At the April 16 Branch 1 meeting, Giovanni Oliverio was presented with the McFadden/Eve Bursary, recognizing his outstanding performance as a recruit upon successfully completing probation. Congratulations, Giovanni, on this well-deserved recognition.
Branch 12 South Golf Tournament & Check Presentation at Mattawa Hospital – Over $5,000 Raised for Mattawa Hospice!
The tournament took place on September 8th at Osprey Links Golf Course in Callander, with proceeds going to support the Mattawa Hospice. A heartfelt thank you to all participants and sponsors who made this event a success!
(PEMBROKE, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) hosted their annual Kids, Cops and Canadian Tire Fishing Derby on Saturday, August 9, 2025.
UOV OPP officers and Auxiliary Officers, along with dedicated community volunteers, hosted the children’s fishing derby at the Pembroke Waterfront. A sunny and warm day brought out 84 young anglers that took part in the catch and release derby along the picturesque banks of the Ottawa River.
This event is sponsored by Fishing Forever, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to funding worthwhile fishing, conservation, and education projects. It is also supported by the City of Pembroke, Pembroke Police Service Board, the Police Association of Ontario, Ontario Provincial Police Association, Canadian Tire, Giant Tiger, Allan’s Bait and Tackle, Wholesale Club, Renfrew County Crime Stoppers and the OPP Youth Foundation.
According to Bob Izumi, chair of Fishing Forever, there is nothing that puts a smile on a kid’s face faster than catching a fish. “That’s why I love to create opportunities for children and families to go fishing,” states Izumi. “Fishing is one of the very best ways for parents and other adults to establish productive and healthy relationships with children.”
The tournament raised almost $3000 for the Renfrew Food Bank.
Colleen Eve and John Eve present the McFadden/Eve Award to Adam Charron, an honour given annually to a standout new recruit.
Colleen Eve and John Eve present the McFadden/Eve Award to Adam Charron, an honour given annually to a standout new recruit.
OPPA Branch 4 Vice-President Dan Pyrah was on hand this week with Mississauga OPP Staff/Sgt Reggie Dava and Sgt Kerry Schmidt to present a cheque to Eden Food For Change food bank. The OPPA helped in raising over $91 000! Thanks to all involved ❤️
OPP Association 4 Branch celebrated the service of a number of their members with the presentation of Service Pins at their annual Formal Spouse Branch 4 Christmas Party this weekend in Burlington.
VP David Sabatini and Director Mike Adair were present to assist 4 Branch VP Dan Pyrah with the presentations.
Congratulations and thanks for your service to the OPPA:
Retired Civilian Director Ingrid Eakins 20 year pin
Financial Director Bob Wiens
15 year pin
Br4 VP Dan Pyrah
15 year pin
Donna Mason Burlington OTU Rep
10 year pin
On behalf of Br4 President Darren Barbas, thank you to all of the members, staff and spouses who attended and supported the dinner this year.
In group pic:
Milton OTU rep Jeff Sewell, OPPA V-P Dave Sabatini, Mississauga rep Noel Bowes, Financial Director Bob Wiens, retired Civilian Director Ingrid Eakins, V-P Dan Pyrah, Burlington OTU rep Donna Mason, Wayne White, Director Mike Adair, Burlington rep Paul Basilio, Scott Mills