Crime Stoppers Student Symposium 2027
Join hundreds of York Region students for a powerful day of learning, conversation, and inspiration at the Annual Crime Stoppers Student Symposium—where youth voices help shape a safer community.
Time & Location
Feb 24, 2027, 9:30 a.m. – 2:20 p.m.
Newmarket, 505 Pickering Crescent, Newmarket, ON L3Y 8H1, Canada
About the event
Join us for the 19th Annual Crime Stoppers Student Symposium on Wednesday, February 24, 2027, at the NewRoads Performing Arts Center in Newmarket. This year’s theme, “THEY USE YOU, THEN LOSE YOU.”, will address how organized crime are recruiting teenagers to commit serious crime on their behalf, with engaging presentations from law enforcement and industry experts.
Students will enjoy a complimentary catered lunch, prizes, and swag.
Bus transportation is available for classes of 20 or more.
Bring Crime Stoppers into Your Classroom! Incorporate the Crime Stoppers Viral Social Media Contest into your class project this year and give your students a chance to learn, create, and compete. Every student in your class — and you as their teacher — will receive exclusive Crime Stoppers swag, plus your class will have the opportunity to host a Crime Stoppers in-person information session right at your school.
Top 2 video contest winners receive $500 and top 3 images receive $300 each.
It’s an engaging way to spark conversation on real-world issues while giving students the chance to showcase their creativity and win prizes!
Space is limited and fills quickly each year — register now to secure your spot!