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TPS Officer Honoured with Heroes Beyond the Badge Award for Theatre Kidz n’ Cops Drama Program

Toronto Police Service Officer Honoured with Heroes Beyond the Badge Award for Empowering Youth Through Theatre Kidz n’ Cops Drama and Dance Program

For Immediate Release: March 18, 2026

(Toronto, ON) – The Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP), in partnership with General Motors and OnStar Canada, is proud to recognize the outstanding work of Constable Amanda Hypolite with the Heroes Beyond the Badge Award. The latest award recipient is being celebrated for her leadership in creating Theatre...

OACP Statement on Hate Crimes and Rising Antisemitism in Ontario

OACP Statement on Hate Crimes and Rising Antisemitism in Ontario

Date: March 18, 2026

Police services across Ontario reaffirm our unwavering commitment to protecting the health, safety, and dignity of every person in our province. Hate crimes and hate‑motivated incidents—whether targeting individuals on the basis of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected ground - is an attack on the shared values that bind our communities. We condemn all forms of hate...

2026 OACP & Blue Line Expo and Professional Development Day

The OACP is once again proud to partner with Blue Line Magazine to bring police leaders and members to the OACP & Blue Line Expo and Professional Development Day, on Thursday, April 29, 2026, at the International Centre in Mississauga, ON.

The event will feature sessions curated for all ranks and a trade show floor showcasing the newest products, technologies, services, and solutions for procurement professionals, senior police leaders, and other members of the policing, first responder, and...

Who is Your Nominee for a 2026 OACP Annual Award?

The Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police’s (OACP) Annual Awards recognize police personnel whose work makes a meaningful difference in the lives of Ontarians every day. We invite you to submit nominations for the following awards. Who will you nominate?

• OACP Traffic Safety Excellence Award
• OACP Award of Excellence in Community Safety, Wellness, and Crime Prevention
• OACP/CCN Catherine Martin Award of Excellence in Media Relations and Corporate Communications
• OACP Excellence in Information...

Have You Registered for the 2026 OACP Annual Conference?

It’s hard to believe that the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police’s (OACP) 2026 Annual Conference is only a few months away. The conference will take place May 31-June 3, 2026, in Niagara Falls, ON. Now is the time to register and secure your spot at the conference, along with your accommodations.

This year’s theme is “Legacy. Innovation. Service. – 75 Years”. As we celebrate our association’s 75th anniversary, the conference will focus on leadership and excellence in policing that serves as...