With more than 200 Spanish-speaking members, the LAH-ISN was created to serve as a forum for members to exchange ideas and information relevant to their experiences as Latino and Hispanic officers and civilian members. Aligned with the Service’s proactive approach to building trust and strengthening relationships with the communities it serves, the group also supports the Service’s diversity and inclusion goals. It does so by fostering an environment and culture that supports the personal and professional development of all members.

The overall objective of the LAH-ISN is to connect members across identities to provide guidance, opportunities for development, networking, and mentorship, while also hosting activities that promote community engagement, cultural awareness and inclusive dialogue.

A/Deputy Chief Myron Demkiw and Inspector Ishmail Musah, Executive Sponsors and supporters of the LAH-ISN, encourage all members to celebrate our Latin American members, who play an instrumental role in the effectiveness of our organization. 

“We must embrace our cultural differences as they are strengths and recognize opportunities to do better in our effort to serve the most multi-cultural city in Canada," said Insp. Musah. "To all of the members of Hispanic descent and our Latin American colleagues, all the best and happy celebrations for Latin American Heritage Month.”

Service members of Hispanic heritage, as well as members interested in learning more about the culture, and who would like to be contacted for upcoming events, are welcome to email lahisn@torontopolice.on.ca for more information. The ISN is looking for your ideas, input, and hopefully your involvement at some level.

Members are welcome to contact the following LAH-ISN members for more information: