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Thunder Bay’s Project Support pilot logs 9,100 engagements

9/9/2026

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Thunder Bay Police Service concluded the Project Support pilot after recording over 9,100 engagements.
The pilot ran April 20–Sept. 1, pairing officers with social navigators on foot and vehicle patrols.
It generated 343 referrals (89 accepted), 78 arrests and 74 provincial offence notices.
Staff Sgt. Kevin Bradley said businesses reported fewer thefts, fewer disruptions and higher morale.
Mayor Rybak announced downtown patrols will continue, with a new pilot possibly restarting next spring.

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Story summary

Thunder Bay Police Service concluded the Project Support pilot after recording over 9,100 engagements.
The pilot ran April 20–Sept. 1, pairing officers with social navigators on foot and vehicle patrols.
It generated 343 referrals (89 accepted), 78 arrests and 74 provincial offence notices.
Staff Sgt. Kevin Bradley said businesses reported fewer thefts, fewer disruptions and higher morale.
Mayor Rybak announced downtown patrols will continue, with a new pilot possibly restarting next spring.