Peel Regional Police Collaborates with Sheridan College for the 2025 Youth in Policing Initiative
Region of Peel – Peel Regional Police proudly announced its continued collaboration with Sheridan College on the summer Youth in Policing Initiative (YIPI).
In 2025,35 YIPI students will have the opportunity to learn about Peel Regional Police and Sheridan College as a post-secondary institution. While at Sheridan College, the YIPI students will take part in advance standing introductory courses that relate to policing, including Forensic Sciences, Private Security and Fitness.
Approximately 10 YIPI students are returning from last year as summer volunteers to help with the program. This 8-week Youth in Policing Initiative kicks off on Tuesday, July 2 at Sheridan College, Davis Campus and runs through to Friday, August 22.
The YIPI program, launched by Peel Police in 2009, has seen remarkable growth over the years. A significant milestone came in 2022 when a strategic partnership was established with Sheridan College, enhancing the program's outreach and impact.
Since forming this collaboration, the number of applications to the YIPI program has surged from 74 to 1180, reflecting a dramatic increase in interest and engagement from youth across the community.
For more information, please visit www.peelpolice.ca/yipi and sheridancollege.ca.
QUICK FACTS
- The YIPI program is funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services.
- YIPI supports youth aged 15–18 from diverse, priority communities in Peel.
- The program helps youth develop life, job, and leadership skills through teamwork and mentorship.
- Sheridan College was founded in 1967 and is one of Ontario’s top postsecondary institutions.
- Sheridan attracts students from across Canada and over 110 countries.
QUOTES
“Peel Police is proud to collaborate with Sheridan College once again for this year’s Youth in Policing Initiative. This valuable program plays a key role in not only building positive relationships with youth but also offering them meaningful insight into the many rewards of a career in policing. We’re excited to work alongside these students in the weeks ahead — and into the future.”
- Chief Nishan Duraiappah, Peel Regional Police
“Protecting Ontario in the years to come starts with the next generation stepping up to help serve and protect their communities. We’re proud to partner with the Peel Regional Police on the Youth in Policing Initiative, which provides incredible learning opportunities to young people. We look forward to this great program’s continued expansion and success, here and across the province.”
- Hon. Michael Parsa, Minister of Children, Community and Social Services of Ontario
“The Youth in Policing Initiative is so much more than a summer job—it’s an opportunity for young people to build skills, confidence and connections that will last a lifetime. The overwhelming response to this year’s program shows just how deeply it resonates in the community. I commend the Peel Regional Police for inspiring the next generation to consider a future in policing and protecting Ontario.”
- Hon. Michael Kerzner, Solicitor General of Ontario
“Sheridan’s School of Public Safety is proud of our continued partnership with Peel Regional Police to bring the Youth in Policing Initiative to our Davis Campus in Brampton again this summer. During the eight weeks of the initiative, Sheridan faculty will support participants through mentorship and instruction in the field of public safety and social justice, which align with the variety of possible careers through Peel Regional Police. We look forward to welcoming youth in our community to our campus to give them a first-hand experience of what a meaningful career in public safety can look like.”
- Rajan Sandhu, Interim President and Vice Chancellor, Sheridan College
"The YIPI program is an incredible opportunity, especially for those interested in pursuing a career in policing. It not only laid a foundation for my own path toward law enforcement, but it also helped me grow by strengthening life skills such as communication, leadership, and teamwork. These are qualities that go beyond policing and are valuable in any field or environment. The experiences and lessons I gained through the program continue to benefit me in both my professional and everyday life."
- Elijah Arzadon, Former YIPI Participant
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