The Chief's Youth Advisory Council (CYAC) Needs Your Help!

The CYAC is a youth‑led group that brings the voices and perspectives of young people directly to the Chief of Police. The Council helps build understanding and respect between youth and members of the Greater Sudbury Police Service.

This volunteer opportunity is open to youth ages 15–21.

Why You Should Join:

  • Make a difference in your community
  • Be the voice for young people to the Chief of Police
  • Increase friendship circles
  • Lead inspiring and motivational projects within the community
  • Credit towards Community Service Volunteer Hours required for secondary school graduation
  • Fun!  
Responsibilities of CYAC Members: 
  • Provide input on the GSPS (Greater Sudbury Police Service) Youth Strategy.
  • Advise on how GSPS can engage young people to find solutions to youth issues.
  • Bring forward information on issues/barriers to police/youth relations.
  • Provide suggestions on how to recruit future GSPS members in order to be reflective of our diverse community.
  • Provide information for the CYAC webpage and social media content.
  • Organize events to support the “Courage to Stand” message.
  • Recommend initiatives, events and programs for the Chief's Youth Initiative Fund.
  • Participate, if personal time and commitment allows, in other GSPS events related to children and youth.
Duties of CYAC Members:
  • Attending and fully participating in meetings. 
  • Keeping informed on roles, responsibilities, and activities of CYAC.
  • Serving on sub-committees and volunteer at CYAC sanctioned projects/initiatives which require commitment beyond regular scheduled meeting times. 
  • Sharing information/concerns as appropriate.
  • Notifying the CYAC Committee Chair of attendance if unable to attend meetings.
  • Members are required to arrange their own transportation to and from meetings and events.
CYAC Meetings:
  • CYAC will meet on the second Tuesday of every month (with revisions for certain holidays/dates of significance)
  • Meetings will be held at the Greater Sudbury Police Service (190 Brady Street, Sudbury ON) from 4:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. (unless alternative time and location is required).
  • CYAC members must maintain respect and practice active listening during the meetings. 

How to Join CYAC: 

If you are interested in joining CYAC, please submit:

  • A resume
  • Two reference letters
  • A response to the application question — this can be a written piece, poem, video, or another creative format

Your response should demonstrate your curiosity, commitment, and reasons for wanting to join CYAC. Think about the strengths and experiences you would bring to the group, including ways you have contributed to your family, friends, school, or community.

Please also explain how, as a CYAC member, you would help make the following statement a reality:

The Greater Sudbury Police Service Chief’s Youth Advisory Council (CYAC) has an important role in bringing the voice of young people to the Chief of Police and creating a bridge of understanding between youth and members of the Police Service.

Mail, deliver, or email submission attention to:

Volunteer Coordinator 
Greater Sudbury Police Services
190 Brady St. Sudbury, ON
P3E IC7

Email: 
volunteering@gsps.ca

We thank all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.