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The Police Association of Ontario takes positions on various issues related to policing in Ontario and to our police personnel members, and often will write news releases, letters to the editor, and/or opinion pieces regarding those issues in order to advocate for our position and build public and stakeholder awareness.
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Media Release
The Police Association of Ontario launches 10th annual Police Services Hero of the Year Awards 
TORONTO, February 4, 2025 /CNW/ - The Police Association of Ontario (PAO) is excited to announce the launch of its 10th annual Police Services Hero of the Year Awards program, inviting Ontarians to nominate outstanding local police heroes who go […]
February 4, 2025
Association News
Partnership with MembersHealth
We are excited to announce our new partnership with MembersHealth, an innovative health care provider dedicated to improving access to both medical and mental health services for our members.  Founded in 2018 by a team of doctors and surgeons, MembersHealth […]
January 22, 2025
Media Release
A Milestone for Mental Health in Policing
Ontario Government Makes Significant Investment in Mental Health Supports for First Responders.
November 19, 2024
Media Release
Police Associations Call for Immediate Legislative Change with Canada’s Bail System
TORONTO, Nov. 13, 2024 /CNW/ - Once again, after another serious incident of gun violence in our communities, the Police Association of Ontario (PAO), the Ontario Provincial Police Association (OPPA) and the Toronto Police Association (TPA) are united in asking the federal government to take some leadership […]
November 13, 2024
Members Only
Association News
President’s Monthly Message (2024)
On the first 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.
November 1, 2024
Media Release
Police Association of Ontario’s Third Annual Charity Golf Tournament raises more than $15,000 for police mental health support 
PAO's 3rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament a big success, raises over 15 thousand dollars for Police Mental Health Suppport.
June 25, 2024
Media Coverage
Thank you for supporting PAO’s Third Annual Charity Golf Tournament!
Thank you so much for supporting the Police Association of Ontario’s 3rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament benefiting Wounded Warriors Canada and Boots on the Ground.
June 25, 2024
Members Only
Association News
Access Our New Brand Assets
We are excited to share the next steps following the unveiling of our new brand identity during last month’s Annual Meeting and Convention (AMC).
June 13, 2024
Members Only
Association News
Resolution of the Police Association of Ontario
The Police Association of Ontario is a sponsor of the OMERS Pension Plan.
June 4, 2024
Members Only
Association News
Recap of the 2024 Police Association of Ontario AMC
We are excited to share a recap of our 92nd Annual Meeting and Conference (AMC) hosted by the Windsor Police Association last week.
June 4, 2024