Community Safety is launching a focused review of Recommendation 1.8 from the Security Services Review (pages 51-54). This recommendation asks the University to examine whether a limited Special Constable model could reduce police involvement on campus and strengthen community-centered safety.
Read more about the Implementation of Recommendation 1.8 here.
This process will include educational sessions, community consultations, and a final report to senior leadership, President and Vice Presidents (PVP).
Disclaimer
Participation in this process is intended to support open discussion and exploration. Engagement does not imply that decisions have already been made, nor that outcomes are predetermined. Feedback gathered through this process will be used to inform ongoing consideration and next steps.
Phase 1: Educational Awareness Sessions
Join us to learn about:
- The current security model at York University
- What Special Constables could look like at York University (roles, powers, training)
- Research and data informing this review
- How your feedback shapes next steps
Session 1 — Virtual (Zoom)
Wednesday January 28
1:00–3:00 PM
Held on Zoom (recorded)
Session 2 — In‑Person
Wednesday February 4
1:30–3:30 PM
Location will be shared after registration. Session will take place on Keele Campus
The Virtual session will be recorded and documented. By participating, you consent to:
• being recorded,
• having your contributions documented by session scribes, and
• allowing anonymized information to be used in the focused review and final report.
Register for Phase 1
Phase 2: Community Consultations
More information coming soon!
Phase 3: Final Report
More information coming soon!