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"Cops for Cancer is one of the Canadian Cancer Society’s signature events and something every officer should do at least once. Cutting and

donating your hair or shaving your head is a visible representation of your commitment to the fight against cancer and the funds you raise help

us fund critical services for those fighting the disease today and innovative research into the causes and cures. The Society is so proud to

partner with the Toronto Police Service, Yorkdale Shopping Centre and the community on this incredible event."

- Tonya Stewart, Senior Manager, Corporate and Community

Partnerships

APRIL 2014 WEAR A DAFFODIL#CFC4 is coming on April, 12, 2014

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!!I am participating in Cops for Cancer in Toronto (Yorkdale Shopping Centre) to support the mission of the Canadian Cancer Society. Join me on Saturday, April 12 at 11:30 a.m. at Yorkdale Shopping Centre to show your support!

The money raised from this event helps fund leading-edge cancer research that is improving cancer treatments, preventing cancer and saving lives; provide reliable and up-to-date information on cancer, risk reduction and treatment; offer vital community-based support services for people living with cancer and their families; and advocate for healthy public policies.

Please pledge me and help me reach my fundraising goal! Every pledge takes us one step further in the fight against cancer. Online pledging is secure and it saves the Canadian Cancer Society money by reducing administrative costs.

Thanks for your support!

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“When

Massiv Flo comes, all other sounds shut down” – Apache Warrior. A quote that is becoming as common and recognized as the crew it describes. This crew of course, being the popular and unorthodox remix power house known as Massiv Flo Sound Crew.

Conceived in the summer of 2004, the Massiv Flo crew is a six member ensemble that has grown to prominence throughout the Caribbean music world. Spear headed by the crew’s leader, Jay Impact, and his cast of talented deejay’s and producers. “Our goal was very simple when Whizz and Randy started. They made good music and rock parties, their way. “We’ll either suck at it, or be great at it, but either way it will be OUR way..” states Jay. That simple guiding principle has propelled Massiv Flo into the world spotlight, and they have certainly proven too be great at what they do.

Their remix and mixtape CD's can be purchased in most local audio outlets, and can be streamed along with their remixes on the crew’s website www.massivflo.com. They have recently begun delving into the world of electronic production, and a rumoured EP containing a multitude of heavy hitting island influenced dance tracks is inching its way to a late 2014 release. The crew hosts two weekly radio shows, #WednesdayNightFlo & #FloFridays, both of which are known to trend regularly on social media sites in Toronto, New York and Florida.

What exactly makes Massiv Flo so popular among both the younger and older generation of music lovers today? Their fans, proudly labeled #teamFLO, describe them as having a different “vibe” music wise and a charming personality as a group. “The Massiv Flo team, they’re just real about what they do, they actually make music catered towards their fans and don’t fit the mold of stereotypical DJs that every West Indian kid

claims to be...” states Victoria, a Massiv Flo fan from Scarborough. “Everyone loves Massiv Flo man, it’s hard to not be impressed by what these guys can do behind turntables.” says Shawn, another avid Massiv Flo fan from Jersey City. When asked about his crew’s success, Jay had this to say, “I think we’ve gone through the bad and good many times in our journey, and we know there’s much more to come, but we love music, and we love the people that support us, it’s an amazing blessing to be able to share what we do with so many people, and we’re deeply humbled and grateful to have the opportunity to do so. Therefore, that we would just like to say thanks, and that it’s just the beginning.”

For upcoming Deejay’s, the crew had a general consensus on what the best advice is; Strive to be yourself, choose a natural path to being unique, and above all else, stay humble.

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OUR PURPOSE: • Trained professionals saving and improving lives through the utilization of

social media tools and resources. • Empowering and promoting safety and successful outcomes through the

engagement and development of trusted relationships. • Excel by bridging the gap between community, social services and law

enforcement through virtual crisis intervention and negotiation. • Engaging, assessing, identifying risk and responding to Real Time Crisis in

Real Time. • To address and prevent specific issues and incidents faced by persons

struggling with mental illness or experiencing traumatic events by establishing and operating a social media-based crisis intervention program offering assessment, support and stabilization services.

• To address and prevent problems, challenges and issues faced by persons struggling with mental illness or experiencing traumatic events by providing suicide prevention services, crisis intervention services, community outreach and education.

OUR MISSION: • Connecting Real Time professionals in Real Time Interventions. OUR VISION: • To become the recognized leader in real-time intervention while becoming

the leading authority regarding positive and negative effects of social media communications during traumatic events.

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brings resources together in a way that will make them

accessible to not just the service partners but, more importantly,

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From the Board of Directors: Ryan Mason has worked in the field of community corrections for almost ten years, most of this time supervising offenders and facilitating group programs. !Ryan became involved with Real Time Crisis through his involvement with the Probation Officers Association of Ontario. He believes in using social media and technology to build relationships across law enforcement and the broader justice sector to the benefit of those who require our services and to enhance the safety of the general public. In addition to work and volunteer endeavors,Ryan tries to balance a busy home and family life. Ryan is proud to be involved with Real Time Crisis and excited to bring this vision to fruition. !From the Executive Director: Anne Marie Batten @AnneMarieBatten !Currently, I am assisting through my personal twitter account as a nurse and engaging directly online with persons who are in need of assistance. There are times when having a nurse become involved can prevent the need for a police response or a transfer to the emergency department. !Real Time Crisis is a Not for Profit and we are hoping to be operational in near future.

Board of Directors: Scott Abrams @USACrimeStop

Lauri Stevens @lawscomm Ryan Mason @precontemplator Jesse Miller @MediatedReality !

Advisor: Scott Mills @GraffitiBMXCop !

We have volunteers who assist on our Real Time Crisis account: Ricardo Araujo @TDotsRicky

Jennifer Chu @devoushka

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It all started when we were at the STC (Scarborough Town Centre) and Deputy Mike Federico from Toronto Police Services said to Kim Fuller, “would you like to have your son’s head shaved for Cancer?” I said “please ask Logan and he will tell you.” Logan looked at me at the age of 5 and said, “Yes! Please Mommy, I want to help people get rid of Cancer.” Kim was so proud of her son and they donated that day $100.00 to this amazing cause. Since the age of 5 Logan has raised more then $5,000.00 for this amazing event known as Cops For Cancer. Logan is now 10 years-old and was the youngest person to shave his head. Logan has now raised $233.00 online and his new goal is $500.00. We could not have made this happen without Toronto Police finest Sgt. Chris Boddy, Deputy Mike Federico, Chief Bill Blair and all the supporters that Logan has had in the last couple of years. We want to

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“My son Logan Fuller is 10 years-old and he has been shaving his head since the age of 5.” - Kim Fuller

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Juan Angel is a photography student at OCAD University who is avidly looking for new ways to expand his creativity in the medium of photography and painting. As a developing artist, Juan explores the l imits of Film Photography through Historical methods of printing and processing photographs.

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“MISCHIEF”, who is a recording song writer artist from Foxpack heatwave. “I make music because i have a passion for it and was always told i had a great knowledge for words and rhymes. back when i was 4, My mom was murdered and i was forced to move to Brampton where i lived with my aunt and uncle. From age 7 Matt has been putting words together and making music. i just wasn't  ready to record yet…” At the age of 18, the music really kicked of for him and his buddy, Brandon c-dot. Together they started a group called “LSP - Locked Safe Productions; Released two mix tapes called Safely Locked Away and Get In Where You Fit In Vol 1. Over time, a group called “Foxpack Heatwave” called Matt on his cell phone and told him that they wanted him to come into the studio and record a track. I then met with CEO of Foxpack, Ryan Atwal, aka Epic. together they collaborated to sing a single. it was an amazing opportunity and offer. !

!!!Matt is now now currently working on a mixtape called Family First Vol.1 releasing in June 2014. This will be Matt’s first mixtape to be released under FoxPack Records. !Influences: Eminem, 50 Cent & Dre.

Ranjodh “JDhee” Dheria is a 22 year old R&B vocalist from Brampton, Ontario. JDhee was initially a Hip Hop vocalist, but soon realized his true passion resided in singing. He decided to chase his dreams and ironically enough, produced his very first single called “Dream”. He decided to share his talent within the family and eventually sent the song to Reality Raj. JDhee was unaware that Reality Raj also had a passion for music. From there, Reality Raj decided to record his own lyrics to “Dream”. They soon realized that their talents complimented one another – resulting in the formation of their group “SynSational” – inspired by their older family member Shawn “Syn” Gahunia, CEO of Syn Productionz – a multi-media production company specializing in pre & post audio production.!

! All three of them collectively came together to work on their first smash hit called “Mere Naal”. Their ambition and love for music translated into SynSational releasing music videos on YouTube, where they became a “Syn” sation – pun intended. With a large fan base on YouTube they are recognized across Canada and other parts of the world such as the U.S and UK. SynSational strives to break into the American music industry as the first Indo-Canadian duet.!

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Rajan “Reality Raj” Gahunia is a 19 year old Hip Hop vocalist from Brampton, Ontario. He starting writing poetry at the age of 10. As Rajan lost his mother to cancer, he used writing as an outlet for his emotions and feelings. Rajan soon realized that his lyrical ability could be used for more than just poems. His love for music, and writing propelled him to pursue music as a career.!

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As an aspiring and unsigned dancehall artist, Eyon started making music at the age of 15 years-old. Born and raised in Toronto, he was inspired to produce music and he has released not only four mixtapes, but collaborated with artists from Toronto, United Kingdom, United States, Guyana, Jamaica, and many more around the globe. ! With his fan base on the rise, his goal is to release new music that will captivate and inspire. "Ever since I've started, I've done this as a hobby. it still is a hobby in a way, but now it has a greater purpose.” says Eyon. Within one year of starting out, he had made and released his first album called, “Hypnotized.” He later went on to producing and releasing a few more mixtapes including "Reloaded" and "You Already Know.” His chances to success grow as he improves over the years with his mastering techniques and vocal production. When he isn't glued to a computer screen making new instrumentals, you will catch him writing out ideas and lyrics for new songs. Make sure you look out for this underground superstar, and watch him make it in the music industry!

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The mandate of the See Me Effect (SME) is to promote intergenerational connection while raising awareness on dementia and other issues faced by today’s seniors. !SME is a strong advocate of seeing beyond the ‘label’ of dementia and stereotypes too often attributed to seniors. We promote the individual thriving underneath and capitalize on their strengths and skills to create meaningful connections.

SEE ME EFFECT

! Through shared activities hosted by SME, seniors and youth learn from one another. Each age group offer a wealth of resources and experiences. Bridging the two generations is vital to enriching lives and preserving history. Seniors are afforded the experience to interact and socialize with high-school youth while engaging in activities that have proven well-being and health benefits. In turn, youth fulfill their required volunteering hours for graduation and are exposed to invaluable lessons from the community’s elders. ! Our work is inspired by the Music & Memory initiative started by the 4Life Foundation (@The4LF), a non-profit organization empowering youth through partnerships with schools, government, and corporate organization. Led by 4Life’s Program Director Joseph Khargie (@JosephKhargie), students from Sir Robert Borden Business and Technical Institute, equipped with iPods and headphones, visit retirement homes in Scarborough twice a month to play personalized music for seniors with dementia. The program was launched at Extendicare Guildwood in Scaborough in 2013 and due to its success has since been introduced at a second retirement home, Chartwell Guildwood. SME hopes to expand the project to other retirement homes across the GTA. ! Our work is inspired by the Music & Memory initiative started by the 4Life Foundation (@The4LF), a non-profit organization empowering youth through partnerships with schools, government, and corporate organization.

! Led by 4Life’s Program Director Joseph Khargie (@JosephKhargie), students from Sir Robert Borden Business and Technical Institute, equipped with iPods and headphones, visit retirement homes in Scarborough twice a month to play personalized music for seniors with dementia. The program was launched at Extendicare Guildwood in Scaborough in 2013 and due to its success has since been introduced at a second retirement home, Chartwell Guildwood. SME hopes to expand the project to other retirement homes across the GTA. ! At the helm of SME are Joseph Khargie and Romina Oliverio (@RominaOliverio). Since 2007, Joseph has spearheaded numerous youth programs in the community and schools including basketball, DJing, ball hockey, dancing, soccer and others. A member of Toronto Police Services, 43 Division Community Police Liaison Committee, and former member of Toronto Police Services Chiefs Youth Advisory Committee, Joseph has established solid community relationships with Toronto District School Boards, Toronto Police Services, Toronto City Officials and Corporations. Joseph was instrumental in creating and implementing the 4Life’s Music & Memory Project. Romina Oliverio is a dementia consultant and educator. A graduate in the Gerontology certificate program at Ryerson University and Dementia Studies at Conestoga College, Romina is a writer with the Alzheimer’s Society of Toronto’s Alztunes Project, a platform dedicated to the benefits of music and memory in people with dementia. She also supports Baycrest Hospital in the Behavioural Support Unit and was previously involved with the Bitove Wellness Academy, an arts-based day program for people with dementia. Combined, Joseph and Romina bring practical and academic experience and knowledge to the project.

While SME’s current mandate focuses on music and memory, the project aims to grow into offering other collaborative activities such as visual arts; therapet visits and companionship; and technology, such as brain-stimulating games; teaching seniors computers or helping with Skype so they can connect with loved ones.

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Be smart. Don’t Drink and Drive.”

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Waterloo Region, ON -- Waterloo Regional Police continue to investigate the murder of Devane Anttony Campbell, 20 years, of Brantford, Ontario. A photo is attached to this

release. !The homicide occurred on Friday, November 30th, 2012 at 11:30 p.m. in the area of 199

Elmridge Drive in Kitchener. Mr. Campbell was in Kitchener visiting a friend at this location. !A forensic autopsy completed in Hamilton concluded that the victim died as a result of

gunshot wounds. !Police have interviewed witnesses and are asking the public for assistance in helping solve this homicide. Investigators are attempting to identify two vehicles which were observed in

the area around the time of the shooting. !The vehicle is described as a dark-colored four door which was parked in the driveway of

the complex near Elmridge Drive. !Investigators believe that the victim may have been involved in a confrontation with 2 or

more assailants. The incident is not considered a random event and no information pertaining to possible suspects is being released at this time by investigators. !

Any person with information relating to the homicide or the victim is asked to contact the Homicide Branch at 519-650-8500 X8666 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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A young 18-year-old Rap Artist From CT. Born and Raised in the Streets of Harlem NY. He soon decided to take his education too Stamford CT for High School purposes. But the State of CT didn't just bring good education in Uptown's Life. He Also Was able to find a passion in Music and making money. Conn Avenue is where he changed his whole life around and met some friends who are now brothers to Uptown. These Guys are Known as “Pop Tha Boss, Scoob La, Quellz, Jimmy Bad, Vdon” and many more. ! His Neighbourhood formed a team known as "Goon Boss". This is one of the biggest young hip hop movements that ever came from the city of stamford. Uptown Makes Music About anything that goes on in his life weather he is in a “getting money mood or a rampage shooting mood.” ! Lately Ever since his right hand man Vdon & Esko has got sentenced to 4 - 5 years in prison, Uptown raps out of anger but instead of being another Goon Boss doing something ridiculous that'll put him in Jail with the rest of his friends, He Decides Too Take his music Serious and Give The Streets what they want to hear. Promising that when his friends come home again they can come home too a new life

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! Born and raised in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada, He was inspired and was influenced by music, in which he found a way to utilize it as a way to escape life. “All I have is love for music. I started just like everyone else. But, I’m trying to be different and develop new ways to satisfy my current and new upcoming audiences.”, says Cory. His friend known as “Wright Decision”, joined together and collaborated to work with each other. Together they began a quest to create a bigger approach into the music industry. “My good friend Wright is the reason why I decided to join the music industry. I want my audiences along with Wright’s to understand and relate to our music.”

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Born in Montreal Canada on May 5th, 1994 to Kingsley & Natalie Chin-Wright, Troy was exposed to music from a young age whose genre is in R & B. His new dynamic flows, charisma, energetic musical performances and futuristic styles captivated his fans, whenever he expresses himself through his rapping. ! At the age of six, Troy relocated from Montreal to Scarborough, Ontario to area called Galloway. This move opened up a whole new world of influence, opportunities and possibilities. He began to develop a love for creative writing, often spending hours writing poetry.

By the time he started high school at Cedarbrae Collegiate Institute, that love for poetry fused with his love for hip hop, and a rapper was born. ! By grade ten, music and academics was Troy's two main focus. He teamed up with childhood friend rapper Ahmani Green who started a music group named Knockout, consisting of young local rappers and singers. The group was mentored by producer and audio engineer Kaz Matic, founder of the former ItzsoEzee Entertainment Group. Although the group separated a few months later that experience helped to launch Troy as "Wright Decision" as his artist name. ! At the age of seventeen this young lyricist writes all his records and is humble in all his endeavours as his parents values are always evident.Troy used music as a tool for expressing himself and developed a strong love for Hip Hop. "Wright Decision" feels he made the right decision in his pursuit towards a dynamic musical career. Now working hard, gaining exposure by broadcasting his work and talent, he has plans of putting himself and his hometown on the musical map and soar to immeasurable heights and success.

To some, music is a hobby, an amusement or pastime, however to Troy Chin-Wright (better known as "Wright Decision"), music is everything.

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!ABOUT US

The Scarborough Campus Community Police fall under the portfolio of the Director of Campus Safety and Security. The activities of the service are well established through policies, directives, and best practices. Much of what we do is governed by an agreement between the Governing Council of the University of Toronto and the Toronto Police Services Board. Annual reports are therefore submitted to both the University Affairs Board and the Toronto Police Services Board.

The University of Toronto Scarborough Campus Community Police Services has, as its primary responsibility, the safety and

security of the University community. The UTSC Campus Community Police Services consists of the Manager, a Staff

Sergeant, four Corporals, and nine Special Constables. All officers are sworn special constables and act under the authority

UTSC Campus Community Police coordinate community relations programs, provide speakers, answer inquiries on matters of law enforcement, advise on personal safety and security and other related topics. In 2009 the UTSC Campus Community Police also coordinated the UTSC Building Patrol, which operates year round. This service is available to all students, staff, faculty and visitors and, as well as being a safer alternative to walking alone at night, the patrollers are also responsible for building checks and general foot patrols.

University of Toronto Police Scarborough

“Historically and presently our biggest issue on campus is theft of property. Theft of laptops or for that matter any property left behind in an open to public building becomes a target for thieves. ! The University is no exception so everyone must be responsible for their own property. We have Building Patrollers (Security Guards) along with Campus Police (Sworn in Special Constables) on duty 24 hours a day, but we cannot be everywhere. So we ask people to take there property with them even if its for a short time. Why take a chance that the person next to you gets distracted and your property is taken? ! Be responsible. Reports suspicious activity to the address below. If you do lose your property, please come to the University Police office and report the incident. As above we are here 24 hours a day 365 days a year. !

We are located at Science Wing #304 Tel: 416-287-7398 / Emergency 416-287-7333-

Email: [email protected]

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As I thrive, my crown cascades

down. As the willow boughs to touch Mother Earth. !As I stretch my audience visually consumes me. Mesmerised by my growth and enveloped at the sight of me. !As I sway, undulating towards the sky, keen eyes must turn from me . For I am not of fruit - not yet ripe for the taking. !I absorb the world around me, firmly routed next to my family. An orchard of such proportions, the fruit it bares will be immense. "A harvest fit for God's table." So whispers my mother. My siblings rustle about me. The greenest of their shoots protecting me from harshness. !As I blossom, bees tend me... A Princess who will soon be as fertile, as once was her Queen. Her fertility now gone, but her beauty shines through her wizened bark still. She is so wise through the realities of life. For now - I am protected from the pollutants of the world. My giant brothers defending my honour. Soon though, I will be ripe and must choose. Choose well, with whom I bare my fruits. Where I plants my roots

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Magazine. 22 yr-old Nicholas Maharaj is from Toronto,

Ontario, Canada. He is known as a strong proponent for

community service in his city. “I generally provide information

to the general public about Crime Stoppers Programs using

social media sites like Facebook and Twitter internationally. I

believe that together we can promote the awareness of the

program, educate and stand up to street crime.”

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