Sault police add three new officers

Sault Police Service releases recruitment video The police force is looking at new ways to attract recruits in an increasingly challenging hiring climate. Mike McDonald reports.

The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service (SSMPS) recently welcomed three new constables to its “police family.”

Nicolas Berlingieri, Dylan Forsyth, and Nicholas Plastino have now joined the force.

“We extend a heartfelt thank you to her Honour Justice Victoria Chiappetta for helping to facilitate another swearing-in ceremony,” police officials said on social media on Wednesday.

“Congratulations to Nicolas Berlingieri, Dylan Forsyth, and Nicholas Plastino on the start of this exciting new chapter.”

Sault Mayor Matthew Shoemaker attended the swearing-in ceremony and provided words of encouragement to the new recruits.

“We thank our new constables for their commitment to the City of Sault Ste. Marie and Prince Township,” reads the post.

“The community and your new colleagues wish you a safe, happy, and fulfilling career.”

SSMPS is still actively recruiting officers.

“We are actively looking for candidates to join our team,” reads their website.

For more information on SSMPS recruitment efforts and current job postings, visit the police service’s website.

Greater Sudbury and Timmins also recently welcomed new police constables to their ranks.