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Profiles in Service: The Heart of the Police Association of Ontario
Spotlight on Tim Morrison, Police Association of Ontario Civilian Director (2025-2028), Durham Regional Police Association We are proud to introduce the dedicated individuals who serve our 33,000 members province-wide. Through our Profiles in Service initiative, members gain an inside look […]
August 5, 2026
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Inspector General Decisions and Findings: Latest Releases (July 30, 2026)
As part of the Police Association of Ontario’s (PAO) ongoing commitment to keeping members informed about significant developments from Ontario’s civilian police oversight bodies, we are notifying you that on July 30, 2026 the Inspector General’s (IG) office released several […]
August 5, 2026
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President’s Monthly Message (2026)
At the start of every month, President Baxter provides a detailed update to the membership, covering key topics such as government relations, advocacy efforts, and ongoing initiatives undertaken by the PAO Board and staff. These reports serve to keep members […]
August 1, 2026
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Supreme Court Ruling on McKee Decision – Key Impacts for PAO Members
On Friday, June 26, 2026, the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) released its landmark decision, Edmonton (Police Service) v. McKee, one of the most significant policing decisions in recent years concerning police disciplinary records and criminal disclosure obligations. Many of […]
June 30, 2026
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A Joint Statement by the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police and the Police Association of Ontario on Recent Line of Duty Deaths
On behalf of the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) and the Police Association of Ontario (PAO), we want to speak to our police members and communities across our province following the recent line-of-duty deaths that have deeply impacted […]
June 26, 2026
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Police Association of Ontario’s Fifth Annual Charity Golf Tournament Raises $10,000 to Honour Fallen Officers and Support Their Families.
Mono, Ontario, June 22, 2026 — The Police Association of Ontario (PAO) proudly announces that its Fifth Annual Charity Golf Tournament raised $10,000 to support organizations dedicated to honouring police officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice and assisting their […]
June 25, 2026
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Police Association of Ontario Honours Extraordinary Acts of Heroism at the 2026 Police Services Hero of the Year Awards Ceremony
Official Press Release on CNW/CISION WINDSOR, ON, May 29, 2026 - The Police Association of Ontario (PAO) is proud to announce the winners of the annual Police Services Hero of the Year Awards. This year, hundreds of nominations were submitted by Ontarians […]
May 29, 2026
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Ontario Residents Strongly Support Cash Bail for Repeat and Violent Offenders, New Poll Finds
Toronto, ON – (May 12, 2026) The Police Association of Ontario (PAO) released new survey results demonstrating strong public support for cash bail, particularly in cases involving repeat and violent offenders. The findings reflect both Ontario and national trends, reinforcing […]
May 12, 2026
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The PAO Appears Before the Standing Committee on Justice Policy for Bill 75
On April 15, 2026, the PAO had the opportunity to appear before the Standing Committee on Justice Policy regarding Bill 75, speaking specifically to the amendments to the Bail Act, Highway Traffic Act and the Constable Joe MacDonald Public Safety […]
April 15, 2026
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Inspector General Decisions and Findings: Latest Releases (April 2, 2026)
As part of the Police Association of Ontario's (PAO) ongoing commitment to keeping members informed about significant developments from Ontario's civilian police oversight bodies, we are notifying you that on April 2, 2026 the Inspector General’s (IG) office released two new Decisions […]
April 8, 2026
IG Decisions and Findings