Crime Prevention Association of Toronto

In 1982, Carol Johnson noticed a drop in attendance in her fitness class as fear grew due to an increase in criminal activity in the neighourhood. It was at this time that Carol decided to do something to help reduce crime in the city and founded this organization. For 20 years, Carol was instrumental in introducing crime prevention programs to neighbourhoods throughout Toronto and was recognized for her expertise in countries like Hong Kong, Australia, Sweden, the United States and the United Kingdom.

In 1984 Carol received the Provincial Solicitor General’s Award and the Federal Solicitor General’s Award in 1986. She was elected as the Canadian Director of the International Society of Crime Prevention Practitioners in 1995 after completing her Crime Prevention Specialist certificate two years prior. In the same year, Carol also went on to receive the Woman on the Move Award while Crime Concern received the International Society of Crime Prevention Practitioners award. Carol’s husband Harry was a dedicated volunteer for over 9 years with the organization.

Carol retired from the organization in 2002 after a long career in crime prevention; however, she remains very active in the field. Carol is truly an example that one person can make a positive impact in the community!

CPAT was founded in 1982 as North York Neighbourhood Watch.  In 1990, the corporate name was changed to Crime Concern due to the expansion of demands for service and the need for programs to cover all crime prevention concerns impacting communities across Toronto. Over the years the organization has continued to grow and in November 2005, Crime Concern officially became the Crime Prevention Association of Toronto (CPAT). This name provides the community with a clear understanding of the purpose and location of the organization.