Heroes Beyond the Badge Award Winners

We honour Constable Darrell Rivers of the Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS) for spearheading his department’s first Mooz Akinonmaaget Maa Aki, or Moose Hunt. As GSPS Indigenous Liaison Officer, Constable Rivers saw an opportunity to help Indigenous youth build positive relationships with GSPS Officers and delve into their own heritage. The youth spent a weekend with officers from GSPS, connecting to traditional Anishnawbek values and learning about hunting, firearms safety, first aid, and more. The program continues this year with more officers, more mentors, and more opportunities for Indigenous youth to learn about safety, gratitude, and respect.

Ontario Police Services! Have a police officer or civilian member who deserves to be recognized? Contact Pat Kealey and nominate someone today!