National Youth Justice Policing Award
Message from the Minister
As Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, I would like to congratulate the recipients of the Minister of Justice National Youth Justice Policing Award.
This award recognizes the personal efforts made by police officers - as individuals and team members - for their dedication and commitment to finding new ways to deal with youth who come into conflict with the law. Police officers have an important role in holding youth accountable and helping them to understand the consequences of their actions, while providing the guidance they need to make smarter choices in the future. It is this relationship that provides officers with the chance to make a difference in the lives and futures of the youth with whom they come into contact.
The officers being honoured have developed and implemented innovative projects that help young people improve their situations and make better choices. By providing youth with alternatives to criminal life and by helping them to truly understand the consequences of their actions, the officers assist these youths to become law-abiding citizens and promote safety in our communities.
The Government of Canada is proud to work in partnership with Canada's policing community in tackling crime and protecting Canadians. Our balanced approach includes prevention, enforcement and rehabilitation. The recipients of the award have demonstrated a commitment to finding effective ways to combat youth crime through the youth criminal justice system.
On behalf of all Canadians, I would like to thank each and every police officer for their hard work in keeping our communities safe.
The Honourable Rob Nicholson, P.C., M.P.
Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada
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