Ontario Provincial Police Association

06/01/2026

June is National Indigenous History Month. It's a time to recognize and celebrate the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. It’s also an opportunity to reflect, listen, and learn about the resilience and traditions that continue to shape our country and province. Together we commit to building a future rooted in respect and understanding.

06/01/2026

June is Pride Month. The OPP Association will be proudly flying the Pride flag for the month. This is a time to celebrate love, identity, and the power of being unapologetically yourself. It’s also a reminder of the ongoing fight for equality, acceptance, and inclusion for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Let’s stand together, amplify voices, and keep pushing for a world where everyone feels safe and celebrated for who they are.

05/31/2026

On May 31, 1997, OPP Senior Constable Thomas P. Coffin was shot and killed in Penetanguishene, Ontario by a man he had previously arrested for impaired driving. Tom was a very well respected police officer who will always be remembered as a hero in life.

05/30/2026

Congratulations to OPP Association Director Mike Adair on being re-elected as a 2026-2027 Board Member of the Police Association of Ontario at the 94th PAO Annual Meeting and Convention in Windsor this week.

Congratulations to fellow PAO Board Members Kathryn Chytuk and Cameron Gough who were also re-elected.

Pictured is the entire 2026-2027 PAO Board. From left to right: Mike Adair, Tim Morrison, Cameron Gough, Becky Verreault, Mark Baxter, Matt Jotham, Kathryn Chytuk, Colin Woods, Tim Reparon.

Photo courtesy of the PAO

05/30/2026

On May 30, 1923 OPP Sgt John Urquhart was shot and killed in line of duty in Cobalt, Ontario during a search for a armed & dangerous suspect. John's death started the process for spouses of officers killed in the line of duty to receive a pension. Always remembered

05/29/2026

Congratulations to all of the nominees and recipients of the 2026 Police Association of Ontario Police Hero Awards.

We’re thrilled to announce the recipients of the 2026 Police Services Hero of the Year Awards! These exceptional individuals have gone above and beyond in service to their communities, demonstrating outstanding dedication, commitment, and bravery.

Congratulations to our 2026 winners:

• On-Duty Difference Maker (Uniform Officer): Constable Preston Gabriele, Hamilton Police Service
• On-Duty Difference Maker (Civilian): Olivia Gater, Thunder Bay Police Service
• Extra Mile Award: Constable Jacob Garcia, Peel Regional Police Service
• Community Role Model: Sergeant Devon Archer, Ottawa Police Service
• Police Hero Honour Roll: Dr. Angela Eke, OPP

Thank you for your continued service and for the meaningful impact you make in communities throughout Ontario every day.

To read the full press release and learn more about this year’s recipients, visit: https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/police-association-of-ontario-honours-extraordinary-acts-of-heroism-at-the-2026-police-services-hero-of-the-year-awards-ceremony-894147156.html

05/29/2026

Congratulations to all the recipients of the Police Exemplary Service Medals, OPP Civilian Service Awards, and Peace Officer Exemplary Service Medals at yesterday's East Region OPP Awards Ceremony.

Congratulations as well to the park wardens, paramedics, police officers and community members who were acknowledged for their acts of bravery and to those who received Commissioner's Commendations.

Our OPP Association Branch 10 South President Dion Lougheed was honoured to be able to attend and address the audience with congratulatory remarks.

Thank you to everyone who makes these awards possible.

Photos courtesy of Dann Tardif and Amanda Carruthers

05/29/2026

Congratulations to OPP Association member, Dr. Angela Eke on being awarded the 2026 Police Association of Ontario Police Hero Honour Roll Award.

The award is awarded annually to a police officer or civilian police service employee who has made a significant impact over the past decade.

OPP Association President David Sabatini was honoured to present and accept the award on Angela's behalf last night at the PAO's 94th Annual Meeting and Convention in Windsor, Ontario.

Angela was recognized for her province-wide impact on policing through leadership in risk assessment, offender management, and victim protection.

She co-developed the internationally validated Child Po*******hy Offender Risk Tool (CPORT), widely used to improve risk assessment in high-risk cases. She has also led collaborative initiatives, including the CELIA Intimate Partner Violence Project, working with Indigenous partners such as the Chiefs of Ontario and the Barrie Native Friendship Centre to enhance culturally responsive policing and victim safety.

Her work continues to advance evidence-based policing through research, partnerships, and applied practice.

05/29/2026

Congratulations to OPP Association Past President John Cerasuolo on being awarded the Dennis R. Latten Award by the Police Association of Ontario last night at the 94th Annual PAO Meeting and Convention in Windsor, Ontario.

This award celebrates members who have made a lasting impact on the Police Association of Ontario through years of dedicated service. It honours individuals who have shown unwavering commitment to the PAO and its mission, embodying the PAO core values of integrity, respect, collaboration, and dedication in all they do.

Nominees for this award are known for their exceptional dedication and excellence, consistently serving as role models for their colleagues and the broader association.

📸courtesy of PAO

05/29/2026

OPP Detective Constable Steven Tourangeau died in the line of duty May 29/2023 when his unmarked police cruiser & a school bus collided near Woodstock, Ontario. Our thoughts are with Steven's family, friends, colleagues & all who mourn the bus driver who also died.