conduct drivers’ skills testing for
police constable applicants.
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As part of the York Regional Police
commitment to continuing education,
members spent 47,104 hours upgrading their
skills through external programs held at the
Ontario Police College and 8,928 hours of
training at the Canadian Police College.
The Police Services Board continues to
strongly support our members, providing
close to $30,000 in funding for selfinitiated
training at community colleges and
universities.
HUMAN RESOURCES BUREAU
The 17-member Human Resources Bureau
was responsible for the implementation of
several innovative strategies for the Civilian
Recruiting Unit in 2009. A more streamlined
process enabled the Compensation and
Benefits Unit and the Health and Wellness
Unit to provide a high level of service to
our members. York Regional Police has also
partnered with the Canadian Association of
Community Living to hire two persons with
intellectual disabilities who remain as valued
York Regional Police employees.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
BUREAU
The Professional Development Bureau
includes the Uniform Recruiting Unit,
the Staff Development Unit and, new in
2009, the Background Check Unit. The
Staff Development Unit processed 63 job
postings, which filled 96 constable positions
and facilitated five promotional opportunities
for the organization, which resulted in 35
officer promotions in 2009. Members of
this unit also coordinated the selection of 24
York Regional Police officers to serve as part
of the 6,000 member security team for the
Vancouver 2010 Olympics.
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INFORMATION
SERVICES
17250 Yonge Street, Newmarket
Inspector
Terry
Creighton
Information
Services
Ron Huber
Manager
Information
Technology
Nick
Mohamed
Assistant
Manager
Information
Technology
Lise
Brisson
Manager
Information
Management
Martin
McCulloch
Assistant Manager
Technical Support
Superintendent
Rick Finn
Information
Services
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INFORMATION SERVICES
Information Services is comprised of a
team of 232 uniform and civilian members
assigned to three bureaus: Information
Management, Communications and
Information Technology.
The 66 civilian members of Information
Management are responsible for the
collection, maintenance and dissemination
of information in compliance with federal
and provincial legislation and York Regional
Police Policies and Procedures.
In 2009, staff at our Richmond Hill and
Newmarket customer service locations
conducted 23,351 Criminal Background
checks, 22,867 Vulnerable Sector Screening
checks and processed 11,755 motor vehicle
collision and incident summary reports.
To better meet customer needs, we offer
extended hours, including Saturdays, at our
Richmond Hill location. In addition, crime
prevention and personal safety information is
available at both customer service locations.
Improving our response to customer requests
remained a priority for York Regional Police.
The user-friendly online reporting option,
new in 2009 on our website at yrp.ca, enabled
citizens to report Damage to Vehicle, Theft
under $10,000, Identity Theft, Lost Property,
Theft from Vehicle and Mischief or Damage
to Property.
York Regional Police received 7,213 online
reports in 2009, representing an increase of
78.8 per cent over 2008.
Online services are offered in multiple
languages, including Chinese, Farsi, Italian
and Russian.
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COMMUNICATIONS
The 98 members of our Communications
Bureau are responsible for the prompt
response to 24-hour emergency and nonemergency
calls for service. Communications
staff are often the first point of contact for
citizens in need of emergency assistance.
In 2009, staff handled 210,322 emergency
9-1-1 calls and 409,769 non-emergency calls.
On August 20, 2009, during the tornado
touchdowns in York Region, more than
1,100 emergency 9-1-1 calls and 1,300
non-emergency calls were handled by busy
Communications staff during a 12-hour
period of time.
The Communications Centre also hosted
several visits, including the Canadian Society
for the Hearing Impaired, the 3 rd Aurora
Scouts and Grade 9 students taking part in
Take Your Kids to Work Day.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The 35 civilian members of Information
Technology are responsible for maximizing
access to electronic information and
providing technology support. In 2009, IT
responded to 25,852 internal calls for support
and implemented several major applications
for both internal and external clients.
These new systems included two-factor
authentication to comply with RCMP security
regulations, an electronic forms system to
replace the paper duty exception forms
as part of our Greening Strategy and the
implemention of a computer-aided dispatch
system for our partners at the Richmond Hill
Fire Department and the Vaughan Fire and
Rescue Service. Overall, 117 projects were
completed by IT during 2009.
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BUSINESS PLAN
AND STATISTICS
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BUSINESS PLANNING
After extensive consultation with residents, businesses, school boards, local and regional councils
and community and faith groups, York Regional Police produces successive three-year business
plans, which outline our organizational direction and policing priorities. Building on past successes
and incorporating new technologies and community partnerships, achieving the goals laid out in our
Business Plans ensure our community remains among the safest in Canada.
2009 GOALS
COMMUNITY FOCUS
GOAL: To increase police visibility in our neighbourhoods
• As part of our Keeping Our Community Safe Together program, and in partnership with the
region’s municipalities, York Regional Police enhanced the Park Ambassador Program in 2009
by increasing police patrol and response – by car, bicycle and on foot – in our public recreational
spaces.
OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
Complete and Ongoing
GOAL: To ensure our programs meet the needs of York Region’s youth population
• York Regional Police hosted a Youth and Mental Health Symposium in September 2009 in
collaboration with the York Support Services Network. More than 50 participants representing
government, health and community agencies participated to better serve children and
adolescents coping with mental health issues.
Complete
• In 2009, York Regional Police acquired an accessible playground structure at the Community
Safety Village for children with disabilities.
GOAL: To maintain effective, large-scale emergency response capabilities
Complete
• Members of the York Regional Police Emergency Response Unit and Public Order Unit
continue annual joint-forces public safety response training. In February 2009, our Public Order
Unit assisted the security team in Ottawa for U.S. President Barack Obama’s visit.
Complete
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PREFERRED PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT
GOAL: To recruit and retain staff representative of our communities
• In 2009, York Regional Police hired two people with intellectual disabilities to fill positions at the
Community Safety Village and Headquarters and applications from our diverse communities
increased 67 per cent.
GOAL: To provide education, training and development opportunities to enhance the
capabilities of our members
• All members of York Regional Police received Accessible Customer Service training in 2009,
pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) customer service
standard. Accessible Customer Service Training is available to all members online.
Complete
Complete
SUPERIOR QUALITY SERVICE
GOAL: To improve communication and awareness of York Regional Police in the community
• York Regional Police was pleased to introduce online reporting to residents through our newlydesigned
website, yrp.ca, launched in 2009. Residents can now report such crimes as Damage
to Vehicle, Theft Under $10,000, Identity Theft, Lost Property, Theft from Vehicle and Mischief/
Damage to Property online and in multiple languages, including Chinese, Italian, Russian and
Farsi.
Complete
• Residents can also register their bicycle online, request a residential or commercial safety firearms
assessment under our Safe and Secure Gun program and report an aggressive driver online through
the Road Watch program.
Complete
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2009 STATISTICAL OVERVIEW
York Regional Police 2009 Cost of Policing
Wage Costs
Administrative Expense
Program Related Expense
Professional Services Expense
Occupancy Expense
Repairs and Maintenance Expense
Financial Items
Contributions to Reserves
Internal Charges
Asset Acquisitions
Budget
$189,425,100
$8,466,500
$7,192,900
$442,700
$7,876,000
$2,669,300
$4,419,300
$6,195,000
$2,307,000
$1,877,300
Actual
$189,053,630
$8,212,281
$6,352,518
$130,405
$7,979,145
$3,371,619
$4,294,030
$7,718,138
$2,034,591
$2,779,164
Total Expenditures
Total Revenues
$230,871,100
-$15,051,900
$231,925,521
-$16,498,842
Net Position
$215,819,200
$215,426,680
Performance Measures and Benchmarks
York Regional Police Five-Year Statistical Comparison
Five-Year Calls for Service
Number of Calls
Gross Cost per Capita
Member to Population
Police to Population
1000
800
786
775
759
741 741
300000
250000
242,028
224,992
227,949
239,948
242,491
600
577
577
561
544
544
200000
150000
400
200
177
188
200
214
222
100000
50000
0
2005 2006
2007
2008 2009
0
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009
The Cost per Capita represents expenditures divided by the population
of the area serviced by York Regional Police, rounded to the nearest
dollar. Members to Population counts represent the population divided
by the number of police officers and civilian staff. Police to Population
counts represent the population divided by the number of police
officers.
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Public Complaints
2008-2009
Provincial Offence
Notices-All Districts
2008 2009 Variance
08/09
140000
120000
132,236
135,589 135,879
Number of Complaints
111
116
4.5%
100000
Officers Involved
236
253
7.2%
80000
Formal Discipline
5 0 N/C*
60000
Informal Discipline
4
2
-50.0%
40000
Informal Resolution
23
34
47.8%
20000
Frivolous, Vexatious, Bad Faith
Over Six Months
7
4
7
6
0.0%
50.0%
0
2007 2008 2009
Withdrawn
Not Directly Affected
Unsubstantiated
Policy/Service
Non-jurisdictional
7
1
6
2
0
3
1
27
0
0
-57.0%
0.0%
350.0%
N/C*
0.0%
20000
15000
Reportable Motor
Vehicle Collisions
16,711
17,604
19,267
Outstanding Files
52
36
-30.8%
Review Requested
21
27
28.6%
10000
*Not calculable
5000
0
2007 2008 2009
Youth Crime
Comparison
Five-Year Pursuits
Comparison
Processed by Other Means
5000
4000
3000
2000
1000
Youths Charged
4,118 4,404
1,560 2,558
1,504 2,900
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
60
51
24
44
22
0
2008 2009
0
2005
2006
2007
2008 2009
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Selected Violations
Three-Year Trends
Major Categories
Actual Number
2007 2008 2009 Variance 08/09 %
Clearance Rate (%)
Rate Per 100,000
Population
Actual Number
Clearance Rate (%)
Rate Per 100,000
Population
Actual Number
Clearance Rate (%)
Rate Per 100,000
Population
Actual Number
Rate Per 100,000
Population
Crimes Against Persons
6,465
81.0
657.64
6,933
78.6
685.51
6,981
78.6
676.06
0.7
-1.4
Crimes Against Property
23,204
37.6
2,360.39
23,892
37.5
2,362.36
22,610
42.0
2,189.61
-5.4
-7.3
Other Criminal Code
3,919
83.8
398.65
3,849
84.7
380.58
3,397
91.9
328.97
-11.7
-13.6
Weapons Violations
628
77.9
63.88
525
77.3
51.91
444
86.7
43.00
-15.4
-17.2
Public Morals Violations
124
56.5
12.61
135
52.6
13.35
158
56.3
15.30
17.0
14.6
Total Criminal Code Violations
34,340
51.9
3,493.19
35,334
51.3
3,493.71
33,590
55.3
3,252.93
-4.9
-6.9
Drug Violations
2,782
99.0
283.00
3,097
99.6
306.22
2,906
98.6
281.42
-6.2
-8.1
Other Federal Violations
Total Criminal Code and
Federal Violations (not incl. Traffic)
303
37,425
100.0
55.8
30.82
3,807.01
260
38,691
100.0
55.5
25.71
3,825.64
313
36,809
99.4
59.1
30.31
3,564.67
20.4
-4.9
17.9
-6.8
Criminal Code Traffic Violations
2,695
60.6
274.15
2,980
65.7
294.65
4,084
43.3
395.50
37.0
34.2
Victims Services 2008-2009
On-Scene Occurrences
Victims Services 2008-2009
Telephone Crisis Call and
Office Visit Occurrences
2008 2009 Variance
08/09
2008 2009 Variance
08/09
Occurrences
320
378
18.1%
Occurrences
4,951
4,157
-16.0%
Clients Served
433
521
20.3%
Clients Served
5,998
6,107
1.8%
Female
297
389
31.0%
Female
3,915
3,364
-14.1%
Male
23
36
56.5%
Male
312
489
56.7%
Children
113 142 25.7%
Children
1,771 2,254 27.3%
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30-YEAR FIRST BAR
Superintendent Mark Tatz #390
Inspector Terry Creighton #198
Detective Sergeant Frank Taylor #58
Sergeant William Boogaard #410
Sergeant Frank Kovacs #91
Sergeant Charles McDonald #244
Sergeant Randy Orr #190
Sergeant Bisson Ramdewar #294
Sergeant Brent Trask #237
Constable Douglas Cooper #145
Constable Vincent Eagan #663
Constable Gilbert Farquhar #397
Constable Susan Harold #776
Constable Daniel Jordan #124
Constable Roger LeBuffe #126
Constable Martin Lennon #157
Constable Stephen McCullough #232
Constable Wayne McDonald #178
Constable Kevin McNabb #74
Constable Peter Messmer #491
Constable Gerald Methe #210
Constable George Rorke #199
20-YEAR MEDAL
Inspector Maria Ahrens #682
Inspector Christopher Bullen #690
Inspector Richard Crabtree #674
Detective Sergeant Krista Kempster #713
Staff Sergeant Heather Bentham #627
Staff Sergeant Michael Fleischaker #677
Staff Sergeant Shelley Rogers #625
Detective Alvaro Almeida #654
Detective Dean Anderson #707
Detective Robert Armstrong #721
Detective Richard Arnaud #617
Detective Scott Baker #653
Detective Russell Bellman #715
Detective Edward Burke #612
Detective Mark Colaris #623
Detective Brett Cole #686
Detective Henry Deruiter #668
Detective Peter Duguay #650
Detective Daniel Fowler #716
Detective William Goetz #669
Detective Claude Ibbott #720
Detective Kory Keeping #709
Detective Jim Killby #641
Detective Philip Moreau #710
Detective Stephen Morrell #676
Detective Daniel Noakes #616
Detective Todd Owens #678
Detective Christopher Palmer #920
Detective Brent Stitt #647
Detective David Thompson #717
Detective Anthony Torresan #651
Detective Vernon Ward #681
Sergeant Robert Adams #632
Sergeant Brian Ball #611
Sergeant Andrew Bell #638
Sergeant Courtney Chang #671
Sergeant Peter Cepelak #640
Sergeant Michael DeJong #666
Sergeant John Helm #655
Sergeant Timothy Kavanagh #634
Sergeant Stephen Kempster #643
Sergeant Jeffrey Lambert #680
Sergeant David Mitchell #702
Sergeant Jeffrey Nolan #648
Sergeant Mark Ruffolo #619
Sergeant Debra Shoniker #691
Sergeant Ward Taylor #615
Sergeant Christopher Walmsley #618
Constable Gino Benedetti #628
Constable John Elliott #621
Constable Shannon Ewing #629
Constable Kenneth Golding #975
Constable Richard Harakal #667
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Constable Michael Hoskin #613
Constable Carol Jennings #644
Constable Greg Johnson #675
Constable Martin Jones #656
Constable Christopher Lean #698
Constable Monica Lees #642
Constable Robert Lutz #703
Constable Terry Mansholt Buchner #689
Constable Philip Mapley #687
Constable Blaine Martin #693
Constable Karen McDowall #661
Constable Gregory McGuire #722
Constable Wayne Murphy #699
Constable Ronald Peever #696
Constable Stephan Pleskina #636
Constable Robert Purves #701
Constable Shelly Ramage #692
Constable Brian Richards #649
Constable Giuseppina Scavuzzo #664
Constable F. Benjamin Schell #670
Constable Andrew Woods #614
Constable Jeffrey Zadow #635
CIVILIAN 30-YEAR PIN
Kathleen Greig #5041
Tracy Mackay-Stewart #5015
CIVILIAN 20-YEAR PIN
Deborah Baber #5124
Lois Cooper #5228
Sharon DeLorenzi #5126
Deborah Dorken #5135
Leslie White #5152
Sandra Wilson #5140
POLICE APPRECIATION NIGHT
POLICE OFFICERS OF THE YEAR
FOR EXCELLENCE IN POLICING
Detective Sergeant James MacSween #775
Staff Sergeant Heather McVicar #522
Staff Sergeant John Southwell #67
Detective Suzanne Byrnes #1091
Detective William Goetz #669
Detective Peter Heard #517
Detective David Stilo #463
Detective Kevin Stoby #948
Detective Adam Stock #555
Sergeant Christopher Reid #415
Constable William Anderson #730
Constable Christyn Dickie #1891
Constable Gregory Godin #987
Constable Steve Galonomos #1240
Constable Chad Lee-Wing #1087
Constable Jeffrey Monk #1399
Constable James Morton #1191
Constable Giuseppe Traccitto #1319
Constable Alan Tucker #1178
Constable David Wagniere #1145
Constable Todd Woods #1256
Constable Meredith Woodland #1606
Jacqueline Kalpouzos #5177
FOR BRAVERY IN THE LINE OF DUTY
Constable Anthony Gifuni #1890
Constable Christopher Saumure #1850
FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO THE
COMMUNITY
Staff Sergeant Shelley Rogers #625
HERBERT H. CARNEGIE AWARD
Constable Donald Yirenkyi #1050
CIVILIAN RECOGNITION AWARD
Rena Passas #5416
BILL MILLER MEMORIAL WARD
Constable Scott Hill #1285
DEB YOUNG MEMORIAL AWARD
Jacqueline Kalpouzos #5177
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ROB PLUNKETT MEMORIAL TORCH
RUN AWARD
Inspector Maria Ahrens #682
Special Olympian Stephanie Smith
WILLIAM GRANT AWARD -
FOR PHYSICAL FITNESS
Constable Mandy Bambrough #1998
Constable Steven Batchelar #1932
Constable Mina Rahravan #1951
DOUGLAS TRIBBLING AWARD -
FOR LEADERSHIP
Constable Steven Batchelar #1932
Constable Natalie Chan #1928
Constable Scott Vincent #1974
THOMAS DESROCHERS AWARD -
FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
Constable Pierre-Luc Bergeron #1937
Constable Adam Patola #1964
Constable Graham Leibold #1975
WILLIAM THORPE AWARD -
FOR TRAINING EXCELLENCE
Constable Jeffery Reid #1960
THE KEITH FREEMANTLE AWARD - FOR
TRAINER EXCELLENCE
Sheryl MacPhail #5064
DOUGLAS HALL VALEDICTORIAN
AWARD - FOR LIFE-LONG LEARNING
Constable Stephanie Liddell #1980
Constable Adam Patola #1964
Constable Anna Vritsios #1925
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD
Police Auxiliary Unit - Rick Koury
Community Volunteer - Mary Raybould
Male Chorus - David Newton
Pipes and Drums - Scott Ashborne
Rovers - Stephanie Ng
Venturers - Dwight Robinson
Victim Services of York Region - Michelle Barber
2009 RETIREES
Superintendent Eugene Kerrigan #327
Superintendent Bradley Law #129
Superintendent Craig Rogers #31
Superintendent Gord Smyth #182
Inspector Michael Fleming #272
Staff Sergeant Alan Ledger #104
Staff Sergeant Bruce Ringler #193
Detective John Leppan #104
Detective Bradley Powell #187
Sergeant Kevin Cross #22
Sergeant Frank Kovacs #91
Sergeant David Morrison #248
Sergeant Ronald Tennant #128
Sergeant Brent Trask #237
Constable Andy Bakker #381
Constable Daniel Jordan #124
Constable Roger LeBuffe #126
Constable Michael Moran #92
Constable Robert Sierakowski #922
Marianne Fairclough #5148
John Hole #5476
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YORK REGIONAL POLICE CODE
OF PROFESSIONAL ETHICS
In the conduct of their services, all members of York Regional Police:
• Understand their primary responsibility is to share with the community the
responsibility for improving quality of life by safeguarding lives and property,
preventing and investigating offences and preserving peace and order.
• Are guided by the Values of the Service which include integrity, community,
respect, accountability, competence, leadership and teamwork.
• Appreciate the importance and responsibility of their positions as a symbol of
public faith, adhering to the same standards of conduct that they are bound by
duty to enforce.
• Preserve the rights and freedoms of all individuals in accordance with the
Canadian Charter of Rights and Ontario Human Rights Code.
• Faithfully administer the law in a just, impartial and reasonable manner to all
individuals, regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, gender,
age, mental or physical disability, or sexual orientation.
• Understand and encourage continuing awareness of the culturally diverse
nature of York Region, remain responsive to community issues and concerns,
and are committed to developing and enhancing community partnerships.
• Never permit personal feelings, animosities or friendships to infl uence
professional decisions and actions and refrain from accepting gratuities or
favours that may compromise them as individuals or members of York Regional
Police.
• Perform their duties within the limits of authority and recognize the importance of
consistently enhancing their level of knowledge and competence.
• Ensure good faith in all their actions and respect the confi dentiality of any
information obtained in the course of duty.
• Remain faithful in their allegiance to Canada and strive to attain excellence in the
performance of their duties.
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