9th annual Intercultural Ride Along and Job Shadow Program

Coming to a new country with new languages, new people, and new laws to learn can be a daunting experience. It’s important to us to help make international newcomers feel welcomed and safe in their new community. 

That’s why, every year, we host our Intercultural Ride Along and Job Shadow program in partnership with Laurentian University, Collège Boréal, Cambrian College and YMCA of Northeastern Ontario-Employment and Immigrant Services.

Last night, we held the orientation night for this year’s program. International students and newcomers had the opportunity to meet the Police Officers and Police Professionals that they will be paired with for their ride-alongs and job shadows. The orientation evening prepares them for what to expect when they ride with an Officer in a cruiser. We also presented an overview of Ontario traffic laws; how and when to call 911; information about current frauds and scams; as well as information about opportunities at GSPS.

Breaking down barriers, building positive relationships, and growing as a Service and community - that's what the program is all about.

We look forward to spending time with you again during the ride-alongs and job shadows!

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