BPS Association
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The Brockville Police Association is proud to announce the Fifth Annual “COPS CARE FOR KIDS” rally

The Brockville Police Association will be seeking suitable and deserving candidates to be nominated and ultimately selected for a special and memorable event arranged by the Brockville Police Association in hopes of bringing some joy and creating special memories in a child (and family) that is fighting a difficult fight.

The Brockville Police Association which is a constant supporter of kids and the community, started this program three years ago and want to continue the program.

We are seeking out nominations for deserving kids who meet the following criteria:

  • Must be between 3 – 16 years of age
  • Must reside within the area of Brockville
  • Have a serious medical illness or affliction
  • Be willing to be accessible to various media forms

How to enter/what must be included:

  • Name and age of applicant
  • Name and relationship of nominator (**must have parents’ permission**)
  • Name of parents and contact information
  • Nature of illness – brief history
  • List three hobbies or interests of the child

***Applications may be received in two ways***

  1. Attend Brockville Police headquarters located at 2269 Parkedale Avenue and place the nomination in a sealed envelope in the specially marked box in the lobby
  2. Email to brockvillepoliceassociation@gmail.com  Attention: Cops Care for Kid

Closing date for nominations will be April 3, 2016 and the successful applicant will be announced in May, 2016.

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“Cops and the Captain Care for Kids!”

Community Rallies behind Cops Care for Kids Fundraiser

Huge Success, what an incredible night at Captain George’s Fish and Chips Brockville. A big thanks to the community that came out to support us by dining in, take out and donations. Thank you to all of the Brockville Police and Captain George Restaurant team and all of the volunteers. Special shoutout to Adrian Geraghty, you were the perfect host. Anyone that is interested in making a donation, you can drop it off at Captain George’s Restaurant at 241 Park Street, Brockville.

Hope to see you all next Monday, February 29th, same place, same time.

Cops Care and Captain George's Partnership
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‘Cops Care for Kids’ Campaign

The Brockville Police Association has teamed up with the Brockville Police, Brockville Police Community Volunteers and former Sergeant, Surinder Gill of Captain Georges Fish and Chips to raise funds for the “Cops Care for Kids” Campaign.  Come out and join us starting February 22nd 2016 at Captain Georges between 4:30 pm and 7 pm.  Volunteers from the Association and  Police Service will be seating, cooking and serving dinner.  The event will run for five consecutive Mondays starting on the 22nd of February.  We hope to see you there!

Each year the Brockville Police Association selects a child in our community who is undergoing a difficult time.  We will be seeking nominations in the very near future and hope this event allows for more than one child to share their dream in 2016!  The “Cops Care for Kids” campaign raises funds to provide something meaningful to the child and their family.  More information is available at https://jgr8poxkdf.wpdns.site/cops-care-for-kids-program/

 

 

Special Olympics Feb 2016
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Special Olympic Athletes

The Brockville Police Service proudly sponsored the Special Olympics athletes and coaches so they can attend the Montreal Canadians Alumni game during Brockville’s Winter Classic.  We wish them all the best as they travel to Newfoundland for the National Winter Games. 

 

 

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Lock It Down!

With the holiday season almost upon us, the Brockville Police Service is encouraging motorists and passengers to LOCK IT DOWN!! when it comes to their vehicles and not to leave valuables in plain view. The Brockville Police Service is participating in the Ontario Assocaition of Chiefs of Police’s (OACP) annual Lock It OR Lose It campaign. The campaign is a crime prevention program that encourages drivers and passengers to take precautions to protect their vehicles and vehicle contents from theft, particularly during the holiday season but also throughout the year.

“Thieves know that an unlocked vehicle is an open invitation to crime. So is leaving your valuables in plain sight,” said Staff Sergeant Todd Bertrend. “This is a busy time of the year. Its easy to be distracted and leave your vehicle unlocked or valuables in your car. Take extra time to lock it down.”

The campaign is supported by a number of Provincial partners, including the Insurance Bureau of Canada.

During the Lock IT OR Lose It Campaign, Police Officers and Brockville Police Community Volunteers examine parked vehicles to confirm they are locked and that no valuables have been left in plain view. Officers or Volunteers place a small notice on vehicles checked indicating what safety precautions were neglected and offer simple prevention tips for drivers to protect their vehicles against theft. The notices also congratulate drivers who have secured their vehicle.

Motorists and passengers are urged not to keep personal documents such as vehicle ownership, liability pink slips, credit card invoices, or other documents containing personal information in their vehicles. Identity thieves are looking for such documents so they can assume identities, secure credit card accounts, lease vehicles for export, and even take out a mortgage against victim’s properties without their knowledge.

Facts:

* The Lock It OR Lose It Campaign is supported by Accident Support Services, International, Insurance Bureau of Canada, Interac Association/Acxsys Corporation, Mac’s Convience Stores, and Smart Serve Ontario.

* Auto thefts have been on the decline over the past decade – this is great news. However, in the past 12 months, there has been an uptick. Stolen vehicles are up 1% to 73,924 across Canada.

* There has been an increase in identity theft in recent years. Cases of identity theft and fraud have increased across Canada from 10,807 in 2010 to 11,594 in 2013 – a 6% increase.

 

Police Car Donation
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Community Policing Donation

Petro Canada owner Mark Snider and Regional Manager Paul Babcock donated a Childs Battery Ride On Police GMC Yukon SUV and various games.

The goal is to assist the Brockville Police Service in engaging youth so they have more opportunities to deliver safety messages to them.

The Petro Canada is proud to be a supporter of keeping Brockville a safe community!

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Crime Prevention Seminar

The Brockville Police Service is proud to have a strong partnership with the business community in keeping Brockville a Safe Community.

The Brockville Police Service will be hosting a presentation to business owners, managers and front line staff on crime prevention techniques on November 5, 2015 from 9am-12pm at the 1000 Islands Mall in the Community Room across from Sears.

Topics will include:
• How to identify and respond to a shoplifter
• What to do in the event of a robbery
• Fraud scams that are targeting businesses
• Counterfeit money identification
• Quick cash schemes
• Current and emerging trends

The seminar is free but registration is required.
To register send an email to Cst.Mark Heffernan at mheffernan@jgr8poxkdf.wpdns.site or call 613-342-0127 ext. 4228 Please include the participants name, contact number and business they are representing.

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Passing of K9 Trax

It is with sadness that we advise of the passing of our former Police Dog, Trax. We have placed our flags at half mast on his behalf.

Trax was our previous canine and worked with Sgt. Shawn Borgford. He will be sadly missed by Shawn and his family. Police dogs become more than a partner, they become integrated into the handler’s family.

Trax now joins “Brock” and “Septor” in our K9 Hall of Honour.

Thanks for your years of service to Brockville Trax!!

Trax was proven and remained effective in all areas including tracking, drug detection, evidence recovery, handler protection and suspect apprehension.

Trax and Sgt. Borgford enjoyed a strong relationship with the community. Countless public demonstrations assisted with public awareness, student education and the necessary development of positive and trusting relationships with members of the community.

Trax spent 9 years patrolling the community, he was 13 years of age at his passing.

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Part-Time Dispatcher

The Brockville Police Service is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Part-Time Dispatcher.  The Brockville Police serve the community of Brockville Ontario which has a population of approximately 23,215 people and handled 12,762 calls for service in 2014.   A dispatcher at the Brockville Police Service is constantly busy and will perform a number of different duties each shift.

Applicants will:

  • Have completed a post-secondary education in an 911 Emergency response field.
  • Be a team player and willing to adhere to departmental policies and procedures.
  • Be a quick learner, who is self-motivated and able to perform without constant supervision.
  • Be available to work part-time in a busy communications centre.
  • Have excellent interpersonal skills and a history of working with the public.
  • Have excellent multi-tasking abilities.
  • Be able to work 12 hour shifts, days or nights, weekends and statutory holidays.
  • Knowledge of police operations and previous experience in the police dispatching field will be considered an asset.

If you possess these qualifications and would like to work in a fast paced environment, please forward a cover letter and resume to the attention of Deputy Chief Lee MacArthur c/o The Brockville Police Service 2269 Parkedale Avenue, Brockville Ontario K6V3G9 by October 20th, 2015.  We would like to thank all those that apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

RIDE
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Brockville Police honour young victim at Memorial RIDE

A RIDE checkpoint on a Friday evening is not uncommon, but the one held by Brockville Police on August 14th was very unique. It was a Memorial RIDE held in honour of Aaron Stevenson, a local teen who was killed in a tragic traffic accident.

In September 2013, Aaron Stevenson was about 16 years old. A talented drummer, strong athlete and avid skateboarder, the young man was about to start Grade 11. But instead of returning to school with his peers, Aaron was being mourned by his heartbroken family and devastated friends. A young life cut tragically short when he was hit by a vehicle on September 1, 2013.

On Friday, Brockville Police paid tribute to the young man, and raised awareness about the dangers and consequences of impaired driving, at the Memorial RIDE. Aaron’s family and volunteers from MADD Canada participated in the checkpoint to talk to motorists and share the sober driving message.

“Staff Sargent Todd Bertrend of the Brockville Police Service tells us RIDE programs are both proactive and reactive. They often result in the arrest of someone who has been drinking and driving, but the main objective is to be seen and for people to be aware that these programs do and will continue to take place.”

“It was a beautiful tribute to our son Aaron, a great way to raise awareness for impaired driving and a great way to keep Aaron’s memory alive. We hope people will stop and think before getting behind the wheel when impaired, whether it is by alcohol or drugs. We live our nightmare every day, losing a child to a senseless irresponsible and completely preventable decision made by someone else. If we influenced even one person’s perspective during the RIDE it is honoring Aaron’s memory.” – Willy, Kelly and Austin Stevenson

Impaired driving is a deadly and persistent problem in Canada. On average, 4 Canadians are killed and 175 are injured in impairment-related crashes every day. These deaths and injuries are entirely preventable.

RIDE, or Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere, is a sobriety checkpoint program used by police throughout Ontario. Originally started in 1977 as Reduce Impaired Driving in Etobicoke, the program was soon expanded across the province as a way of removing impaired drivers from Ontario roads and deterring people from driving while impaired. The roadside spot-checks are held year-round, with increased frequency during the holiday season and over long weekends.

Police remind the public that they can call 911 to report a driver they suspect is impaired. MADD Canada offers information on the signs of an impaired driver and how to safely report one at: http://www.madd.ca/madd2/en/services/awareness_campaigns_campaign_911.html

Pictured above (left to right)  Cst. Boyd. Willy and Kelly Stevenson, Cst.Garvin