Deputy Chief Appointments Add to Peel Regional Police Leadership Team

(BRAMPTON)– (April 28, 2008) - Acting Deputy Chief Dan McDonald and Superintendent Jennifer Evans have been promoted to the rank of Deputy Chief of Police effective April 28, 2008, says Emil Kolb, Chair of the Regional Municipality of Peel Police Services Board. Mr. Kolb says the Board made its decision after a two-month process culminating in interviews that took place earlier in the month.

“The Board is extremely pleased to have Deputy Chief Evans and McDonald join our executive team,” says Mr. Kolb. “Amongst a group of outstanding candidates, they excelled and deservedly earned this opportunity.”

Mr. Kolb says the appointment of the two new Deputies completes the transformation of the past few months both in terms of personnel and in organizational structure. Mr. Kolb says, “In my view, under the leadership of Chief Michael Metcalf, we are better situated than any time in our history to meet the challenges ahead; to meet the needs of our Region; and to meet and even exceed the expectations of our community.”

Chief Metcalf says he welcomes Deputy Chief Evans and Deputy Chief McDonald to his executive team. “I’ve known both Jennifer and Dan for many years. They are both quality individuals first and foremost, as well as being excellent police officers. They have my full confidence and trust, and I look forward to having them contribute to our organizational success in their new roles.”

Deputy Chief Evans says, “This is both an honour and a huge responsibility. I welcome the opportunity to work with the Board, the Chief and in particular the women and men of our police service to achieve our collective goals.”

Deputy Chief McDonald says, “You start this profession with no greater goal then to earn the trust of the community and the respect of your fellow officers. To me, that remains the objective, each and every day, and I will give 100 per cent every day to achieve it.”

Mr. Kolb says the swearing-in ceremony for Deputy Chief Evans and McDonald will take place on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at 11:00 am at the Emil Kolb Centre for Police Excellence. Biographies for the two Deputy Chiefs are attached.

The Regional Municipality of Peel Police Services Board is the governing body for the Peel Regional Police which provides policing services for the Cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and under contract, for Pearson International Airport. The Board consists of seven members, three representing the Regional Council of Peel, three provincial representatives, and one community member appointed by the Region.

For further information: Frederick Biro, Executive Director 905-458-1340.