This is Police Week, May 10 to 16, a celebration of the work front-line police officers, 9-1-1 communicators, civilian staff, and all members of the police service do to keep you safe.
The theme in Ontario is "Leading the Way to Safer Communities," which focuses on the many ways that police help promote the safety and well-being of everyone.
“Police Week was first observed in 1970 and coincides with the Peace Officers Memorial Day, which is recognized internationally on May 15," said Inspector Kirk Kelusky of the Community Programs Section.
"While the Covid-19 pandemic means that our police personnel will not be able to go out into our communities and engage with members of the community as they have traditionally done during Police Week, we invite the public to reach out through social media or other means that use appropriate social distancing to thank our police officers and members for all they do to keep our communities safe.
“During the Covid-19 pandemic our members have worked hard with health care professionals and other first responders to keep people safe during this unprecedented health challenge. During Police Week, we encourage community members to say ‘Thank You!’ to our hardworking officers and police personnel.” said Kelusky.
