YIPI Summer Students Are Back with North Bay Police Service
The North Bay Police Service is proud to welcome Lise and Elijah as this year’s participants in the Youth in Policing Initiative (YIPI).
Running from July 6 to August 28, 2026, the YIPI program is a paid student employment opportunity delivered in partnership with the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. The initiative provides youth aged 15 to 18 with meaningful work experience within a policing environment while empowering them to become leaders in their communities.
Throughout the summer, Lise and Elijah will participate in a variety of initiatives, alongside the Community Response Unit, including the Youth Sports Camp “Blue and You,” the Wednesday Farmers’ Market, CAMSafe, and plan our annual Bike Rodeo. They will also gain insight into the many aspects of policing and develop professional skills to support their future academic and career goals.
Lise is an honours student who recently graduated from West Ferris Secondary School and looks forward to attending Canadore College's Police Foundations program in the fall. As a proud young Métis woman, Lise is interested in strengthening trust and relationships between Indigenous communities and law enforcement.
“During my summer placement, I am looking forward to learning more about policing and gaining firsthand experience in the profession. My goal is to become a police officer who works in victim services, so I wanted to take a meaningful step toward achieving that goal.”
Elijah is a recent graduate of Chippewa Secondary School and will be entering the Criminal Justice program at Nipissing University this fall.
“I discovered my passion for the field of law after taking Ms. Lefebvre’s Grade 11 law class. Knowing that I wanted a career in law, I thought YIPI would be a great opportunity to expand my resume and gain experience in the field.”
North Bay Police Service Chief Daryl Longworth welcomed this year’s students and highlighted the value of the program:
“The YIPI program provides youth with an opportunity to work alongside our police officers and develop skills that will support their future,” said Chief Daryl Longworth. “We’re proud to invest in our local young people and help them recognize the important role they can play in our community. When youth are supported and empowered, everyone benefits.”
The Youth in Policing Initiative has been delivered in partnership with the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services since 2009. Many past participants have gone on to pursue successful careers in policing, social services, and community engagement.
