For a community to have an official Edmonton Neighbourhood Watch program, a volunteer (or volunteers) is required to fulfill the role and requirements of either a...
- Community Representative who represents an area as defined by the community league boundaries
- Neighbourhood Watch Ambassador who represents a smaller area such as a building, complex or neighbourhood
Why should a community establish an official Edmonton Neighbourhood Watch program?
- To create safer neighbourhoods in the community
- To support residents of the community through crime prevention programs and initiatives
- To develop volunteer expertise within the community
- To support crime prevention and safety at the community level
- To access the support, resources and training available from ENW
- To access Neighbourhood Watch community-based programs: Neighbourhood Sign program, the Door Sticker program and the Developing Communities program.
- There are many benefits and no cost to establish an official Neighbourhood Watch program.
Why is a community league or group needed to establish an official program for a community?
- Community leagues/groups have means of centralized communication and, in most cases, access to physical facilities if needed.
- For crime prevention programs to be shared, advertised and made available on a community-wide scale, a means to communicate with the residents is important. Community leagues/groups have existing systems in place such as newsletters, websites, social media etc.
- ENW requires that an official Neighbourhood Watch program must be inclusive of all residents of the community. That is easily determined by working with groups that are established as inclusive to everyone within the community.
Our Values
Why you need a Community Representative
Local Leadership is Key
For a program to succeed at the community level, someone in the community (who is from the community) has to lead that program.
Knowledge and Resources Matter
Get access to free training, crime-prevention tools, e-library materials, and support from EPS and ENW leadership.
Becoming a Community Specialist
Volunteers who become Community Representatives or Ambassadors receive training, guidance, and ongoing support to lead local efforts.
Supporting Citywide Efforts
By establishing an official program, your community can implement ENW initiatives, borrow resources, and collaborate with EPS and city safety stakeholders.
Get Exclusive Benefits for ENW Community Representatives and Neighbourhood Watch Ambassadors
Access Free Training on Crime Prevention and Community Programs
Benefit from free training provided by Edmonton Neighbourhood Watch (ENW) and the Edmonton Police Service (EPS). Topics include crime prevention, ENW programs, information on policing, and guidance on implementing community initiatives.
Support and Connections to Key Resources
Access free support to connect with Edmonton Police Services and City of Edmonton professionals and resources in the field of crime prevention and community safety.
Get Free Program Packages and Event Resources
Request ENW community-based program packages and borrow resources for community events, door-to-door campaigns, or safety fairs. Available resources include:
ENW posters, brochures, info cards, and crime prevention handouts
ID tags and lanyards for ENW volunteers
Lawn signs advertising “Crime Prevention Program in Progress”
EPS print materials
Access to the e-library, including articles, handouts, and volunteer information
Event Notifications and Dedicated Support
Receive notifications about events and workshops, and enjoy ongoing support from the ENW Executive Director, Program Director, and EPS Crime Prevention Coordinator to assist your community safety efforts.
