Thank you to you the members of the OPP Association for the tireless and yet rewarding work you do each and every day to serve and protect the people of Ontario. This year we have had some serious situations to deal with, several of which have severely impacted our members. Our thoughts are with those members and their families. All of our Board of Directors and staff have been extremely busy, and with the pending contract negotiations 2022-23 promises to be a hectic, and hopefully a very productive year.
Your dedication and personal sacrifice that you and your loved ones make for our safety is valued and appreciated. On this day, we remain mindful of our members who have paid the ultimate sacrifice and we also remember those who have not survived to be there for their families due to Operational Stress Injuries.
Special thank you to our members who are working, and away from their loved ones today.
Labour Unions and Police Associations are an integral part of creating and maintaining a safe, respectful and prosperous workplace. Labour Day has been a statutory holiday in Canada since 1894. It celebrates the accomplishments of the labour movement and the benefits of having a union at work. Click here to read more about “The First Labour Day”.
As we celebrate Labour Day 2022, and our kids are getting back to school, I wish to you and yours on behalf of the Board of Directors and staff of the OPP Association a happy and prosperous fall season.
Rob Stinson
President
Ontario Provincial Police Association
Lianne Hovingh and OPPA Director Lynn Neale join the 10-5 Podcast to discuss the upcoming Canadian Police Memorial “Ride to Remember” and the Marc Hovingh Memorial Ride, Run or Walk taking place on September 10th.
You can listen to the podcast on the player above, or all episodes on the OPPA public website OPPA.ca/Media or on Google, Apple, Spotify and more platforms by clicking on the image above.
For more information on the Canadian Police Memorial “Ride to Remember” please click here.
For information on the National Peace Officers’ Memorial Run, please click here.
For more information on the Canadian Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial, including video of previous ceremonies, please click here.
If you have any questions about this episode of the 10-5 Podcast, please email us at communications@oppa.ca
Brent Young from the OPP Youth Foundation Pathway of Memories Committee and Sherri DeGroot, Director of Brand and Business Development for the OPP Association Credit Union, join the 10-5 Podcast to talk about the Pathway of Memories and how you can be a part of it.
o listen to all 10-5 Podcast episodes click on OPPA.ca/Media click on the player above or on the photo above for links on Google, Apple, Spotify and more.
For additional information on the OPP Youth Foundation and the Pathway of Memories please visit OPPYouthFoundation.ca
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If you have any questions about this episode of the 10-5 Podcast, please email us at communications@oppa.ca
The Canadian Police and Peace Officers’ 45th Annual Memorial Service will take on September 25, 2022, at 11am on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, ON. Michael Gendron is the Government and Media Relations Officer for the Canadian Police Association and the Media Coordinator for the Canadian Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial. He joins the 10-5 Podcast to discuss this year’s service and the history of the Memorial.
You can listen to the podcast on the player above, on the OPPA public website OPPA.ca/Media or on Google, Apple, Spotify and more platforms by clicking on the image above.
For more information on the Canadian Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial, including video of previous ceremonies, and the 2022 livestream links please click here.
Information on the Canadian Police Memorial Ride to Remember can be found by clicking here.
The National Peace Officers’ Memorial Run takes place from September 22 to 24, 2022. Please click here to register or for further information.
If you have any questions about this episode of the 10-5 Podcast, please email us at communications@oppa.ca
Saturday September 10th on Manitoulin Island.
On November 19th, 2020, Ontario Provincial Police Constable, Marc Hovingh died protecting and serving the communities of Manitoulin Island.
In 2021 was the first Memorial Bicycle Ride to remember Marc’s life. This year, in 2022, you are invited to come and be involved in The Marc Hovingh Memorial Ride, Run or Walk.
The Ontario Provincial Police has again partnered with the Hovingh family and the Manitoulin Island communities to memorialize Marc’s life and his unwavering service to his community and the Province of Ontario. Marc was committed to his family and his community through his work, his church and his desire to help those in need.
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In the spirit of how Marc lived his life, this event will be raising awareness and funds for the Ontario Provincial Police Youth Foundation, an organization that mirrors what Marc’s life displayed, providing those in need of assistance.
You can ride your bike, run or walk to raise awareness and funds. There are various distances to choose from, so pick the one that will challenge you and show your support.
You can purchase a riding jersey or running shirt for the event. ***The store will only be open until Friday, August 19th, to guarantee delivery before the event*** Link to store.
Sherri deGroot is the Director of Brand and Business Development OPPA Credit Union. She joins the 10-5 Podcast to discuss to talk about the Credit Union and its services for OPP Association Members. Topics include the history of the OPPA Credit Union, an overview of the services they provide, benefits of switching to the OPPA Credit Union, and community involvement.
Listen on the player above, or on all major podcast platforms. All links available by clicking the image above.
For additional information please visit www.oppacu.com. The OPPA Credit Union can also be reached at contactus@oppacu.com or 1-800-461-4288.
If you have any questions about this episode of the 10-5 Podcast, please email us at communications@oppa.ca
Director of OPP Fleet, Supply and Weapons Services, A/Supt Robyn MacEachern and Deputy Director of Fleet Services and Garage Operations Rick Andrews join the 10-5 Podcast to discuss the OPP’s fleet renewal efforts. Topics include the status of the fleet renewal, supply chain issues, challenges with vehicles over the mileage threshold, and fleet optimization and balanced usage of vehicles.
You can listen to the podcast on the player above, on the OPPA public website OPPA.ca/Media or on Google, Apple, Spotify and more platforms by clicking on the image above.
If you have any questions about this episode of the 10-5 Podcast, please email us at communications@oppa.ca
In the conclusion of our series on resiliency, Derek Banks, currently an Acting Inspector with the OPP, shared his story of resiliency with the delegates at the OPP Association’s 2021 Annual General Meeting.
You can listen to the podcast on the player above, on the OPPA public website OPPA.ca/Media or You can listen to the podcast on the player above, or on the OPPA public website OPPA.ca/Media, or on Google, Apple, Spotify and more platforms by clicking on the image above.
The Encompas Mental Health Wellness Program is available to eligible active and retired OPPA Members:
Telephone – 1-866-794-9117 (Available 24/7)
Email – info@encompascare.ca
Website – EncompasCare.ca
If you have any questions about this episode of the 10-5 Podcast, please email us at communications@oppa.ca
In the third installment of our series on resiliency, OPP Communications Operator Sue Weir, also known as Comm Centre Sue, shared her story of resiliency with the delegates at the OPP Association’s 2021 Annual General Meeting.
You can listen to the podcast on the player above, on the OPPA public website OPPA.ca/Media or on Google, Apple, Spotify and more platforms by clicking on the image above.
The Encompas Mental Health Wellness Program is available to eligible active and retired OPPA Members:
Telephone – 1-866-794-9117 (Available 24/7)
Email – info@encompascare.ca
Website – EncompasCare.ca
If you have any questions about this episode of the 10-5 Podcast, please email us at
Continuing our series on resiliency, we feature a presentation delivered by OPP Sergeant Angela Stiles to the delegates at the OPP Association’s 2021 Annual General Meeting. In this presentation, Sergeant Stiles spoke about her journey as an OPP officer.
You can listen to the podcast on the player above, on the OPPA public website OPPA.ca/Media or on Google, Apple, Spotify and more platforms by clicking on the image above.
The Encompas Mental Health Wellness Program is available to eligible active and retired OPPA Members:
Telephone – 1-866-794-9117 (Available 24/7)
Email – info@encompascare.ca
Website – EncompasCare.ca
If you have any questions about this episode of the 10-5 Podcast, please email us at communications@oppa.ca