Category: Police, Fire & Paramedics
OC Transpo fares and Ottawa Police Service fees to rise January 1st
All OC Transpo fares, except the EquiPass, Community Pass, and Access Pass, will increase by an average of 2.5 per cent. Effective January 1, 2021, Ottawa Police Services will be charging…
Holiday hours and new fees for Ottawa Police Service
With the Holiday Season upon us, Ottawa Police Service announce a change of service hours over the holidays – from December 24, 2020 to January 1, 2021 – with Front Desk Services at the police stations…
Stittsville Station 81 names Matthew Roberts as firefighter of the year
Matthew Roberts was named the 2019-2020 Firefighter of the Year at Stittsville’s Station 81 on November 30th. It was a proud moment for the family of Matthew Roberts, especially so for his parents Carolyn and Rick.
The festive RIDE campaign commences this weekend
To date in November, more than 40 persons have been arrested and charged for impaired driving. This included one man who was stopped, in a construction zone while workers were present…
Suspect to identify in attempted child abduction – Kanata area
The Ottawa Police Service is seeking public assistance to identify a man who was involved in an Attempted Abduction of a Child on November 6th in the Kanata area and have released a composite sketch.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower shares important information from the Ottawa Police regarding safety in our community; winter parking bans;
Ottawa Police seek assistance to identify suspect in Stittsville/Kanata thefts
The Ottawa Police Service is investigating thefts of activism/social justice signage that occurred overnight from July 22 to August 18, 2020 in Stittsville and Kanata.
Crime Prevention Week – November 1-7
This year’s theme, “Serving Ontario, Protecting Communities”, will connect Ottawa Police Service (OPS) officers with residents to show individuals and groups…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week Councillor Glen Gower shares some community notes on the upcoming City of Ottawa Budget; the new schools coming to our community; overnight roadwork at Stittsville Main and Orville Streets;…
Drive safely focus continues Thanksgiving weekend – Ottawa Police
Throughout Thanksgiving weekend, Ottawa Police officers across the city will be on the lookout for impaired driving on roads and trails, speeding, stunt and aggressive driving, as well as safety on sidewalks.
Ottawa Police remind public to protect vehicles from theft
The Ottawa Police reminds the community that the risk of thefts, and repeat thefts, of high-end Lexus and Toyota vehicles in Ottawa is still very present, particularly with larger SUVs, RX350, 4 Runner and Highlander.
Make road safety a priority every day
If you are heading outside this weekend, whether it is to walk, run, bike, scooter or go for a drive, the Ottawa Police Service reminds you to be aware of your surroundings and follow all rules of the road.
Paramedics staying safe with new PPE options – out of this world
Ottawa’s Paramedics will be looking a little space-age as they continue to find ways to provide safe and reliable service during the global pandemic.
Registration deadline for 9runrun quickly approaching
Hosted in Stittsville for the past 10 years and entering its 11th year, 9RunRun has become one of the National Capital Region’s most special running events.
Ottawa Police Service – virtual recruiting information session
If you are thinking of applying to become a police officer, have already applied, or are in the selection process, join one of the Ottawa Police Service’s (OPS) virtual recruitment information sessions.