• Some community members residing in gang and crime impacted neighbourhoods advised that they have a strong general fear of leaving their residence on a daily basis.

• The fear stems from local crime incidents, homicides, shootings, news coverage, social media, adopted experiences from other community members, and a general feeling of distrust.

• Contrary to what may appear as popular opinion, most gang and crime impacted community members advised that they wanted more of a uniform police presence in their neighbourhood to increase their general feelings of safety and foster a healthy community, including; going out to the park with their children, being able to get groceries for their family without fearing for their safety, being able to work shift work without feeling as though they will be a victim of a random shooting, and being able to socialize and build relationships with local community members, leaders, and social services