It’s #SafeBoatingAwarenessWeek

🚤 Make sure you practice the #BoatingSafety tips in this video to make your next trip on the water 🌊 is smooth sailing.

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The #OPP will be conducting patrols and RIDE checks this #LongWeekend to tackle the #BigFour : speed, seatbelt non-compliance, impaired and distracted driving. Whether you're cruising the roads, hitting the trails, or making waves on the water, safety comes first!

“I was the neighbourhood babysitter… a few of the kids I babysat are now police officers, so it kind of goes full circle.” An #OPP victim specialist shares their story. opp.ca/news/#/viewnew…

#VictimsWeek

This morning at #OPP General Headquarters in Orillia, members stood together in solidarity, reaffirming our commitment to stand against all forms of gender-based violence.

You, too, can take a stand. Learn more Moose Hide Campaign. #MooseHideCampaignDay

Today, #OPP members stood together in ceremony and solidarity to support Moose Hide Campaign Campaign Day’s goal to end domestic and gender-based violence. #SafeCommunities

Please do not call 911 for information about today’s Alert Ready test. Using 911 for non-emergency calls could delay help for people experiencing real emergencies. For non-emergencies, dial 1-888-310-1122.

411 people were killed in collisions on #OPP -patrolled roads in 2023, marking the first time the number of fatalities exceeded 400 since 2007. Tragically, the majority of these fatal collisions were caused by poor behaviours and actions of road users. [1/2]

3,000+ sexual assaults are reported to the #OPP each year.

The OPP's Victim Specialist Program, consisting of specially trained civilian members, supports victims/survivors through communication and information, ensuring a victim-centred, trauma-informed approach.

OPP and community members gathered with the Pierzchala family for the 2nd Annual Memorial Run in honour of our fallen hero,  #OPP  Constable Greg Pierzchala. Funds raised support local students through a memorial scholarship and projects at his home church in Barrie.  #HeroesInLife

One year ago on May 11, 2023, Sergeant Eric Mueller was killed in the line of duty. His life and sacrifice will always be remembered. #HeroesInLife .

348 charges against 64 individuals in child sexual exploitation investigation, Project Aquatic, by #OPP -led Provincial ICE Strategy. Protect Children

No matter where you are in Canada, we’re here to help you #GetPrepared for emergencies. Keep your household ready by building an #EmergencyKit using our checklist:

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Hearing or seeing the words SHELTER IN PLACE can evoke feelings of anxiety, fear and confusion.

Where should you go? What should you do?

Your questions answered here.
#SafeCommunities

#OPP announces the results of a major child sexual exploitation investigation involving 27 Ontario police services.

Join us for a live media event tomorrow, May 8 at 10:00 A.M.

Pets and service animals are family too! Make sure your fur babies are safe during emergencies with these tips. #GetPrepared

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