Our annual Officeroween contest is back!
Send us a photo of your child(ren) dressed in their police officer costume and enter for a chance to win a WRPS prize! Photos can be sent via direct message on any of our social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter).
Photo submissions will be shared on our social media accounts.
Contest closes October 31, 2022.
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 30, 2022, commemorated the second annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to honour the lost children and survivors of residential schools, their families, and communities.
The Waterloo Regional Police Service is committed to the important work of learning and unlearning what is required to move towards reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples in Canada. We also celebrate the resilience of indigeneity, including the unique history, languages, cultural practices, and spiritual beliefs of Indigenous peoples and to reaffirm and strengthen bonds within communities.
On September 30, we raised the Every Child Matters Flag at all of our divisions as a restatement of our commitment to truth and reconciliation.
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Read about some of our latest investigations:
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Last month, we were proud to join law enforcement agencies across North America for Operation Clear Track, the single largest rail-safety enforcement initiative in North America.
Taking place during Rail Safety Week, September 19 to 25, 2022, and coordinated by Amtrak, Operation Lifesaver Inc. and Operation Lifesaver Canada, Operation Clear Track aimed to reduce the number of railway crossing and trespassing incidents in Canada and the U.S. – incidents which seriously injure or kill more than 2,100 people in North America each year.
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A wonderful community gathering with rides, games, connections with the team, and an exhibition game in support of Make-A-Wish Canada.
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On September 3, 2022, we were honoured to attend Afro Festival in Waterloo Park.
A beautiful day to share in the celebration of culture, food, and music.
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On September 11, 2022, we were honoured to attend the 2022 Mela event hosted by the India Canada Association of Waterloo Region at Kitchener City Hall.
This South Asian cultural festival featured a celebration of music, food, friendship, and more.
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On September 10, 2022, we were honoured to attend the Muslim Social Services 15-year anniversary celebration.
We thank them for their incredible community leadership in providing spiritually and culturally sensitive humanitarian and social services to the Muslim and non-Muslim communities of Waterloo Region.
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On September 15, 2022, we were proud to join community members from across Waterloo Region to help kick-off United Way’s March of 1,000 Umbrellas campaign.
We were honoured to help raise awareness of this important campaign to ensure support is available to those in our community who need it.
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It was an inspirational start to the day at the City of Waterloo State of the City address in support of the House of Friendship on August 15, 2022.
Thank you to the Rotary Club of Waterloo for a great event and to Mayor Jaworsky for your many years of community leadership and strong partnership with our Service.
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On September 17 and 18, 2022, our Emergency Services Career Camp participants completed a weekend of learning first-hand knowledge of the duties of a police officer, firefighter, and paramedic while developing emergency preparedness skills.
Thank you to Region of Waterloo Paramedic Services and Waterloo Fire Rescue for being apart of such an amazing weekend.
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On September 17, 2022, we were happy to attend Waterloo Park in support of the AFRO Youth "Walk with Me" event, an intergenerational walk fostering the relationship between youth and seniors. |
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National Police and Peace Officer Memorial |
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On September 25, 2022, we were proud to stand with members from police organizations across the country at the Canadian Police and Peace Officers' Memorial. We also reflected on our own Constable David Nicholson #589, who passed 24 years ago. To many of us, it feels like yesterday.
This year, we also remembered Toronto Police Service Constable Andrew Hong and York Regional Police Service Constable Travis Gillespie who both tragically lost their lives recently.
#HeroesInLife
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How often do vehicle owners need to renew their licence plates?
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Our Apologies:
We would like to apologize for the question that appeared in last month's WRPS Express trivia.
The question was meant to draw attention to the serious topic of the fatal four offences, which include impaired driving, distracted driving, speeding and seatbelts, and are a cause of many fatal collisions in Waterloo Region.
Moving forward, we will ensure that items included in the WRPS Express trivia are selected with careful consideration and sensitivity as we seek to engage and inform community members.
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Last month, members joined Acting Chief Goodman to decorate Smile Cookies at Tim Hortons in support of Kids Ability and Nutrition for Learning. |
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The Waterloo Regional Police Service is committed to enhancing communication and engagement with the community - so get social with us: |
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