The Edmonton Police Service Cadet program is open to youth ages 14 – 20 who have an interest in pursuing a career in Law Enforcement and who want to make a difference in their community today. The program seeks to develop and maintain a positive relationship between police members and community by;
- providing an opportunity to participate in educational and recreational activities
- participating in police-related functions and
- providing a challenge for self-improvement.
Youth participating in Police Cadets will:
- Develop an understanding of the police role in the community.
- Attain self confidence and learn leadership skills
Police Cadets meet each Wednesday from 1800 – 2100 hrs from the first of September through June, following the school year schedule.
Volunteers are supervised by non-sworn and sworn members and are provided instructional sessions from police members throughout the service.
Following the structure of the Edmonton Police Service, Police Cadets follow a paramilitary structure requiring students to following regimental protocols including parades, drills and a defined rank structure among the participants.
Basic Requirements to Participate
- Undergo a screening process which includes an Enhanced Police Information Check, which will include immediate family members and residents of their households 12 years and older, and an interview.
- Reside in Edmonton or the surrounding communities.
- Attendance at all scheduled and mandatory Cadet functions.
- Complete a minimum of 20 hours of volunteer service towards Edmonton Police Service functions and / or events.
- As representatives of the Edmonton Police Service good ethical character is fundamental. Those accepted into the program are expected to maintain a high level of integrity.
Costs
- A yearly registration fee of $125 payable at the commencement of the program.
- A one time uniform fee of $100.
The Cadet program costs are offset by fundraising events which include an annual silent auction and biannual casino. Parents and guardians are expected to assist in fundraising efforts to sustain the programs extra curricular events.
Application Deadline: May 30, 2012.
For more information email: cadets@edmontonpolice.ca or phone 780 421-3555
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