YRP Service Board agrees to five-year deal with Police Association

A York Regional Police patch is shown Dec, 19, 2022 in Aurora, Ont. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Arlyn McAdorey

The York Regional Police (YRP) Service Board announced on Friday that it has agreed to a new five-year agreement with the YRP Association.

The YRP Service Board says the contract will result in a 6.81 per cent wage increase for officers followed by annual wage increases of 2.5 to 3.5 per cent.

The agreement was ratified unanimously by the board at a special meeting.

“This agreement is the result of several months of productive dialogue and mutual respect with the YRP Association through a challenging and unique round of negotiations. The Police Service Board is pleased to have reached a fair and fiscally responsible agreement that reflects the shared priorities of both parties and creates a strong foundation for the future,” said Steve Pellegrini, chair of the board, in a news release. “This settlement strikes the right balance and supports ongoing goals. Both parties worked toward greater alignment, with a focus on being consistent with comparators and ensuring financial certainty. We are confident this agreement positions us well to meet current and future challenges while continuing to deliver value.”

The YRP Service Board also says the agreement will include enhanced health care benefits, similar premiums for specialized duties compared to other Canadian police services, increased parental leave, and psychological benefits.

The enhancements of the agreement will progressively take effect throughout its term.

“I am confident that this agreement will allow YRP to recruit and retain the country’s finest police officers and professional talent for years to come,” said Jim MacSween, YRP chief. “The terms of the agreement place our organization in the best possible position to ensure the safety and security of citizens in our region, while providing our members with the supports they require to perform at their highest level.”

The previous agreement expired on December 31, 2024.