The Safe Communities Facilitator plays a crucial role in promoting public safety and crime prevention at the community level. Key responsibilities of this position include:

Community engagement and relationship building
Research and analysis
Program development, implementation and facilitation

Community Engagement and Relationship Building

Build strong community relationships to raise awareness and address safety issues.
Liaise with community groups, law enforcement, local municipalities, and non-profit organizations to create programs and initiatives that improve public safety.

Research and Analysis

Analyze data and crime statistics to understand trending issues and inform decision-makers
Make recommendations to Council on relevant community issues and safety priorities
Research and monitor emerging crime prevention strategies and promote implementation.

Program Development, Implementation and Facilitation

Developing educational materials advocating for personal, public, and corporate safety and security.
Facilitate or educate public (including children, youth, seniors and corporate stakeholders) in various crime prevention or public safety programs.
Identify and implement crime prevention and reduction strategies.
Lead workshops and outreach initiatives.

To make a request for an awareness/education session for your group or to request a Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) assessment, please contact Jennifer Penner, Safe Communities Facilitator with Sturgeon County at protectsvcs@sturgeoncounty.ca or contact 780-939-8400
Note: There is no charge for either of these services.