Peel Police Foundation to Help Address Critical Community Issues

Region of Peel – The Peel Police Foundation has officially launched – a new nonprofit organization that will raise charitable funds to support community partners in their efforts to address the critical needs of Peel Region.

The foundation will work closely with community partners to expand programs and services to better respond to issues like mental health, addiction, homelessness, youth engagement, and intimate partner violence.

“The region is growing rapidly, and many organizations are struggling to keep up and help those who need it the most,” said Catherine Murray, Chair of the Peel Police Foundation. “The foundation is an opportunity to provide another layer of support for our communities to help address the issues they continue to face each and every day.”

The foundation is a direct response to address the issues which Peel Police sees within the community. In this growing region, many community organizations and partners do not have the funding and support to meet increasing demands. Guided by the Community Safety and Well-Being framework, the foundation will support innovative public-police solutions to address societal challenges.

"The Peel Police Foundation will further our commitment to multi-sector initiatives to enhance public safety and bridge the visible gaps in funding impacting our communities,” said Peel Regional Police Chief Nishan Duraiappah.

The foundation will be managed by a volunteer Board of Directors and led by the Chair, Catherine Murray – a former senior anchor and host of BNN Bloomberg, who has extensive experience in institutional sales, trading and equity research. Catherine is also a highly sought-after speaker and moderator, who has continuously made deep connections and contributions to the communities of Peel. 

To learn more and get involved, please visit www.peelpolicefoundation.ca.

For media inquiries, please contact the on-duty Media Relations Officer at 905-453-2121, extension 4027.

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