They Choose to Serve

When you think of professions dedicated to serving your communities what do you think of? Do you think of clergy, health care professionals, or perhaps those who work at food banks and shelters? You might have even thought of the men and women of the Armed Forces who serve our country. Did you think of law enforcement professionals?

Law enforcement is a complex, challenging and demanding profession, and it is a profession of service. It is a profession of men and women who have chosen to serve their communities by taking an oath to Serve and Protect. {read more}

Make It Safe campaign starts Sept. 25th

The Make It Safe initiative is a 10-day online safety campaign from the John Petropoulos Memorial Fund (JPMF), a Calgary-based charity committed to keeping first responders safe on the job.

The goal of the campaign is to raise awareness about workplace safety hazards impacting first responders.

Beginning on Sunday, Sept. 25th and running through Tuesday, Oct. 4th the social media campaign will use the hashtag #MakeItSafe. {read more}

Honour the fallen on Sunday, Sept. 25th

Canadian Police & Peace Officers’ Memorial Day services take place on Sunday, Sept. 25th.

This national memorial day takes place during the last Sunday in September and offers Canadians the opportunity to honour and appreciate law enforcement officers who have dedicated their lives to keeping our country safe.

Over 860 fallen officers – including Const. John Petropoulos – are engraved on Honour Roll tablets, located on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. {read more}