The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) may reimburse you for mileage and other reasonable travel expenses related to medical appointments—provided the travel is necessary and directly connected to a workplace injury or illness.
Members who did not previously submit a claim may be eligible to claim travel expenses retroactively. To do so, they must provide the dates of treatment and a detailed record of the expenses incurred on the appropriate form.
Reimbursement is typically available when public transit is not accessible or cannot be used due to medical limitations. It’s important to obtain pre-approval from WSIB before incurring these expenses. To receive reimbursement, you must complete and submit a Worker Travel Expense Form.
When WSIB Pays for Travel Expenses:
• Necessary and related treatment: Travel expenses are covered when the appointment or service is necessary and directly related to your work-related injury or illness.
• Mileage for no public transit: If there is no public transit available in your area, or if medical evidence shows you cannot use it due to your injury, WSIB will pay for mileage and parking.
• WSIB-approved healthcare providers: You may need to travel to a WSIB-approved healthcare provider for assessments to determine your level of impairment.
• Pre-approval: It is crucial to get pre-approval from WSIB for out-of-town travel and other forms of travel beyond public transit, such as taxis.
How to Get Reimbursed:
• Use the Worker Travel Expense Form: Complete the form to claim mileage and other travel expenses.
• Confirm attendance: You should take a travel form to your appointment and have the treating agency or doctor sign or stamp it to confirm your attendance.
• Submit the form: Submit the completed form to WSIB to be reimbursed for your expenses.
Need Help?
If you have questions, or need help with the reimbursement process, reach out directly to your WSIB case manager or nurse case manager at: Telephone: 416-344-1000, Toll-Free: 1-800-387-0750, TTY: 1-800-387-0050. You can also visit the WSIB website for more information and access to forms.
This notice is an invitation to interested OPPA Branch 5 members to send an email indicating their intention to seek election for the following position:
- Vice president (1 position): 3-year term commencing January 1st, 2026 – December 31st, 2028
- NOTE: Please go to oppa.ca Branch 5 website for job descriptions & eligibility
- Only active members of the Branch who are not fixed term civilian employees or casual part-time police employees have a right to hold office within the Branch.
A member intending to seek election to this position shall notify Financial Director Prash Niranjan by e-mail at br5.fd@oppa.ca of such intention no later than 1600 hrs. on November 05th, 2025.
The notice shall include:
- the member’s full name, work location and telephone number.
- the position being sought; and
- the member’s electronic mail must clearly identify it as originating from the candidate.
- Should an election be necessary, the election will be conducted by e-voting commencing November 06, 2025 – ending November 20, 2025, at 1600 hrs.)
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to FD Prash.
Thank you,
Dwight Young
Branch 5 President
Cell: 647-273-7720
It is with deepest regret that we announce the passing of ANGUS GRANT Badge #2121 who passed away on August 29, 2025. Angus served at Picton, Kingston and Kingston (M) Detachments before retiring as Constable from the Kingston Detachment on June 30, 1986.
Angus is survived by his wife Marguerite.
Celebration of Life has taken place.
Family has requested in lieu of flowers memorial donations to:
UHKF – Kingston General Hospital
4 55 Rideau Street
Kingston ON K7K 2Z8
uhkf.ca
Letters or cards of condolence may be forwarded to:
Mrs. Marguerite Grant and Family
c/o Scotia Trust
101 Princess Street
Kingston ON K7L 1A8
It is with deepest regret that we announce the passing of GLEN CHILDERLEY, Badge #7061, who passed away on September 20, 2025. Glen served as a Radio Operator at the Guelph Detachment before becoming an OPP Constable where he served at South Porcupine and Sebringville Detachments and North East Patrol Unit before retiring as Constable from the Perth County Detachment on September 30, 2016.
Glen is survived by his wife Colleen and children Scott, Brendan and Mark.
Celebration of Life:
Monday, October 13, 2025, from 1200 hrs to 1600 hrs
Grayson Mills
114 Erie Street
Stratford ON N5A 2M4
Family has requested in lieu of flowers memorial donations to:
Stratford Hospital Foundation
46 General Hospital Drive
Stratford ON N5A 2Y6
www.sghfoundation.org
Letters or cards of condolence may be forwarded to:
Mrs. Colleen Childerley and Family
18 McQueen Court
Stratford ON N4Z 1H5
It is with deepest regret that we announce the passing of GEORGE BALL, Badge #4012, who passed away on September 27, 2025. George served at the Kingston Detachment before retiring as Senior Constable from the Perth Detachment on December 31, 1999.
George is survived by his wife Doris, children Lonny and Geana and stepchildren Jeremy and Megan.
There will be no service.
Family has requested in lieu of flowers memorial donations to:
No donations requested.
Letters or cards of condolence may be forwarded to:
Doris McCue and Family
1554 Rideau Ferry Road
Perth ON K7H 3C7
At the 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM), four (4) Provincial Director positions of the OPPA Board of Directors will be open for election. Each position carries a term of three (3) years. Of the four positions, two are currently held by incumbent Directors who are eligible to seek re-election.
Information concerning the electoral process can be found by clicking on the PDF below, under Article 4 of the By-Laws and Section 9.4 of the Policies and Procedures.
Candidates wishing to run for the office of Provincial Director shall declare their intention in writing to the Head Office of the Association via email to elections@oppa.ca between 9 a.m. on October 1, and 4 p.m. on October 14, 2025.
Notices received from eligible candidates will be posted on the OPPA website.
Amended and Restated OPPA By-Laws (CNCA) – July 14, 2025Download
Registration is now open for the 2026 in-person and virtual Pre-Retirement seminars. The OPP Association (OPPA) in co-operation with OPP Management sponsor the seminars. These seminars will provide information regarding a member’s emotional well-being during the retirement transition, pension entitlements, insured benefits, insurance options and financial information related to retirement.
Eligibility:
Members are eligible to attend the seminar when they are within five years of their earliest unreduced retirement date (EURD), i.e., Factor 90, 60/20, age 65, Factor 85 (Civilian Only) or 50/30 (Uniform only). Members are encouraged to register for their preferred seminar date as early as possible. Please keep in mind, members are prioritized for a seminar by their EURD.
Attendance:
On-duty time and transportation to attend the seminar will be covered by the OPP, however both must be pre-approved through the member’s Detachment Commander/Manager.
Accommodation:
The OPPA will cover the accommodation expense for members who are 60 minutes or more from the location of the seminar. The expense must be pre-approved by the OPPA. Members who have not received an e-mail confirming the approval, should contact the OPPA Benefits Team via e-mail at benefits@oppa.ca.
Registration:
**Please note registration for Pre-Retirement Seminars, close one week prior to the event.**
Online registration is available at https://memberlink.oppa.ca.
Please login using your OPPA website username and password, then click the “Events” drop down and select “List of Events”. Members will receive an e-mail from ‘benefits@oppa.ca’ confirming the registered seminar date.
Members should not assume they are registered for a seminar until they receive the confirmation email.
We look forward to meeting members at the seminar and assisting with their retirement planning.
Members may contact the OPPA Benefits Team at benefits@oppa.ca or 1-800-461-4282 if they have questions regarding the above information.
Due to the ongoing postal disruption, regular mail delivery is currently unavailable. As a result, the OPPA is providing this official Notice of Meeting in accordance with Section 11.7 of the OPPA By-laws.
To ensure all members are informed, we are delivering this notice through three methods:
- Publication in OPPA-wide electronic communications (“Blast Out”)
- Posting on OPPA notice boards
- Posting on official OPPA Website
These methods are valid alternatives to traditional mail as outlined in our By-laws. This multi-channel approach ensures transparency and compliance with our governance rules.
Meeting Agenda, the following business will be addressed at the meeting:
- Regular annual business
- Presentation of financial statements and auditor’s report
- Election of Provincial Directors
- Appointment or reappointment of the public accountant
Important Note for Members Requesting Paper Notices:
If you have previously requested to receive notices by mail, this posting and publication meet the requirements under Section 11.7.2 of the By-laws during a postal disruption. Please review the full Notice of Meeting document by clicking on the PDF below.
It is with deepest regret that we announce the passing of NEIL VINGERHOETS, Badge #2780, who passed away on September 24, 2025. Neil served at Emo, Central Patricia, Rainy River, Minaki and Barrie Detachments before retiring as Sergeant from the Barrie DHQ Communications Unit on April 30, 1999.
Neil is survived by his wife Jean, and children Robert and Catherine.
Visitation:
Tuesday, September 30, 2025, from 1700 hrs to 2000 hrs
Legacy Funeral Home
600 – 55 Cedar Pointe Drive
Barrie ON L4N 5R7
Funeral Service:
Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at 1130 hrs
Legacy Funeral Home
600 – 55 Cedar Pointe Drive
Barrie ON L4N 5R7
Family has requested in lieu of flowers memorial donations to:
Royal Victoria Hospital – Kidney Clinic
201 Georgian Drive
Barrie ON L4M 6M2
www.rvh.on.ca/areas-of-care/renal/
Letters or cards of condolence may be forwarded to:
Mrs. Jean Vingerhoets and Family
32 Graham Street
Elmvale ON L0L 1P0
It is with deepest regret that we announce the passing of MICHAEL (MIKE) NEWTON, Badge #9194, who passed away on September 21, 2025. Mike was an Amalgamated member from the former Orillia Police service and retired as a Sergeant from the Orillia Detachment on April 30, 1999.
Mike is survived by his wife Peggy children Sandy, Marc and Jim.
Visitation:
Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 1330 hrs
Mundell Funeral Home
79 West Street North
Orillia L3V 5C1
Funeral Service:
Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 1400 hrs
Mundell Funeral Home
79 West Street North
Orillia L3V 5C1
Family has requested in lieu of flowers memorial donations to:
Mariposa House Hospice
1140 Brodie Drive
Severn ON L3V 0V2
www.mariposahousehospice.com
or
St. James Anglican Church Orillia
58 Peter Street North
Orillia ON L3V 6J6
www.stjamesorillia.com
or
Charity of choice
Letters or cards of condolence may be forwarded to:
Mundell Funeral Home
c/o Mrs. Peggy Newton and Family
79 West Street North
Orillia L3V 5C1