Community Safety Initiative

West Hill Safety System

A community-led system helping residents prevent harm, share information, improve public spaces, and get the right help when needed.

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24/7Emergency: 911
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CPLCPolice Liaison

Four Core Safety Pillars

Our community safety approach is built on four interconnected principles working together to create a safer West Hill.

01

Awareness & Familiarity

Understanding local patterns, knowing what's normal in your neighbourhood, and staying informed about your surroundings.

  • Know your neighbours
  • Recognise normal patterns
  • Stay alert, not alarmed
02

Calm Information Sharing

Sharing accurate, verified information responsibly — facts not rumours — to keep the community informed without causing panic.

  • Verify before sharing
  • Avoid fear-based language
  • Use official channels
03

Right Help, Right Time

Knowing when to contact 911, 311, or community partners — getting the appropriate response to each situation efficiently.

  • 911 for emergencies
  • 311 for city services
  • Community for support
04

Safer Public Spaces

Improving lighting, visibility, and public safety infrastructure — advocating for physical improvements that deter crime.

  • Better street lighting
  • Clear sightlines
  • CCTV and signage

Reporting Channels

Use the right channel to report the right type of issue. Your report makes West Hill safer for everyone.

Crime Reporting

For crimes in progress or emergencies call 911 immediately. For non-emergency crime reporting use the options below.

Hazard Reporting

Report non-emergency city hazards — potholes, broken lights, graffiti, or unsafe conditions — to the City of Toronto.

Suspicious Activity

If you see something that doesn't feel right — suspicious persons, vehicles, or activity — report it calmly and factually.

Community Discussions

Share safety concerns, ask questions, and discuss neighbourhood issues with fellow residents in a calm and constructive space.

Community Channels

Stay connected. Join our communication networks to receive real-time safety updates.

WhatsApp Community

Join our active WhatsApp group for real-time safety updates, neighbourhood alerts, and community discussions.

Real-time Updates Join Group

Facebook Community

Follow our Facebook page and join the West Hill community group for events, news, and safety announcements.

News & Events Follow Page

Email Newsletter

Receive monthly safety updates, community news, and important notices delivered directly to your inbox.

Monthly Updates Subscribe

Community Safety Network

The people and organisations working to keep West Hill safe every day.

Community Police Liaison Committee

CPLC

The CPLC bridges the gap between residents and Toronto Police Service. It facilitates open communication, addresses community concerns, and promotes collaborative safety planning.

  • Regular community meetings
  • Direct police liaison access
  • Crime trend briefings
  • Safety planning involvement
Learn More

Neighbourhood Community Officers

NCO

NCOs are dedicated officers assigned to West Hill who walk the community, build relationships, and address neighbourhood safety concerns through presence and dialogue.

  • Neighbourhood foot patrols
  • Youth engagement programs
  • Business & resident meetings
  • Proactive problem solving
Contact NCO

Safety Data & Reports

Access public safety data and monthly community safety updates for West Hill.

Public Safety Data Portal

Access Toronto's open data portal for neighbourhood crime statistics, incident maps, and year-over-year trends for West Hill.

View Portal

Monthly Safety Updates

Resident-friendly summaries covering local incidents, police activity, and community safety improvements each month.

Read Updates

Crime Summary Reports

Quarterly summaries highlighting incident types in West Hill, affected areas, and prevention recommendations from the CPLC.

View Reports

Community Advocacy

Elected representatives and community leaders working to improve safety in West Hill.

Elected Representative Updates

Our local councillors and MPPs regularly advocate for enhanced safety infrastructure, funding, and policy improvements for West Hill. Read their latest updates and how they're fighting for our community.

City Councillor Reports Provincial Updates Safety Funding
View Reports

Safety Advocacy Campaigns

West Hill residents and the community association actively advocate for better street lighting, CCTV installation, transit safety improvements, and increased police patrols in high-concern areas.

Lighting Upgrades CCTV Programs Transit Safety
Get Involved

Safety Resources

Guides, checklists, educational materials, and safety reports for residents.

Safety Guides

Step-by-step guides covering home security, personal safety, and community watch practices.

PDF Guides Browse Guides

Safety Checklists

Printable checklists for home security audits, vehicle safety, and personal daily routines.

Checklists Get Checklists

Crime Summaries

Quarterly reports summarising crime trends, incident types, and affected areas in West Hill.

Reports View Reports

Educational Materials

Community education resources on fraud prevention, scam awareness, and online safety.

Education Learn More

Community Reports

Annual community safety reports produced in partnership with Toronto Police Service.

Annual Reports Download

Guides & Downloads

Download safety materials for your home and community use — free for all West Hill residents.

Home Security Checklist

PDF — Updated 2026

Vehicle Safety Guide

PDF — Updated 2026

Q4 2025 Crime Summary Report

PDF — December 2025

Fraud Prevention Guide

PDF — Updated 2026

2025 Annual Community Safety Report

PDF — January 2026

Personal Safety Awareness Guide

PDF — Updated 2026

In an Emergency — Call 911 Immediately

For all life-threatening situations, active crimes, or immediate danger