Peel Regional Police Marks Historic Graduation of Largest Recruit Class Ever

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Region of Peel – Peel Regional Police will mark a historic milestone on Wednesday, Feb. 25, as the service swears in the largest recruit class in its history.

A total of 88 new officers will take their oath, bringing diverse backgrounds, specialized skills, and unique lived experiences that will strengthen frontline policing and enhance service to our communities.

Media partners are invited to attend and capture the full ceremony, including the formal march-in of recruits and leaders’ remarks. Interview opportunities with recruits and Deputy Chief Mark Dapat will also be available, beginning at 3 p.m.

WHAT:

Recruit Graduation Class

WHERE:

Mississauga Convention Centre
75 Derry Road West
Mississauga, Ont.

WHEN:

SPEAKERS

Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026

Media arrival: 2:45 p.m.

Interview opportunities available at 3 p.m.
Ceremony begins promptly at 4 p.m.
Remarks scheduled to begin at 4:30 p.m.
Badge presentation scheduled to begin at 4:50 p.m.
Closing remarks scheduled for 6:50 p.m

Peel Regional Police Chaplain Curtis Hinds
Justice of the Peace Virginia Danos
Solicitor General of Ontario Michael Kerzner
Peel Police Service Board Chair Nando Iannicca
Peel Regional Police Chief Nishan Duraiappah

SOCIAL MEDIA

MEDIA CONTACT

Media Relations Officer
Email: media.relations@peelpolice.ca
Phone: 905-453-2121, ext. 4027

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