Auxiliary Unit

The West Grey Police Service has 5 Auxiliary Police Officers. Auxiliary Police Officers are a group of dedicated community volunteers. They wear uniforms and are issued handcuffs and a baton. Auxiliary officers are under the direct command of the Deputy Chief of Police and an Auxiliary Sergeant.

Auxiliary Police Officers are required to complete a total of at least two 8 hour shifts per month and are also required to undergo and successfully complete regular training which includes:

• CPR and First Aid
• Use of Force and Defensive Tactics
• Firearms

The primary duty of an Auxiliary Police Officer is to perform police duties when supervised by a Police Officer.

Additionally, some areas where Auxiliary Police Officers are often used include:

• Assist with parades
• Traffic Control
• Assist at Community Events such as Fishing Derbies
• Canvas and Search for Missing Persons
• Participate in information kiosks and booths at Fall Fairs, Christmas in the Country and other community events
• Assist with the Annual Christmas Food and Toy Drives