YRT/VIVA Special Constable Services
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The YRT/Viva Special Constable Services is the security section of the York Region Transit (YRT) and Viva transit system in York Region, Ontario, Canada. The Special Constable Services were launched in September 2005, and are responsible for safety and security on the YRT and Viva. These Special Constables are peace officers, have similar powers as police officers, and are sworn in by the YRT/Viva and the York Regional Police.
A contingent of Special Constables patrol both YRT and Viva properties and enforce:
- Criminal Code of Canada
- Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Ontario
- Trespass to Property Act of Ontario
- Liquor Licence Act of Ontario
- section 17 of the Mental Health Act of Ontario
- Regional Municipality of York By-law R-1415-2005-028
Special constables wear distinct uniforms with black jackets and blue shirts with Special Constables identification (blue and black crest on their shoulders).
Fare Media Inspectors are enforcement officers responsible for fare inspections on Viva and issuing fines relating to fare violations.
YRT/Viva Special Constables also drive in the unmarked and marked cruisers.
The special constables patrol within areas served by the YRT/Viva.
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