Chief Myron Demkiw says a program created in the aftermath of Toronto’s Summer of the Gun has spent two decades opening doors for young people through paid employment, mentorship and relationships that continue long after their placements end....

For four Greater Toronto Area students, this summer's Toronto Police Service Youth in Policing Initiative (YIPI) is far more than a seasonal job. It is an opportunity to gain firsthand experience, develop life skills and explore careers dedicated to serving their communities....

Another group of young people benefited from a program that invests in young people, giving them a summer job and the chance to connect and learn from police officers. A total of 152 students completed the Youth in Policing Initiative (YIPI) program this summer. “One of the reasons why the...

A total of 63 youth from the city’s designated Neighbourhood Improvement Areas completed the Toronto Police Service Youth in Policing Initiative (YIPI) Fall program. “The skills you’ve gained during your time with us will benefit you throughout your lives,” Deputy Chief Lauren Pogue said at the graduation ceremony on December...