The Moose Jaw Police Service welcomed five new officers Thursday, as Brett Weichel, Taylor Mazenc, Jasveer Singh and Geoffrey LaBuick were sworn in as new constables, while Joel Robinson was sworn in as an experienced officer. The event, held at the Performing Arts Theatre, featured many distinguished guests, including Moose Jaw North MLA Tim McLeod, Moose Jaw-Wakamow MLA Megan Patterson, Moose Jaw Board of Police Commission Patrick Boyle, and Minister of Community Safety Michael Weger. The Honourable Judge David Chow delivered opening remarks and administered the oaths of office. Police Chief Robert Davis said the ceremony marked an important milestone for both the service and the community. "It gets us closer to our authorized strength. If these four all graduate, plus the addition of Joel Robinson as an experienced member," Davis said. "For the individual officers, you know, this is a big day." He said watching the recruits take their oaths reminded him of his own swearing-in ceremony. "They've worked very hard over a long time to get to this day, so it's emotional. Super to see the smiles, to see the family, the friends. It's very emotional, but it's very rewarding in the sense that they've achieved the goal that they've worked so hard for." The four new constables will now head to the Saskatchewan Police College later this month for the 22-week recruit training program. Davis said the training prepares recruits for every aspect of policing. "It covers everything from their legal authorities, to the Charter Rights and Freedoms, to those hard skills like firearms, use of force, driving the police vehicles, to the mental resiliency, to how you de-escalate and diffuse situations." Local recruits eager to serve Moose Jaw Moose Jaw resident Geoffrey LaBuick said he is proud to begin his policing career in his hometown. "I grew up here my whole life, that's what I went to school for, and this is where I want to be," LaBuick said. "I've tried to leave before, and I always find myself back here, so this is where I'm happiest, and I can't wait to have a career that I want in my home." LaBuick admitted returning to the classroom is something he's looking forward to. "It's kind of fun to think about being 28 and going back to school again. I haven't been in school probably for like six or seven years now since I graduated, so it's kind of exciting." Taylor Mazenc, another Moose Jaw resident, said he's ready for the next challenge. "Definitely excited and just looking forward to what's in store for me. Not entirely sure of what I'm up against," Mazenc said. "I'm sure it's going to be very intense, and it's probably better that I don't think about it too much." Mazenc said his experience in the Canadian Armed Forces helped prepare him for a career in policing. Related Stories: ViPER team earns positive reviews after busy debut at Sidewalk Days New recruits ready to begin careers with Moose Jaw Police Service New officers set to hit Moose Jaw streets following police college graduation RCMP urge Country Thunder attendees to plan ahead, avoid impaired driving Four new faces joining Moose Jaw streets as ViPER Safety Patrol launches ▶️ Stream this news story: 800 CHAB, Country 100, Mix 103 Perseverance pays off For Jasveer Singh, Thursday's ceremony marked the culmination of years of determination. He said his interest in policing began in 2023 after working as a fraud analyst with CIBC. "I was working with CIBC as a fraud analyst. I wanted to do something and get into society and help the community where I can, not just sitting at a desk." Singh said one of his biggest challenges was failing the Peace Officer Physical Abilities Test (POPAT) on his first attempt in January 2025. "Then I really worked hard, and I prepared. After that, I passed, but it was mentally very challenging and physically very hard for me. Today I'm here, I'm very happy, but at the same time, I'm looking forward to the challenge in police college." Lifelong goal becomes reality Brett Weichel said becoming a police officer has been a lifelong dream. "I'm really proud right now that my family could be here as well to see and support me through this entire process," Weichel said. "And on top of that, I'm just really excited for the challenges that are going to come my way." Weichel said he always wanted to be the person others could turn to during difficult moments. "When I was younger, I was always told that if there's something wrong, to go find a police officer. I wanted to be that person for the rest of the community as well." He also credited his cousin, a member of the Regina Police Service, for inspiring him to pursue a policing career. "She's been my role model this entire time."