Small Space Creates Big Opportunities
A second Community Safety Hub has opened in 33 Division, giving police another space to host community events and programs.
The CF Shops at Don Mills hub was launched on September 26, nine months after the one in Fairview Mall was unveiled.
Chief Superintendent Kelly Skinner said the first hub is making a difference by bringing police and community members together to build trust and solve local issues.
“The feedback from customers, tenants, officers and community partners has been overwhelming,” she said. “This hub model reflects a positive approach to policing, focusing on visibility, accessibility and collaboration. It creates a two-way communication channel where residents can share their concerns, needs and feedback while officers can support early intervention by partnering with Mothers Against Drunk Driving and other initiatives.
“It helps to build trust and relationships that go beyond traditional policing and fosters a sense of safety and belonging in our neighbourhoods. I have seen first-hand how collaboration and partnership work. It is not always easy, but the outcomes are very positive.”
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow said community safety hubs are important because they help build stronger relationships between the police and the community.
“Partnerships like this are key to building a safer and more caring Toronto,” she noted. “In fact, they transform communities into a vibrant tomorrow…The concept of bringing everybody together to build a stronger community is embedded throughout Toronto Police Service.”
City councillor Jon Burnside said when police officers build genuine relationships with the communities they serve, it fosters mutual respect, understanding and cooperation.
“That is the foundation of policing,” he said.
Lillian Tummonds, Senior Vice-President of Retail Operations, said Fairview Cadillac is proud of its enduring relationships with Toronto Police Service.
“We are dedicated to making strategic, impactful investments that drive growth and innovation while ensuring the safety and security of our community,” she said. “Today’s opening stands as a testament to that profound commitment. There is no better place for this initiative than here at CF Shops at Don Mills, a true community-focused destination. We are thrilled to continue this longstanding relationship with Toronto Police.”
Community safety hubs serve as accessible, localized centers where law enforcement and the community can interact, collaborate, and access services. These hubs are designed to build trust, improve safety and promote transparency.
The hub, which will operate for community programs and events, is not a police station. It will serve as a direct means for the community to connect with police officers and share their concerns in their local area as well as talk about crime prevention.
