Toronto Police Chief Mark Saunders inspects the most recent class of 134 new officers graduating from the Toronto Police College, on Birmingham St.

The new officers will be deployed to serve the public when and where they are needed the most.

“Everyone here who has taught, trained, nurtured, listened and worked with you – they don’t do it because it’s their responsibility, they do it because they have tremendous pride in this organization and what it represents,” Chief Saunders said. “You are going to be our legacy when it comes to law enforcement and the public.”

There were no friends, family, sound of bagpipes or celebration to follow the ceremony. Covid-19 restrictions prevented the traditional graduation from taking place, but it has not prevented the excitement and eagerness to hit the streets in their respective divisions, to begin serving the citizens of Toronto, according to the Chief.

Be proud of yourself, the Chief said, you are wearing a Toronto Police Service uniform, one that hundreds of others dream of, but this is now your reality, congratulations! God be with you, watch over you and keep you safe.”