The goals and objectives of the Crime Prevention Branch are to conduct programs designed to encourage citizen's involvement in crime prevention in general, and to teach various methods and techniques that may be employed to guard against criminal attack. It is the Branch's principal desire to deter and prevent criminal incidents by making our citizens highly cognizant of the opportunities unconsciously offered to criminals and to instill a sense of perpetual awareness so that no incidents occur. This is accomplished through seminars, workshops, lectures, displays, television and radio interviews.
Anyone wishing a presentation need only submit a written request to the attention of the Chief of Police by way of fax (705) 674-7090, mail or email presentation@police.sudbury.on.ca
Please ensure that one (1) month's notice and two (2) tentative dates are given. Presentations are available in both official languages.
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Street Proofing
- The Child Awareness program supports and reinforces the training that parents/teachers/guardians/ and others charged with educating our children, give about safety awareness topics. Discusses basic street proofing skills and how to dispel myths about strangers. Explores how to give children the ability to recognize a danger or potential danger and to take appropriate action to avoid it. This includes protection not only against criminal activity but against personal injury and abuse as well. An outline of our MAGIC CIRCLE program is also presented.
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Latchkey Kids
- The objective is to make children feel safe and comfortable about being alone at home. The program teaches children how to answer phones, handle crank calls and what to do if someone shows up at the door. The program also promotes home safety.
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Halloween Safety -
Explains how trick or treating can be fun if done safely. The program also explores alternatives such as Halloween parties as opposed to canvassing for treats door-to-door and using make-up as opposed to masks.
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Child Safety Awareness Programs -
The Crime Prevention Branch has a number of Child Safety Programs including the Magic Circle, a street proofing program. Other programs such as Stay Alert Stay Safe, the Child Identification Program, prevention of Child Abuse are just a few of the programs that teaches children how to protect themselves when a parent or guardian is unable to do it for them.
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Woman Alone -
This program's objectives are to educate and inform females of all ages on how to travel in the streets, on foot, in private vehicles, on public transportation so they can protect their persons and property while so doing. Also includes tips on how to prevent date rapes and sexual assault. This program teaches crime prevention techniques to help women of all ages enjoy their lives without being victimized.
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Magic Circle (Street Proofing) - (Elementary School Program) – This program is given at functioning/age level. Starts with basic street proofing skills on how children can protect themselves from danger when their parent/guardian is unable to do it for them. For older children, this program reviews basic skills and adds the subject of latchkey kids, peer pressure, hitchhiking and baby-sitting safety. This program is a MAGIC CIRCLE continuum. Other programs are STAY ALERT STAY SAFE and the CHILD I.D. PROGRAM.
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Winter Safety - This program points out the dangers to be found during the winter season. Explores the dangers of snow banks, unsafe sledding practices and areas, frozen bodies of water and effect of cold weather on exposed skin. Snow machine safety and legislation are discussed with students grade six and seven.
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Anti-bullying - The goal of the Anti-Bullying program is to teach the art of mind defense and ways to avoid confrontations. Using common sense as their best defense, children are taught what to do when faced with bullies, peer pressure and teasing. Decision making, skills are taught through role-plays and what-if games.
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Bicycle Safety - This workshop promotes safe cycling skills among our young drivers. Points out the differences of vehicles on the road and how vulnerable a cyclist is. Explanation of the Highway Traffic Act is explored along with defensive driving skills. BICYCLE RODEOS and HELMET FITTING CLINICS are also available upon request.
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Snowmobile/ATV Safety (Teens & Adults) - This program is designed to educate operators on the Motorized Snow Vehicle Act, the Off-Road Vehicle Act and municipal by-laws. Accident prevention is an important component of this program. The program is offered to all groups including elementary and high schools. It also promotes the safe driving of a recreational vehicle by using defensive driving skills.
(Presented in conjunction with the Traffic Branch)
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Winter Safety (Elementary Schools) - This program points out the dangers to be found during the winter season. Explores the dangers of snow banks, unsafe sledding practices and areas, frozen bodies of water and effects of cold weather on exposed skin.
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Cyberproofing (Internet Safety) - Designed to educate children on the use of the Internet
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Burglary Prevention - The first step to burglary prevention is to be aware that the opportunity exists and to guard against it. This program instructs the audience to check their premises for proper locks, window and door security, proper lighting and exterior structures, which may allow a burglar to gain entry without detection.
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Robbery Prevention - Designed primarily for the business community, the Robbery Prevention Program instructs people in robbery prevention methods. Teaches what to do if a robbery occurs, how to report a robbery and how to describe offenders or suspects.
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V.I.P. (Values, Influences & Peers) - Designed for grade six students, this program involves twelve separate components. The officer along with the teacher discusses various topics such as peer pressure, vandalism, shoplifting, decision-making and respect for the law. The program covers a three month period and includes excursions to medical facilities, court house and the police station.
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Law Awareness Topics - Topics such as vandalism, shoplifting, assault, sexual assault, harassment and threatening are presented to students and adults upon request. The Criminal Code is explained along with consequences of committing such offences.
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Drinking & Driving - This program's objective is to inform the driver's responsibility as a sober driver. Explores the dangers of alcohol misuse and driving while under the influence of alcohol. Consequences of being found guilty of drinking and driving and effects on family and community are discussed. This initiative is reinforced by media campaigns and enforcement such as spot checks during peak seasonal periods. This program complements the following program: “Be A Designated Driver”, “Operation Lookout”, Report Impaired Drivers”, and “Action Sudbury”.
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Drug Abuse (Children/Parents/Teachers) - The Drug Abuse Awareness Program is designed to increase awareness of the hazards of narcotics and dangerous drug use. It explains how to recognize the symptoms of drug users.
(Presented in conjunction with the Drug Unit)
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Let's Find Out About Drugs - This program explains to young children what a drug is and how it changes the way your body and mind works. It also explores the many drugs found in the home, which can be helpful or harmful if abused. The program defines abuse and encourages children to make the right decisions when it comes to protecting their inner bodies and mind.
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Gateway Program - A grade six initiative that teaches the destructive consequences of tobacco, alcohol, marijuana and other drugs. It also creates an understanding of why young people use drugs and emphasizes the benefits of drug-free living. Offers viable suggestions as to how students can develop a lasting drug-free living plan.
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Safety for Seniors - Educating the Senior Citizens on how they can protect their persons and property while at home, in private or public vehicles or on foot reduces the risk of seniors becoming victims of crime. Using the buddy system, carrying a personal alarm and bringing just the essential cash or credit card and leaving the rest in a safe place at home are just some of the crime prevention techniques explored in this program.
(Presented by a member of the Senior Liaison Unit)
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Traffic Safety Education for Teens & Adults - Informs and educates the public of traffic rules including mandatory seat belt and passer restraints. With the “ Drive to Survive ” theme it also explores methods of defensive driving and accident prevention.
(Presented by the Traffic Management Unit)
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Boating Safety - This program encourages responsible use of boats and other watercrafts. Explains applicable laws and promotes accident, prevention by offering safety do's and don'ts. The new legislation concerning the operation of a boat is explained.
(Presented by the Traffic Management Unit)
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Winter Driving - This program helps drivers understand that preparing your vehicle for the winter season is important. Winter defensive driving tips and other self-help advice on what to do in emergencies are also given.
(Presented by the Traffic Management Unit)
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Shoplifting Prevention (Retail Theft) - This program assists merchants and employees by informing them of specific measures which can be utilized in their loss prevention programs. Additionally it explains the offence of retail theft and the legal rights granted to merchants dealing with suspected offenders.
(Presented by the Community Response Unit)
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Physical Security Surveys - Comprehensive inspections of businesses and commercial establishments are conducted to locate areas where security is weak or nonexistent. The Officer will point deficiencies and recommendations for correction. Burglary prevention is by far the greatest incentive for security surveys.
(Presented by the Community Response Unit)
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Policing As A Career - Policing as a career for university and college students. This is a verbal presentation to audiences who may be interested in careers within the Police Service as civilian employees or police officers.
(Presented by the Human Resources Branch)
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