“It’s just getting worse”: Security companies offering neighbourhood patrols to combat auto theft
Listen to CPIS discuss neighbourhood security patrols, auto-theft concerns, visible deterrence and the role private security can play in supporting residential communities while police remain responsible for law enforcement.
Community involvement is part of public safety.
CPIS believes security work should include positive community engagement, prevention education and support for organizations that strengthen the communities we serve.
Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Ontario
CPIS is proud to have supported the Peel Polar Plunge in connection with Peel Regional Police, helping support a community fundraising movement benefiting Special Olympics Ontario. The Polar Plunge brings law-enforcement communities, businesses, volunteers and participants together to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics athletes.
Learn about Polar Plunge Ontario
Auto-theft prevention and community safety
Our community work also includes awareness around vehicle theft, break-ins and residential security. CPIS community patrol programs are designed to increase visible deterrence, encourage early reporting and help residents think about layered security that combines patrol, lighting, smart alarms, cameras and appropriate police notification.
Community Events
See how CPIS prepares for community events, supports worthwhile causes, contributes through donations and enjoys the day alongside the people and organizations we serve.
Our community involvement starts long before an event opens. The team organizes supplies, prepares the CPIS booth and works with Euro Nation to set the sound and lighting. Once everything is ready, the focus shifts to supporting the cause, connecting with people and sharing some good old fun. From staff equipment and community materials to Euro Nation sound and lighting, information booths and the CPIS event tent, thoughtful preparation helps each event feel organized, welcoming and ready for everyone. See the equipment, sound, lighting and event materials being organized before the community arrives. Behind-the-scenes preparation of radios, protective equipment, identification and supplies before the event begins. Euro Nation prepares the sound, lighting and music system that helps bring energy to the community event. A final equipment and lighting check before guests arrive and the community gathering gets underway. Event lighting and music equipment being tested before the room is opened to guests. A final Euro Nation sound and lighting check as part of event-day preparation. CPIS community participation is about supporting worthwhile causes, sharing public-safety information and building positive relationships beyond our day-to-day security work. CPIS has supported local community programs through financial donations, fundraiser sponsorship and seasonal giving. The George Chuvalo Neighbourhood Centre thanked CPIS for a $5,000 gift and support for its Community Day BBQ Fundraiser. Our Christmas giving has also included toys, food and other community donations prepared to help families during the holiday season. A look at the toys, food and other donations prepared by CPIS for holiday community support. Christmas toys, food and community donations prepared by CPIS to help support families and neighbours during the holiday season. Giving back can be meaningful and enjoyable at the same time. These moments show the lighter side of CPIS community participation — friendly conversations, team spirit, shared laughter and community-day energy. Community events, friendly competition, charity participation and the people who make each gathering worthwhile. A neighbourhood gathering with games, laughter and community connections. Community participation supporting Special Olympics Ontario and a great cause. CPIS at the Polar Plunge enjoying conversations, community participation and event-day energy.Giving back, getting ready and enjoying the community.
Event Prep
Event Prep Videos
Preparing the CPIS Event Equipment
Euro Nation Sound & Lighting Setup
Final Event System Check
Euro Nation Lighting Test
Event-Day Sound Check
Giving Back in Action
CPIS Donations & Christmas Toy Drive
Christmas Toy Drive & Community Donations
CPIS Christmas Toy Drive & Community Donations
Just Good Old Fun
Just Good Old Fun Videos
Community Fun in Action
Polar Plunge Community Spirit
A Great Day with the Community
Additional Community Events Video Gallery
Just Good Old Fun in the Community
Neighbours, community members and CPIS personnel enjoying a positive community event together.
Polar Plunge Community Spirit
CPIS community involvement supporting Special Olympics Ontario initiatives.
A Great Day with the Community
Community participation, friendly connections and a good cause at the Polar Plunge.
CPIS Community Approved Vendors
A showcase of independent businesses CPIS is pleased to recommend for helpful services beyond our own security and investigative work.
Coloma Eyewear Studios
Personalized mobile opticianry in Toronto from Christine Coloma, Registered Optician. Services include prescription glasses and sunglasses, appointment-based assistance and direct insurance billing.
Euro Nation
Professional DJ entertainment, dance-music mixshows, live events and Euro Nation 24/7 Radio. Euro Nation streams live every Saturday at 10:00 p.m. Eastern on YouTube and other platforms, featuring dance classics, house, trance and guest DJs.
Independent vendors: Featured businesses are independent of CPIS. Please confirm current services, pricing, availability, insurance and terms directly with each provider.
CPIS in the news
Independent Canadian media have reported on CPIS neighbourhood patrol operations and the growing use of private security as residents respond to concerns about auto theft and residential break-ins.
Spike in car thefts has some Canadians hiring private security to patrol their neighbourhoods
Coverage of private neighbourhood patrols in Toronto includes CPIS mobile patrol operations and the role of visible deterrence in response to concerns about auto theft and home break-ins.
Read the original article ↗Who you gonna call? Why wealthy Torontonians are relying on private security to stop auto theft
The Toronto Star reported on CPIS personnel conducting private neighbourhood patrols as GTA residents looked for additional deterrence and observation around vehicle theft and residential security.
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