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The Wake-Up Calls
Wednesday, October 9th, 2019
The term “wake-up call” is often referred to as a singular moment.
Much like the “light bulb moment,” it is supposed to be a sudden realization that inspires one to take action.
The period of enlightenment is one element of the wake-up call, and the response to it – if it happens at all – is another potential component.
In our experience, there have been countless wake-up calls when it comes to workplace safety. {read more}
Pinning Hopes
Thursday, October 3rd, 2019
In the time between the line-of-duty death of Const. John Petropoulos on Sept. 29, 2000 and the creation of the non-profit society that later incorporated his name, there was a lot going on for those closest to the Calgary police officer.
John’s widow, family, and friends oversaw the donation of his organs – which gave life and new hope to others – and they went about the sombre task of laying the 32-year-old to rest.
These were painful times. {read more}
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What Would John Think?
Tuesday, September 24th, 2019
Sept. 29, 2019 will mark the 19th anniversary of the line-of-duty death of Calgary Police Service Const. John Petropoulos.
It’s difficult to speculate about what kind of man John would be today, had he not died at an unsafe workplace.
He would most likely be a dog owner, and maybe a father.
The 51-year-old would certainly be a proud uncle, a beloved brother and a devoted husband. {read more}
