The Durham Regional Police Service is now accepting applications for its 2026 Older Adults Police Academy to help seniors in Ajax, Ontario, learn about local law enforcement and community safety. The week-long program, which started in 2019, runs from May 11, 2026, to May 15, 2026, at the Iroquois Park Sports Centre in Whitby.
Residents who are 55 or older and live in Durham Region are eligible to apply, provided they pass a background check. Applications for the program opened on February 27, 2026, and give participants a chance to see how officers handle daily tasks and investigations.
Participants will learn about several parts of police work, including how 911 calls are handled, how K-9 dog teams work, and how tactical units operate. The classes also cover forensic identification and the rules regarding the use of force.
A major focus of the academy is fraud awareness, which is a key topic after a December 2025 investigation into a $2 million theft and fraud case at a warehouse in Ajax. Officers hope that by teaching these safety skills, seniors can act as ambassadors who share what they have learned with their neighbours.
