CTSS has a team of Volunteer Advocates that provide emotional support, referrals to community or cultural supports, as well as court orientation and court support.

Volunteer Advocates commit to a two-year term with the unit and complete a minimum of one, three-hour shift each week.

How to Volunteer

A limited number of volunteer positions are available. Please note the following minimal requirements required to volunteering with the Edmonton Police Service and prior to sending in an application.

• be of 18 years of age or older;
• have Canadian citizenship or Permanent Resident status;
• be a resident of Edmonton for a minimum of one year;
• have no criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been granted;
• have no associations with those who are known to have extensive criminal records;
• be willing to give a two-year commitment;
• volunteer regularly as required by the program applying for;
• attend all required training sessions; and
• be able to write and communicate clearly and fluently in English.

Please note that all applicants that pass the pre-screening and interview process will be required to undergo an Enhanced Security Check which will include immediate family members, and anyone who resides with the applicant who is over the age of 12.

Volunteer positions are very limited. For more information check here. If you wish to apply, please fill out an application by July 26, 2026, and submit it with two letters of reference to your nearest police station.