It may have been cold and wet but policing is 24/7, so we welcomed the public to our annual Police Week Open House at the Community Safety Village on May 14. The event kicked off 2016 Police Week, which runs from May 15 to 21.
More than 1,500 citizens were glad they braved the rain and wind as they talked to members of YRP to learn about policing. The fun-filled day included demonstrations and exhibits from various units including Canine, Emergency Response, Traffic Services, Crime Prevention and Recruiting, with everyone getting a chance to talk to their local officers. Community partners from York Region EMS, York Region Fire Services, Road Watch, Crime Stoppers and Canadian Tire Jumpstart were also on hand to talk to the community about their programs.
For anyone who didn’t get a chance to come to the Open House, don’t worry. Our five York Regional district locations will be open to the public for tours this week in celebration of Police Week. Visit your local District on one of the days listed:
#1 District, 240 Prospect Street, Newmarket
Monday, May 16 and Wednesday, May 18, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
#2 District, 171 Major Mackenzie Drive West, Richmond Hill
Wednesday, May 18, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
#3 District, 3527 Baseline Road, Sutton
Monday, May 16 and Wednesday, May 18, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
#4 District, 2700 Rutherford Road, Vaughan
Wednesday, May 18, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
#5 District, 8700 McCowan Road, Markham
Monday, May 16 through to Thursday, May 19, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
For more information and a complete list of activities and events during Police Week, please contact Community Services at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6709.
