june 2013 community bulletin - toronto police service · the 14 division community bulletin is...

114 Division Toronto Police Service 416 808 1400 350 Dovercourt Road Toronto ON M6J 3E3

Unit Commander Superintendent Mario Di Tommaso, O.O.M.

Uniform & Detective Operations Inspector Dave Vickers

The 14 Division Community Bulletin is produced by Constable Gordon Reid. Contributions and suggestions are submitted by other members. No suspect reported in this bulletin is necessarily guilty of any criminal offence until convicted in a court of law. For more information call 416-808-1427 or send your email to [email protected]

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As predicted, the start of summer has been as busy as expected, with investigative projects, traffic campaigns, the Summer Safety program now underway, as well as all of the many special events that take place annually within our division. 14 Division has already been the host for several events both big and small this past month. Events such as the Taste of Italy, the Portuguese Day Parade, Dundas West Festival, and the CHIN International Picnic, just to name a few. In the next few weeks we look forward to events such as the Honda Indy, The Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Parade, the Festival of Beer, along with a multitude of other events such as the Toronto FC games at BMO and the many concerts at the Molson Amphitheatre. To start off the month of June, members of the 14 Division Major Crime Unit commenced a three-week, street-level drug investigation named “Project Wanted”. Plain clothes and uniform officers from other units within 14 Division, along with additional undercover officers from other Divisions responded to the concerns of the community regarding drug dealers and users in several areas identified through our 14 Division Crime Analyst, Crime Stoppers tips, previous statistics derived through projects conducted in the past as well as information originated from reports from the Primary Response Unit. At the end of the project, 35 people were arrested, 144 charges were laid and a considerable amount of drugs and cash seized. The end of the project does not mark the end of our officers’ commitment to improve the quality of life for all persons who reside, work or conduct their legal businesses in the Division. As part of the maintenance program we have and will continue to increase uniform patrols in these areas. Officers will be conducting compliance checks of any of the arrested persons who were released on bail to ensure they are abiding by the conditions set out in their release. This effort will be augmented by members of the 14 Division Bail Compliance Unit. As the summer safety portion of the maintenance program started on June 28th we have increased officer presence during throughout various times in our priority neighbourhood. We have four designated Neighbourhood Resource Officers that have been equipped with Blackberry phones to remain in touch with members of the community. Currently, these officers are available to communicate with residents and businesses within 14 Division through email at [email protected] as well as individually by phone. We are in the process of having Twitter and Facebook accounts added to further help the community communicate with our Neighbourhood


Resource Officers through social media. It is our hope that through this type of interaction, we can achieve our mission “To keep our neighbourhoods safe”. You can reach the Neighborhood Resource Officers individually by calling PC Diogo Nunes (416)627-0533, PC Kirstan Draper (416)417-7584, PC Marcio Silva (416)388-6354 or PC Nikolaos Maicantis (416) 417-1750. June was also a busy month for campaigns. The “Students Stop Speeders” campaign took place on June 14th with Sergeant Bernie MacDonald along with 22 grade 5 & 6 students from St. Luke’s School. Together, the students and the Sergeant stopped 36 vehicles. Drivers were provided an option of a ticket or a safety message. Out of the 36 vehicles stopped, one ticket was issued for driving 73km/hr in a 40km/hr school zone. “Pixels for Pistols” was a joint campaign between Toronto Police, Henry’s and Olympus. The program encourages individuals to safely turn in firearms in exchange for an Olympus camera worth $175. This year, there were over 100 firearms and thousands of ammunition turned over and safely destroyed. On June 10th, several students from various schools within 14 Division met with representatives from Canadian Blood Services for “Blood Donor Day” in the 14 Division Community Room Blood Donor Clinic to be screened then bussed to the 163 King Street West donor location where they rolled up their sleeves to “give the gift of life”. The “Sirens for Life” Campaign started on June 28th and will be running until Sept 2. This campaign encourages those within the emergency services (EMS, TFD, TPS) to donate. On July 10 between 10am and 1pm, 14 Division will be making it possible for anyone interested to donating blood to do so. Members of the public are most certainly invited and encouraged to participate to achieve the goal of the campaign in obtaining a minimum of 1200 donations. Hope to see you there! A special thank you to Councillor Mike Layton for hosting a community meeting at Trinity Bellwoods Community Centre to address the concerns of the community regarding a variety of issues in Trinity Bellwoods Park. The meeting provided a venue for discussion of the issues and proposals for a number of solutions. Project Green Glasses has always been about public safety. It does not target Trinity Bellwoods Park specifically, but rather all green spaces in 14 Division. It does not crack down on “drinking in the park”, but rather supports the City of Toronto Parks Department Zero Tolerance Policy on drinking in all parks. Further, Project Green Glasses, targets offences under the Criminal Code, the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, the Trespass to Property Act, the Liquor Licence Act, and City of Toronto Bylaws. The


feedback provided by the community was most helpful and garnered much media attention. At the end of the day, this Service wants to ensure a safe environment for all citizens to use our parks in compliance with the law.

Mario Di Tommaso, O.O.M. Superintendent 14 Division


MESSAGE FROM Catherine White Traffic Sergeant 14 DIVISION

School is out, graduations are over and the heat of summer is on. You are ready for a summer road trip and have your suntan lotion on and a cooler picnic packed for the family. Or maybe you are stuck in stop-and-go rush hour traffic, but with waves of heat bouncing off the asphalt. A few hours of preparation now might save you from hours stuck on the side of the road, a big repair bill and a ruined vacation. Whether you have prearranged travel plans or a last minute road trip in mind, here are some summer travel tips to ensure you arrive alive. Plan Your Trip Plan, map and estimate the duration of your driving ahead of time and let others know your plans. You can estimate the cost of gas for your trip at http://fuelcostcalculator.aaa.com/ Expect to encounter roadwork, delays & detours – ‘Slow for the Cone Zone’ Check road conditions, including possible road closures. Visit http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/traveller/trip/map.shtml?ll=43.696424,-79.459648&z=10 for real time highway conditions. Prepare Your Vehicle Check the tires, including the spare – proper inflation and good tread can save money, time and lives. Inspect the engine, battery, hoses, belts and fluids for wear and proper levels. Check the A/C. Do a “once around” – test all the lights, wipers and clean the windows (inside and out) If you’re not sure of what to do, consider a quick inspection by a qualified technician. A few dollars up front can mean peace of mind and safe arrivals, as well as no costly on-the-road repairs and trip interruptions. Prepare an Emergency Roadside Kit, including jumper cables, a flashlight and plenty of bottled water. For a complete list, visit http://caaneo.ca/about/blog/?p=2362 Safety First and Always


Buckle Up. Every Trip. Every Time. It’s The Law, Driver — fail to properly wear seat belt, H.T.A. 106 (2) $200.00. The set fine for passengers is the same as the driver. If you have a flat tire, engine problems or a fender bender, drive out of traffic lanes and off the highway if possible – freeway shoulders are not safe for repair work. Remember that long trips can be particularly tough on your kids, especially in the heat – pack plenty of snacks and cold drinks for the road (consider freezing juice boxes or water bottles overnight). Use books, toys, DVDs and video games to keep children occupied and the driver focused. Keep children 12 and under in the back seat – it’s the safest place. Stopping along the drive gives everyone a chance to stretch and makes the trip easier. If you have a fussy baby, do not take them out of their car seat while driving to soothe or provide a bottle. If your child needs that level of attention, pull over in a safe place, such as a rest stop. Always plan ahead, use a Designated Sober Driver. If you see drunk or dangerous drivers, it is legal and encouraged for you to call 911. Clues can help motorists detect a drunk driver: excessive weaving or swerving, especially in and out of the lane; traveling at speeds much slower than the flow of traffic; braking erratically or stopping in the lane; sudden stops for signal lights and slow starts once they change; remaining at the signal lights after they turn green; making wide turns and/or cutting the corner striking the curb. Focus on the Road Don’t text or talk on your cell phone while driving. If you need to make a call, check road or weather conditions or respond to a text, wait until you stop in safe place, such as a rest stop or parking lot. Don’t program your mobile GPS while you are driving. Either have a passenger do it or stop in a safe place. Share the driving with other passengers to avoid fatigue. Rest – driving while drowsy can be fatal. Even a 20 minute nap can do wonders. Schedule your trip to allow for frequent breaks. Take time to pull over at rest stops to stretch your legs and focus your head. Stop for food or beverages. Avoid eating while driving.


Never Leave a Child Alone In a Car - Not Even For a Minute Never leave a child unattended in a vehicle, even with the window slightly open. An outside temperature of 101 degrees can easily result in an interior temperature of 140 degrees. If you see a child unattended in a hot vehicle, call 911. EMS professionals are trained to determine if a child is in trouble. S.P.A.C.E. to Cycle Traffic Campaign (TSV) During the campaign, 14 Division Officers focused their efforts on encouraging safe cycling as a practical mode of transportation. Education & enforcement of cycling offences as well as motorists whose actions endanger the lives of cyclists. Campaign Results, Monday June 24th to Sunday June 30th:

356 Provincial Offences Tickets issued

115 Cautions given Overall City results for comparison will be available in next bulletin. R.I.D.E. Update: Impaired Driving Enforcement continues to be one of 14 Division’s top priorities. We are regularly conducting R.I.D.E. spot checks to combat drinking and driving. To date, 14 Division has conducted 70 R.I.D.E. spot-checks.

Vehicles Stopped: 6,723 Total Test: 167 Pass Test: 133 Warn Test: 25 Fail Test: 9 Refused Roadside: 0 Charged: 9

Remember, Road Safety Starts with You. Catherine Catherine White #229 Traffic Response Unit Sergeant 14 Division 416-808-1424 Business 416-808-1402 Fax [email protected]


A man faces 13 Criminal charges in a Robbery Investigation.

BLOOR STREET WEST AND DUFFERIN STREET - It is alleged that between May 19, 2013 and June 1, 2013, the male attended five convenience stores, in the Bloor Street West and Dufferin Street area, Toronto. He approached the attendant and made a verbal demand for money and on three occasions he produced a large butcher style knife. Members of the 14 Major Crime Unit had been assisting the Hold Up Squad in attempting to locate the male, responsible for the five convenience store robberies in 14 and 53 Divisions. On Wednesday, June 5, 2013, police arrested a man in connection with the series of retail robberies in the west end of Toronto. The male was investigated and held pending a show cause hearing at Old City Hall.


Damon SHAHIDI , 33 years, of Toronto, has been charged with Robbery x5, Disguise with intent x3, Weapon’s Dangerous x4 and Possession of Cocaine. Seized: 1/ Cothing 2/ Crack Cocaine under 1 gram Arresting Officers: 14 M.C.U. and Hold Up Squad


CRIME PREVENTION BULLETIN:

Summer Safety for Kids

For many families, the school year is over, and summer activities are well underway. Because children are not attending classes throughout the week now, many children will have a great deal of free time. We know that for several families, some of that free time may be unsupervised. Over the typical summer break, there will be numerous opportunities for those children to grow and mature. We encourage parents and caregivers to take some extra time now to speak with children about matters that will deal specifically with a child’s physical and emotional safety. AT HOME Here is a list of things to consider regarding issues which might present themselves at your residence. Every family needs to weigh these factors carefully, and know how these factors might relate to the unique circumstances of your family. Some things that might influence your decision will be your child’s age, maturity level, ability to rationalize choices, and their opportunities for recreational activities.

• Does your child know if, or when, they are allowed to answer the door for a stranger if a parent is not home? It may be best if children do not answer the door without a parent home.

• Do kids have free access to the internet or gaming systems in the home? Are parental controls in place on the computer when applicable? The internet can be a dangerous place.

• Are weapons and other dangerous items properly stored so children will not be tempted to play with such items? Have you discussed rules specific to these dangerous items?


• Are the children allowed outside when adults are not home? Is the yard a safe place to play? Is the family pool secure? Is pool access limited by a cover, locked gate, or fence?

• Do children know who they are to call if there is an emergency? Are they able to quickly reach you at work if there is a problem? Consider making a “Calling-Tree” listing other contacts.

• Discuss the rules about what kind of cooking or food preparation is allowed at the residence.

• Have children use the phone answering machine to screen calls. If they are allowed to answer the phone, make sure they do not tell a stranger that they are home alone.

• Make sure smoke detectors are working, and that children know what to do if a smoke detector is activated.

AWAY FROM HOME

• If children are allowed to leave the neighborhood to visit a friend or go to the park, discuss the rules about the limits on where they can go. Decide when they must communicate their intentions, destinations, and times for arrival or departure.

• If children are allowed to leave the home, can they secure the residence when they leave, and then safely return and enter the home when needed? Carrying a house key can be a big responsibility.

• Know the route your child will take to and from a given location. Remind your child never to take a shortcut or deviate from the agreed-upon route.

• If your children come home and discover a broken or damaged window or door, make sure they know not to enter. Have them contact the police or a trusted neighbor.

• Have you discussed general safety guideline when it comes to riding a bicycle? Are your kids wearing a helmet, and do they know basic rules of the road when it comes to crossing an intersection or riding alongside other vehicles?

• Do your children know what to do if they are approached by a stranger? Would they accept a gift from a stranger? Would they help the stranger look for a lost puppy? Would they accept a ride from someone in a vehicle if they were walking? Have these discussions early.

• Do not assume your children know the answers to all these questions. Do not assume that just because they heard it once, that it will be followed exactly every time. Many of these lessons must be repeated to reinforce the desired behavior.


GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS

• Establish rules for using the Internet. Children should have adult supervision when online. Make sure your child knows to never give out personal information on the Internet.

• Take the time to discuss general first aid with your children. Do not allow them to take medication without consulting with you first.

• Make sure they know how and when to call 911 for an emergency. • Post a list of phone numbers for emergency personnel, family members,

and trusted neighbours. • As soon as possible, begin to teach children their full name, address, and

phone number. They should also know your name as well. If a child is lost at the mall for example, knowing that information will allow you to be reunited with your child much sooner.

• If you are picking up your child at a certain time or predetermined location, and you cannot get there as planned, have you discussed contingency plans?

Communication with our children is the most important link in helping ensure their safety. Remember that they will emulate your behaviour, so practice the desired safe behaviours in front of your children to help reinforce the expected performance. Parents are a child’s primary role model. Who Should You Call? - If you know a crime is happening call 9-1-1. - If you see suspicious activity call 416-808-2222. - If you wish to report what you suspect is a drug dealing problem in your neighbourhood, call the Community Response Unit at 416-808-1469. You can also call or attend 14 Division Station, 350 Dovercourt Road, Toronto, 416-808-1400. - If you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). - Remember be as specific as you can.

CRIME PREVENTION – A SHARED RESPONSIBILITY All crimes should be reported to the police immediately, even if it is only an attempt. Hesitate only long enough to ensure your safety. Crime cannot be controlled or prevented if it is not reported. By reporting crimes and suspicious activities you can protect yourself and others. Confrontation with suspicious


people or suspected criminals is not recommended. Remember your safety is paramount. If a crime has occurred, do not touch anything or clean up until the police have inspected it for evidence.

Become the best witness possible by noticing details about the suspect, mannerism, age, height, weight and appearance; compare them to yourself or people you know.

Memorize tattoos, scars or prominent features. Note clothing worn but keep in mind that outer clothing can be changed. Vehicle licence number, make, model, colour and number of doors. Call police immediately! Hesitate long enough to ensure your own safety.

Help us help you. Opening your eyes to your surroundings can mean closing your neighbourhood to crime. To obtain brochures or further information, please contact P.C. Gord Reid, 14 Crime Prevention at 416-808-1427 or email to: [email protected] Remember, trust your instincts!

Be Alert Be aware Be prepared

Call 9-1-1 for emergency service - Fire, crime in progress or medical emergency.

Toronto Police Service Non-emergency number (to report the crime) 416-808-2222 (Interpretations are available in over 140 languages)


RED – Assaults, PURPLE – Commercial B&E, BLUE – Residential B&E, BLACK – Robberies, GREEN – Theft from Vehicle, YELLOW (YELLOW) – Theft of Vehicle. Info via 14 Crime Analyst, P.C. L. McCann #5253.


AUXILIARY POLICE REPORTING:

COMMUNITY BULLETIN – AUXILIARY PROGRAM

Our Auxiliary Program in 14 Division consists of 20 active members volunteering service hours and working closely not only with our uniformed PC’s at multiple global venues but also participating in the many divisional programs offered. With the recent promotion in his personal career, Auxiliary Sergeant Ed Dvernechuk has moved on from 14 Division. We would like to wish Auxiliary Sergeant Ed Dvernechuk continued success in his new endeavour. Auxiliary Sergeant Alex Del Duca will partner with Auxiliary P.C. Rob Hara and Paul Brykczynski who will assist with the administration of the Auxiliary program. Together they will lead the troops ensuring we continue to contribute to the successes already shown. Did you know…Each of our Auxiliary Members is required to complete a minimum of 150 hours over the course of a calendar year? Last year our Auxiliary Members collectively volunteered a total of 4,934 hours. It may not seem like you see a lot of them but they are out there volunteering their services in many ways through divisional and global details throughout the year. With the new Auxiliary bike team, as well as all of the new initiatives created by the Community Response Unit and Crime Prevention Officer Reid, you should start to see a lot more of our volunteers helping out with divisional details. 14 Division, Auxiliary To join or if you require additional information regarding the Auxiliary Program please visit our website at www.torontopolice.on.ca and go to the Careers tab.


TPS Bicycle Registration Form: The 14 Division Management Team urges bike owners to register their bikes for free and make it easier to return your bike to you. https://webapp1.torontopolice.on.ca/BicycleRegistry/Submit

Home Safety for Children http://www.torontoems.ca/main-site/careers/safety-tips/children-at-home.html Internet Safety and Youth http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/is-si/index-eng.htm http://www.bewebaware.ca/english/default.aspx (Kids, teens, families) http://kids.getnetwise.org/safetyguide/ (Family, teens, kids) Kids Safety Zone http://www.torontopolice.on.ca/safetyzone/ http://www.safetyinfo.ca CPAT (Crime Prevention Association of Toronto) http://cpatoronto.org/home/ Membership application: http://cpatoronto.org/home/membership/membership Neighbourhood Watch 416-225-1102 (CPAT) http://cpatoronto.org/home/programs/neighbourhood-watch 14 Community Alert Sign Up (Follow directions and select the mailing lists you wish to receive) https://secure.torontopolice.on.ca/tpsml/ Toronto Crime Stoppers (anonymous) - Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and do not trace IP addresses. www.222tips.com Talk: 416-222-TIPS, 416-222-8477 or 1-800-222TIPS http://youtube.com/user/1800222TIPS Text: TOR and your tip to CRIMES (274637) Type: Submit a Tip Online at (English), https://www.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=312


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P.C. Gord Reid #1703 14 Crime Prevention 416-808-1427 Twitter: @TPS14, https://www.twitter.com/TPS14 Facebook page: 14 Division Toronto Police, https://www.facebook.com/TPS14

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CPLC REPORTING:

Our Common Vision: “Successful! Vibrant! 14Division” The CPLC is on Summer Hiatus at this time and will return in September, 2013. Thank you, Cathy Byrd CPLC Co-Chair

Link to donate or to find out more about the Scholarship: http://www.scaddingcourt.org/cplc_community_safety_scholarship

The C.P.L.C. holds monthly meetings and consists of volunteers from various walks of life. Officers of all ranks from 14 Division also participate. Volunteers donate significant portions of their free time towards Committee functions. For more information on the C.P.L.C. contact CRU Clerk Reta Seymore at 416-808-1437


YOUTH CPLC REPORTING:

YOUTH

The YCPLC is on Summer Hiatus and will return again in September, 2013. If you under the age of 18 and live, attend school, or one of our many community

centres in 14 Division and wish to join the committee, please contact me. You can also drop us a line if you have any ideas or suggestions. [email protected] Lucy Co-Chair 14 Division YCPLC


SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD: The Toronto Police Service invites applications for the position of School Crossing Guard to work at one of our Divisions throughout the City. You can contact 14 Division at: 14 Division – 350 Dovercourt Road,

Toronto, ON M6J 3E3 (416) 808-1417

Your main duty is to safely cross all school-aged children up to and including grade 6. As a courtesy, you may assist older children, adults, elderly, the disabled or any other person you feel would benefit from your assistance. We invite you to apply in person at one of the Divisions listed above. As well, for any additional information, please call the Division that is closest to your home address. The salary for this position is $11.67 per hour with 12% Traveling Allowance and 4% Vacation Pay. Note: All applicants must pass a vision test.

All applicants must provide a Certificate of Fitness from their family

physician confirming that they are physically fit to carry out the duties of a Crossing Guard.

Must not have been convicted of a criminal offence for which a pardon has

not been obtained. If a pardon was obtained, proof of pardon must be provided. If a conditional or absolute discharge has been received, proof that the RCMP has sealed the records must be provided.

A security check will be conducted.


Our officers are very involved in our neighbourhoods. Here are a few of the activities they have participated in: On June 1, members of KA platoon attended the following: -190 Princess Blvd in the CNE grounds and assist with a fund raiser for Sick Kids Foundation. A large number of citizens attended this worthy cause and participated in silent auctions for items. All proceeds were donated to the foundation. -Niagara Street Public School and participated in a fund raiser for the school. Approximately 150 participants from the neighbourhood were present and enjoyed a day of festivities. Officers enjoyed ice cream snacks and freezies with neighbourhood children at the Fund Raiser/Spring Fling. -Coronation Park for the ‘Canoe Heads for Kids’ event which was organized by Amici Camping Charity. -Pickering Dragon Boat Festival – Challenge held at Marilyn Bell Park. Officers patrolled the area and spoke with the participants and patrons during the event. On June 2, members of KA platoon attended 1130 Dupont Street West for the Portuguese Civic Association spiritual parade. Officers assisted the approximate 200 members with traffic points along the parade route. Further that, members of KA platoon attended the Pierre Elliot Trudeau School for a fundraiser to raise money for under privileged children. Further that, members of KC platoon attended 722 College Street to aid in traffic control and crowd control. At this location was the inauguration of the Portuguese Canadian Walk of Fame. There were approximately 300 people in attendance for the event. On June 4, members of 14 School Watch Officers attended a Community meeting with members of the YCPLC held in 14 Division Community Room. Approximately 20 people attended the meeting. On June 6, members of KD platoon attended a BIA meeting for the Liberty Village area in regards to a street festival they are having in the near future.

From P.C. Gord Reid --Crime Prevention


Further that, PC Draper and Maicantis, Neighbourhood Resource Officers (NRO), attended the Alexander Park Community Safety Team Meeting held at Scadding Court Community Centre, 707 Dundas Street West, Toronto. Further that, P.C. Reid attended the Parkdale Problem Properties meeting held at May Robinson Apartment Auditorium, 20 West Lodge Avenue. Community concerns were discussed during the meeting chaired by Councillor Gord Perks and attended by Parkdale Resident Association, AGCO, Municipal Licensing & Standards, Public Health and 11 Division CRU.

On June 10, 14 School Watch coordinated a Blood Drive held at 14 Division, 350 Dovercourt Road, Toronto. Secondary Schools within 14 Division had some students from each school attend and donate blood. The students were pre-screened at 14 station and bussed off site to provide their blood donation. Pizza and prizes were available for the participating students.

On June 11, members of KB platoon attended a BIA Board meeting and met with business owners. Owners expressed concerns in regards to the amount of noise, disturbances and intoxicated people on Queen St W, from Gladstone Ave to Dovercourt Rd. during weekend nights. Members recorded their concerns and provided suggestions and advices. Business owners were extremely pleased with what police have done so far and wished for continued police patrols in the area. On June 17, members of KA platoon attended a community meeting located at St. Anne's Church. The meeting was in regards to the use of the parking lot located on church property for illegal activity during the evening hours. Officer's engaged in an open forum and provided feedback on how to deal with their concerns in the future. PC Reid will arrange in the future to assist with a safety audit of the parking lot area.


On June 18, Supt. Di Tommaso, Insp. Vickers, A/S/Sgt White, P.C. Reid, and CRU Clerk Graham attended the monthly CPLC meeting held at 14 Division, Community Room. There were approximately 22 CPLC members in attendance for the meeting. An update was provided by Supt. Di Tommaso on Divisional matters. PC Laurie McCann gave an update on the monthly statistical

changes. D/Sgt Kelly provided an update on crime management issues. Cathy Byrd updated the members on C.P.L.C. business. Brian Burchill updated on the success of the 14 Division Youth Scholarship. Community updates, issues and concerns were also discussed as a round table.

On June 20, PC Bowers, Schippke and Hurley attended the Native Nations School Pow Wow at the Bala Avenue Community School, 6 Bala Avenue, Toronto to participate in the days celebrations with students, teachers & families.

On June 26 P.C. Reid attended Bickford Centre LINC-ESl class at 777 Bloor Street West, Toronto. The officer conducted a presentation to new comers on Intro to Toronto Police Service, their rights and personal Safety. There were 20 students in attendance for each date.


On June 28, PC Saffioti and De Caire attended 427 Bloor Street West for a community meeting with the staff at Trinity St. Paul's Church. The Staff do outreach work with the local homeless/street people and had some safety concerns. Officers offered some recommendations in relation to personal safety and staff working as a team. Local community issues were also discussed and further recommendations were made and ongoing follow-up by the CRU.


COMMUNITY CALENDAR, JULY 2013: Here is a list of activities for the upcoming month.

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10 ‘Sirens for Life’ launch 10am – 1pm at 14 Division. Public welcome to donate blood. http://on.fb.me/1cZ8fA7

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