19th Annual · February 24, 2027
Student
Symposium 2027
They use you,
then lose you.
Organized crime is recruiting teenagers to take the biggest risks. This year’s symposium exposes the manipulation—and gives students the tools to recognize it.
NewRoads Performing Arts Centre
Newmarket, Ontario
The conversation students need
Expose the lie.
Protect their future.
Join us for the 19th Annual Crime Stoppers Student Symposium on Wednesday, February 24, 2027, at the NewRoads Performing Arts Centre in Newmarket.
This year’s theme, “They Use You, Then Lose You,” addresses how organized crime recruits teenagers to commit serious crimes on its behalf. Engaging presentations from law enforcement and industry experts will break down the tactics recruiters use and help students spot the manipulation before it costs them their future.
A full-day student experience
Learn. Engage.
Take action.
The symposium turns a serious real-world issue into an engaging and memorable learning experience.
Hear directly from law enforcement and industry experts.
Students will enjoy a catered lunch during the event.
Interactive learning with giveaways and Crime Stoppers gear.
Available for registered classes of 20 students or more.
Bring Crime Stoppers into your classroom
Learn it.
Create it.
Share it.
Incorporate the Crime Stoppers Viral Social Media Contest into your class project and give students the chance to learn, create and compete.
Every participating student—and you as their teacher—will receive exclusive Crime Stoppers swag. Your class can also host a Crime Stoppers in-person information session right at your school.
Be first in line for 2028.
Teachers who implement the contest as a class project will be added to the VIP list and notified about next year’s symposium before the mass distribution list is contacted.
Built for the classroom
“An engaging way to spark conversation on real-world issues while giving students the chance to showcase their creativity.”
Wednesday, February 24, 2027
Bring your students.
Space is limited and fills quickly each year. Register now to secure your class’s place at the 19th Annual Crime Stoppers Student Symposium.