The York Regional Police Service Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Superintendent Ahmad Salhia as the new Deputy Chief for York Regional Police, effective July 8, 2026. Deputy Chief Designate Salhia has more than 23 years of policing experience, having served with York Regional Police in a variety of operational and executive leadership roles. Most recently, as Superintendent of...
The York Regional Police Service Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Deputy Chief Paulo Da Silva as the next Chief of Police for York Regional Police, effective June 27, 2026. Following a comprehensive selection process, the Board is confident that Chief-Designate Da Silva is the right leader to guide York Regional Police into the future,” said Board Chair Steve Pellegrini. “He is...
The York Regional Police Service Board announced today that, following a six-year tenure as chief of police, Jim MacSween will retire on June 26, 2026. Chief MacSween, who has already played an integral role in succession planning for the Executive Leadership Team at York Regional Police, will continue to support the Board in the process to appoint its next chief. “On behalf of the Board, I want...
Newmarket, ON – On October 28, 2025, at the York Regional Police Service Board meeting, the Board announced its support of $100,000 towards the Lead the Way campaign for the York Region Mental Health Community Care Centre (the Centre). Estimated to open in 2027, the Centre will be a leading-edge facility providing support for individuals aged 12+ experiencing mental health and/or addiction crises...
York Region – The Regional Municipality of York Police Service Board is pleased to announce the ratification of a new five-year Uniform and Civilian collective agreement with the York Regional Police Association (Association) as of August 1, 2025. This process was a collaborative effort centered on supporting recruitment, retention and member wellness, while balancing the fiscal health and...
The York Regional Police Service Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Staff Superintendent Ryan Hogan as the new Deputy Chief for York Regional Police, effective July 11, 2025. The Deputy Designate brings over 27 years of policing experience, with a proven track record of leadership and dedicated service. He succeeds Deputy Chief Almeida who, retired in early June. “Deputy Chief...
On behalf of the Board, it is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of a beloved member of the York Region policing family. Madeleine Bodenstein, a Provincial appointee of the York Regional Police Service Board passed away peacefully on January 29 with her husband Kenny by her side. Our Board members and staff are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of such a selfless individual. Madeleine...
The Regional Municipality of York Regional Police Service Board has unanimously approved the extension of Chief Jim MacSween’s appointment by two additional years, effective May 1, 2025 and ending on April 30, 2027. Chief MacSween was appointed to the role of Chief of Police on May 1, 2020. His current term will end April 30, 2025. Members of the York Regional Police Service Board expressed their...
In light of the continued violence in the Middle East and community concern around safety and security within our region, York Regional Police is reassuring citizens that York Regional Police will continue to support our communities through increased outreach, visibility and police patrols across York Region. The Executive Leadership Team and senior command have been carefully monitoring the...
The York Regional Police Services Board is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Deputy Chief for York Regional Police. Superintendent Kevin McCloskey has been selected by the Police Services Board to fill the role due to the pending retirement of Deputy Chief Robertson Rouse in June of 2023. Superintendent McCloskey will assume the role on June 1, 2023. “Deputy Chief Designate McCloskey is...
York Region - After 36 years of exemplary police service to York Region residents Deputy Chief Robertson Rouse has announced his retirement. His last day will be June 15, 2023. “Over the course of his exceptional career, Deputy Chief Rouse has made significant contributions to policing, to community safety and to enhancing diversity, equity and inclusion within the organization. Robertson has...
The York Regional Police Services Board would like to extend its sincerest condolences to the families and friends affected by the tragic shooting last night in the City of Vaughan and would like to thank York Regional Police and the first responders who assisted at the scene. The Regional Municipality of York Police Services Board is a seven-member civilian Board that oversees the York Regional...