Public Safety Alert, Canada Revenue Agency Scam
Wednesday, July 20, 2016 - 3:48 PM
11 Division: 416-808-1100
On Wednesday, July 20, 2016, the Toronto Police Service has noted an increase in the number of phone calls people have reported receiving from parties claiming to be from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
Police would like to remind the citizens of Toronto, that the CRA will never contact people via telephone, text or email and ask for personal information or demand payment for taxes in the form of pre-paid credit cards, iTunes, or other gift cards.
Police also want to inform the public that no one from the CRA, police, or immigration, will contact you via phone to advise you that a warrant is taken out for your arrest due to non-payment of taxes.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
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Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Constable Dawn Carreiro, 11 Division
Results of commercial motor vehicle safety and enforcement initiative
Wednesday, July 20, 2016 - 11:41 AM
Traffic Services: 416-808-1900
Traffic safety continues to be a Service priority for the Toronto Police Service. Toronto Police Service Traffic Services performed a commercial motor vehicle safety and enforcement initiative on Thursday, July 14, 2016, at 256 Cherry Street, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
This initiative was in partnership with 51 Division and the Ministry of Transportation Carrier Enforcement Unit.
The results of this initiative were:
- 25 truck inspections conducted
- 42 charges laid
- six out-of-service vehicles
- one plates seized
- two vehicle tows
This initiative showed that almost 25 per cent of vehicles inspected were in a state of repair that put the public’s safety at risk.
The Toronto Police Service will be conducting further commercial motor vehicle inspections in the near future.
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Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Constable Clint Stibbe, Traffic Services
Fatal collision #45/2016, 200 Queen's Quay East, Update, 31-year-old man facing charges
Tuesday, July 19, 2016 - 11:28 AM
51 Division: 416-808-1900
On Saturday, July 2, 2016, at 6:12 p.m., police responded to a call for a personal injury collision at 200 Queen's Quay East .
It is alleged that:
- a 31-year-old man was driving a 2009 Porsche 911, eastbound on Queen's Quay East
- for reasons not yet determined, the driver lost control of the vehicle
- the vehicle left the roadway and struck a building at 200 Queen's Quay East
- a 35-year-old woman, a passenger in the Porsche, was injured
The woman was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries where she was later pronounced.
On Tuesday, July 19, 2016, Joseph Kirkpatrick, 31, of Kitchener, was arrested. He is charged with:
1) Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing death
2) Criminal negligence cause death
He was scheduled to appear in court at College Park on Tuesday, July 19, 2016, 10 a.m. courtroom 507.
Police are seeking the assistance of the public identifying any witnesses who offered assistance to the victims immediately after the collision. Police are specifically seeking two male witnesses who attended the scene after the collision and removed both the passenger and driver from the vehicle.
The first is described as brown, 30-40, medium build, with wavy, medium-length black hair on top and shorter on the sides, full beard, black watch on left wrist, light-coloured bracelet on right wrist, red-and-white plaid top, light full-length blue jeans, black shoes, possibly high-tops or work boots with gold or yellow writing and gold-rimmed dark sunglasses.
The second is described as white, 35-40, medium build, short brown hair with sideburns and full goatee, with few days' growth of facial hair, medium build, medium-blue golf shirt, dark-blue shorts, yellow bracelet on right wrist, light-grey, dark-grey and white running shoes.
If you are a witness to this collision, and have not yet spoken to police, please call 416-808-1900.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1900, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
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Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Constable Clint Stibbe, Traffic Services
Personal injury collision #37/2016, Now fatal collision #45/2016, 200 Queen's Quay East, Witnesses sought
Friday, July 15, 2016 - 8:49 AM
51 Division: 416-808-1900
On Saturday, July 2, 2016, at 6:12 p.m., police responded to a call for a personal injury collision at 200 Queen's Quay East.
See previous release.
The 35-year-old woman who was taken to hospital was pronounced on Tuesday, July 12, 2016.
Police are seeking assistance identifying any witnesses who offered assistance to the victims immediately after the collision. Police are specifically seeking two male witnesses who attended the scene, after the collision, and removed both the passenger and driver from the vehicle.
The first is described as brown, 30-40, medium build, with wavy, medium-length black hair on top and shorter on the sides, full beard, black watch on left wrist, light-coloured bracelet on right wrist, red-and-white plaid top, light full-length blue jeans, black shoes, possibly high-tops or work boots with gold or yellow writing and gold-rimmed dark sunglasses.
The second is described as white, 35-40, medium build, short brown hair with sideburns and full goatee, with few days' growth of facial hair, medium build, medium-blue golf shirt, dark-blue shorts, yellow bracelet on right wrist, light-grey, dark-grey and white running shoes.
If you are a witness to this collision, and have not yet spoken to police, please call 416-808-1900.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1900, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
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Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Constable Clint Stibbe, Traffic Services
Man arrested in national Fraudulent Ticket investigation, Shaun Michael Nixon, 36, Police concerned there may be other victims
Friday, July 15, 2016 - 8:31 AM
Financial Crimes: 416-808-7300
A joint investigation by the Toronto Strategic Partnership and the Peel Regional Police has resulted in an arrest.
The Toronto Strategic Partnership and the Peel Regional Police have been conducting a joint investigation into fraudulent online ticket sales between Friday, August 14, 2015 and Wednesday, July 13, 2016
It is alleged that:
- a man placed online ads purporting to offer tickets for concerts, sports and other events
- customers from across Canada and the United States replied to the ads and negotiated a price for the supposed tickets
- customers sent payment to the man, using email money transfers and money transfer service businesses
- in some cases, the man used bank accounts belonging to woman he had duped to receive email money transfers from customers
- the customers never received the promised tickets
Police are aware of at least 75 victims. Police are concerned there may be other victims.
On Wednesday, July 13, 2016, Shaun Michael Nixon, 36, of Hamilton, was arrested. He is charged with:
1) Fraud Over $5000
2) two counts of Fail to Comply with Probation
He was scheduled to appear in court at Old City Hall on Thursday, July 14, 2016, 10 a.m.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
The public is reminded that, when purchasing event tickets through an unlicensed seller, they have no protection when using internet buying and selling sites. We recommend that members of the public never use money transfer service businesses or email money transfers as a form of payment unless the sender personally knows the receiver.
The Toronto Strategic Partnership was formed in 2001 to fight Mass Marketing Fraud. The lead agency in the Partnership is the Toronto Police Service Financial Crimes Unit.
Other agencies involved in the Partnership are the Competition Bureau of Canada, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Government and Consumer Services, Canadian Anti- Fraud Centre, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Ontario Provincial Police, United States Federal Trade Commission, United States Postal Inspection Service.
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Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Detective Alan Spratt, Financial Crimes
ISKCON Parade, Saturday, July 16, 2016, 11 a.m.
Friday, July 15, 2016 - 7:29 AM
Public Safety - Special Events: 416-808-5043
On Saturday, July 16, 2016, the International Society for Krishna Consciousness will hold their 44th annual religious and cultural parade.
At 11 a.m., the parade will travel southbound on Yonge Street, from Yorkville Avenue, eastbound on Queen’s Quay, and northbound on Freeland Street, where participants will disperse.
Traffic in the area will be interrupted to accommodate the ISKCON Parade. Motorists in the area can expect delays and are advised to consider alternate routes. This event will take place regardless of weather conditions.
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Constable Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Constable Jennifer Ladouceur, Public Safety - Special Events
Have your say in the modernization of the TPS, Transformational Task Force community consultations
Thursday, July 14, 2016 - 2:53 PM
Corporate Communications: 416-808-7100
The Transformational Task Force has released a schedule of community consultation opportunities over the next five months.
This is your opportunity to take part in the process of modernizing the Toronto Police Service.
Click here for the community consultation meetings.
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Constable Jeniffer Sidhu, Corporate Communications
Media advisory, "Take Time to Check" education and enforcement initiative, Tuesday, July 12, 2016 to Thursday, July 14, 2016 during morning and evening rush hours
Tuesday, July 12, 2016 - 4:59 AM
Traffic Services: 416-808-1900
From Tuesday, July 12, 2016 to Thursday, July 14, 2016, Toronto Police Service Traffic Services, in partnership with the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), will be conducting the “Take Time to Check” safety initiative. Officers will be patrolling the main streetcar lines in the downtown core, during the morning and evening rush hour commute times, focusing on offences which occur in relation to streetcar-serviced stops.
Approximately 64,000,000 passengers use TTC streetcars every year. The Toronto Police Service would like to remind all road-users of the laws governing passengers getting on and off streetcars.
The “Take Time to Check” initiative is designed to promote the education and awareness of all road-users, focusing on the safety of transit-users.
The need to be aware and alert at all times on any road, and even in the most routine circumstances, is a key component to moving through traffic safely. This applies to pedestrians, drivers, cyclists, and transit-users alike. We ask those who drive to take extra care on the roads. If passengers are getting on or off streetcars, remember that, as a vehicle operator, you must stop before reaching the doors of the streetcar.
This promotes pedestrian safety and reduces the likelihood of a collision.
Pedestrians/transit-users' tips
At streetcar stops, wait for the streetcar to stop and open its doors, and then look left. When approaching traffic has stopped, step on to the street and walk directly to the streetcar. When exiting, look right to ensure traffic has stopped and walk directly to the sidewalk.
General driving tips:
- scan to identify pedestrians entering the road from curbs or when approaching intersections, or TTC stops
- be ready for the unexpected
- avoid using distracting devices
- leave at least 2-3 seconds following distance between you and vehicles ahead
During this initiative, all road-users will be subject to various education and enforcement actions. Let's all work together to make your daily commute a safe one.
Traffic Services is dedicated to ensuring the safe and orderly movement of traffic within the City of Toronto. Stay informed with what’s happening at: Twitter, Facebook Fan Page, Facebook Group and on Blog
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Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Constable Clint Stibbe, Traffic Services
Public Safety Alert, Residential Break-and-Enters, Central and South Etobicoke area
Friday, July 8, 2016 - 11:28 AM
22 Division: 416-808-2200
The Toronto Police Service would like to remind the public to remain vigilant and to lock their doors and windows at night.
In recent weeks, there has been a noticeable increase in residential Break-and-Enters in the Central and South Etobicoke area.
It is reported that:
- an unknown person or persons has gained entry into multiple residential homes through unlocked doors and windows
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-2200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
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Constable Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Detective David Knowles, 22 Division
Fraud investigation, Update, additional charges laid, Police seek assistance identifying additional suspects
Wednesday, July 6, 2016 - 8:54 AM
Financial Crimes: 416-808-7239
The Toronto Police Service would like to update the public on an ongoing Fraud investigation.
It is alleged that;
- a passenger would pay for a taxi fare with a debit card
- the driver would switch the passenger's debit card for one that resembled the passenger's financial institution
- the passenger’s card was then used to withdraw funds and to purchase retail merchandise
Click here for original release.
On Thursday, June 2, 2016, Ahmed Dogar, 25, of Toronto, was arrested and charged with:
1) seven counts of Possess/Use credit card obtained by offence
2) five counts of Fraud not exceeding $5000
3) two counts of Fraud exceeding $5000
4) Forgery
Police remind people to be vigilant when using debit cards at point-of-sale machines. Always maintain possession of your card and ensure you request a receipt.
Police are asking for the public's assistance identifying three additional men who are also suspects.
Police are concerned there may be other victims.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7239, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS(8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
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Constable Craig Brister, Corporate Communications, for Detective Sergeant Danny Bell, Financial Crimes
Public Safety Alert, Counterfeiters see summer festival season as opportunity to pass fake money
Thursday, June 30, 2016 - 8:31 AM
Financial Crimes: 416-808-7300
The Toronto Police Service, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and the Bank of Canada are reminding the public and retailers to check the security features in all banknotes.
The busy summer period, with festivals and special events taking place in the GTA, calls for heightened vigilance. Counterfeiters look for such opportunities to pass fake banknotes.
Cash-handlers and the public can easily detect counterfeit bills - polymer and paper - by simply checking their security features. Police encourage everyone to check two or more security features during cash transactions. This is the best defence against getting a counterfeit. Compare any suspect note with one you know is genuine. The same advice also applies to U.S. banknotes.
If you come across a banknote you believe to be counterfeit, ask for another banknote (and check it, too). Also contact your local police about a possible attempt of counterfeiting activity in your community. If you find yourself in possession of a suspected fake, don’t pass it on. It’s a criminal offence to knowingly pass counterfeit money on to someone else. All denominations in the most recent series of polymer notes have the same security features. Once you know how to check one banknote, you can check them all.
Visit the Bank of Canada’s website to learn more about current and older series notes. The Bank also provides free training and materials on how to check banknotes. For more information, call toll-free 1-800-303-1282 or email info@bankofcanada.ca.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
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Constable Allyson Douglas-Cook, Corporate Communications, for Detective Sergeant Rob Stewart, Financial Crimes Unit
TPS unveils commitment to LGBTQ2S community through muralFriday, June 24, 2016 - 7:55 PM
Divisional Policing Support Unit: 416-808-7100
On June 24, 2016, as part of Pride 2016 celebrations, the Toronto Police Service unveiled a mural at 425 Church Street, which represents the Service’s past, present and future relationship with the city’s LGBTQ2S communities.
Created in partnership between the Service’s Divisional Policing Support Unit and the City of Toronto’s StreetARToronto Program, the mural includes components that recognize the history between the community and the Toronto Police Service as well as highlights the Service’s present and future commitment to the LGBTQ2S community.
The mural, which took almost a year to complete, follows the historic apology by Chief Mark Saunders to the community for the 1981 bath house raids.
“This mural is a spot of permanent reflection for the TPS and for the community,” said Chief Saunders. “We will only be successful in our relationships of today if we acknowledge and learn from our past”.
The project would not have been possible if not for the involvement of the City’s StreetARToronto Program and the skills and talent of graffiti artist, SPUD1.
"With Toronto being such a diverse and multicultural community, we are looking forward to this celebration and to be part of the progressive movement towards equality, fairness, recognition and dignity in promoting and cultivating who we are as an inclusive and welcoming society," said Councillor Cesar Palacio, chair of the City's Licensing and Standards Committee.
StreetARToronto is an innovative partnership program developed by the City of Toronto's Transportation Services Division. Since the program's inception in 2012, StART has become a leader in developing partnerships that result in award-winning street-art installations.
As part of this award-winning initiative, the StreetARToronto Toronto Police Partnership program was created to assist City staff and the police reduce graffiti vandalism, beautify Toronto streetscapes and celebrate communities, support street artists and help property owners who are victims of tagging.
The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the many organizations and individuals who took the time to consult with the Service on this project. It would not have been possible without their involvement.
For information about the mural’s components, please visit the website or call Constable Retsinas at 416-808-0126.
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Meaghan Gray, Corporate Communications, for Constable Patty Retsinas, Divisional Policing Support Command
Chief Saunders launches How We Do It TPS websiteTuesday, June 21, 2016 - 8:59 AM
Office of the Chief: 416-808-7100
Today, Chief Mark Saunders launched a new, innovative website called How We Do It TPS.
The website features short videos and photos that showcase the everyday work of Toronto Police Service members, including everything from high-risk responses and community outreach to responding to people in crisis. The men and women of the Service are having their story told.
By visiting this mobile-friendly site, HowWeDoitTPS.com, the public will stay up-to-date on the actions of Toronto Police members in a virtual and interactive way.
The website also features a running tally of gun seizures, arrests and calls-for-service. By learning about the Service’s day-to-day responsibilities, the public will get a clear picture of how we keep the city safe.
In addition, every Division of the Service has a How We Do It TPS photo board in its main lobby. These photos will be taken by members, of members, and will recognize the daily accomplishments of colleagues and community.
By sharing our successes, the campaign aims to instil a sense of pride in the Toronto Police Service, not just for members, but for community partners and the public.
Visit the website often or follow us at #HowWeDoitTPS for the latest video.
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Meaghan Gray, Corporate Communications, for Chief Mark Saunders
Media advisory, Thursday, June 16, 2016, Lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., Dinner: 5 p.m. – 9 p.m., Lone Star Texas Grill Restaurants, 221 King Street West & 930 Dixon Road, Cops and Cowboys fundraiser event for Special Olympics Ontario
Thursday, June 16, 2016 - 5:29 AM
Detective Operations: 416-808-5387
On Thursday, June 16, 2016, members of the Toronto Police Service will be partnering with Lone Star Texas Grill Restaurants to raise money and awareness for Special Olympics Ontario.
The Cops and Cowboys event is a fun-filled fundraiser by law enforcement services and Lone Star Restaurants. Members of the Toronto Police Service will be working as "Celebrity Guest Servers" side-by-side with Lone Star staff to serve customers.
Officers will raise awareness for Special Olympics Ontario and will collect donations or "tips" which will benefit Special Olympics Ontario.
The Toronto Police Service members will be participating at two Lone Star locations:
- 212 King Street West
- 930 Dixon Road
Please join us for lunch or dinner:
Lunch: 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Dinner: 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Special Olympians will also be attendance to meet members of the public.
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Public Safety Alert, Nighttime residential Break-and-Enters
Wednesday, June 15, 2016 - 2:26 PM
53 Division: 416-808-5300
The Toronto Police Service would like to remind the public to remain vigilant, and to secure their property, particularly with summer approaching.
In recent weeks, there has been a noticeable increase in residential break-and-enters in the mid-town neighbourhoods in 53 Division.
It is reported that:
- unknown person(s) have gained entry, or attempted to gain entry, into multiple residential homes through unlocked back doors at night
Anyone who sees someone or something suspicious, on or around their property, is encouraged to call 9-1-1 immediately.
Homeowners are being advised to make sure that their doors and windows are locked and alarms activated before they go to bed. Homeowners are also being advised to ensure that their vehicles and bicycles are locked and secured. Homeowners are also encouraged to register their bicycles online with the Toronto Police Service.
If you have further questions, please contact 53 Division Crime Prevention Officers Constables Timothy Somers at 416-808-5337 or Alex Li at 416-808-5308.
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Constable Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable
Public Safety Alert, Canada Revenue Agency Fraud Scam
Wednesday, June 15, 2016 - 8:26 AM
41 Division: 416-808-5400
The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of a ongoing fraud investigation in 54 Division.
It is reported that:
- on Monday, June 6, 2016, a 65-year-old man was contacted by someone who identified themselves as an employee of the Canada Revenue Agency and claimed that the man owed money to the Canada Revenue Agency
- the caller stated they had an arrest warrant for the man and that he had to pay the Canada Revenue Agency immediately or he would be arrested by the Toronto Police Service
- the man was told to purchase Apple iTunes gift cards as the Canada Revenue Agency had a financial agreement with Apple and the Canada Revenue Agency would be paid the money owed by Apple once the cards were activated
- the man obtained $3,300 in Apple iTunes gift cards, photocopied the gift cards (containing the activation codes) and emailed the photocopy of the gift cards to the unknown caller
- the man does not owe the Canada Revenue Agency any outstanding balance and the Canada Revenue Agency never contacted the man
Members of the public are advised to exercise caution when speaking to someone claiming to be from the Canada Eevenue Agency and should call back the public number of the Canada Revenue Agency to confirm the status of their account and should not transfer any funds by means of Apple iTunes gift cards.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS(8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
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Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Detective Sergeant Jim Gotell, 54 Division
Water safety message from the Toronto Police Service Marine Unit
Tuesday, June 14, 2016 - 9:06 AM
Marine
416-808-5821
The Toronto Police Service Marine Unit would like to remind everyone about water and boating safety.
People spending time on our lake and/or on our beaches should remember to always respect the water and all the potential dangers. Cold-water immersion can be a serious threat. We always recommend wearing a lifejacket or Personal Flotation Device as the first defence to avoid any tragedy when involved in water-related activities. It is the law to have lifejackets and/or PFDs onboard our vessels or crafts but it is also recommended to have them on because they are only effective if they are worn.
With all the different activities, such as sailing, fishing, stand-up paddle-boarding, kite-boarding, windsurfing, kayaking and jet-skiing, taking place in and around our waterfronts, it is important to remember that everyone has the obligation to obey the laws and share the lake. It is also important to remember that alcohol consumption and water activities are a poor combination and should be avoided as the effects of alcohol are intensified on the water. We should also remember to check the marine forecasts and be aware of incoming weather and potential severe storm systems. We all have the right to a safe and enjoyable time on the water.
And now that our beaches are officially open, it is also important to remember that "ALL CRAFT" are restricted from designated swim areas along the Toronto beaches. These areas are clearly marked and flagged using an internationally recognized system. Signs are also posted in the areas for designated craft-launch areas.
Water safety is a shared responsibility between the communities that use the waterfront and the members of the Marine Unit who police them. Help us to do our job by understanding the rules and following them. Have the right equipment and use it accordingly to avoid misfortune. Remember, the best protection you can give yourself on the water is to wear your lifejacket.
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Constable Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Constable Richard Baker, Marine Unit Community Safety Officer
