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OPS partners with Trillium Gift of Life Network, Ottawa Paramedics, Coroner’s Office to identify potential tissue donors

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, January 10, 2019    11:40am 

(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is pleased to announce a new initiative in partnership with Trillium Gift of Life Network (TGLN), Ottawa Paramedic Service, and the Ottawa Coroner’s Office.

This new partnership coordinates the efforts of all three services to help save and enhance lives. It will assist in identifying potential tissue donors, who need to be referred within 12 hours to preserve the opportunity for donation.

“This...

Drivers aren’t getting the message about the dangers of distracted driving

By Cst. Sean Ralph and Cst. Michel Vandal, December 2018

Despite education campaigns like our own Leave the Phone Alone and ongoing enforcement, distracted driving is the number one cause of injuries and deaths on Ontario roadways. 

For some reason, drivers aren’t getting the message about just how dangerous driving distracted is.

Why should you put the phone away while driving?

You are 23 times more likely to be involved in a collision if you text while driving. Talking on the phone increases your...

Steps you can take to have a safe and crime-free holiday

By Sgt. Andrew Pidcock, December 2018

My favourite time of the year is coming up!  The Holiday Season is a time to share with loved ones.  Many of you will be staying home to celebrate and others will be travelling to visit loved ones near and far.  Many will be busy shopping for gifts right up to the last minute!  

Unfortunately this can also be a busy time of year for those who may be looking at taking advantage of these traditions.  

Here are some tips to follow to ensure a safe and enjoyable time...

Ottawa Police launches the 2019 Thomas G. Flanagan S.C. Scholarship Award

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, October 18, 2018    2:05pm 

(Ottawa)—In recognition of Persons Day on October 18, the Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for the 2019 Thomas G. Flanagan S.C. Scholarship Award.

The $1,500 scholarship was established in 1993 in honour of the late Thomas G. Flanagan, who served as chief of police of the OPS between 1989 and 1993. It is presented annually to a woman from a racialized or indigenous community who is...