Nominees & Winners

For over a decade, citizens across Ontario have nominated police service members for their bravery, dedication, and community contributions. As the program heads into its 11th year, explore this year’s nominees and past honorees below. Recognizing the sensitive nature of police work, nominations from the previous two years are featured on the website. Please note that nominations from previous years are available upon request.

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Charlie Anishinabie – Nishnawbe Aski Police Service

If there were a billboard as you entered Sandy Lake First Nation, CST Charlie Anishinabie would be on it! Policing your own community neighborhood can be challenging for anyone, but in a remote northern community only accessible by air or […]

March 6, 2026

Ryan Hutton – Greater Sudbury Police Service

Cst. Ryan Hutton has been, and continues to be, a strong advocate for mental health awareness both within the Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS) and throughout the Greater Sudbury community. He has been a long-standing member of the GSPS Peer […]

March 6, 2026

Michael McCrackin – Kawartha Lakes Police Service

Michael McCrackin is an outstanding member of the Kawartha Lakes Police Service. Hired in April 2024 as an experienced officer, after serving as a Military Police Officer with the Canadian Armed Forces he brought his knowledge and experience with him […]

March 6, 2026

Eriq Jenkins – Kawartha Lakes Police Service

Constable Eriq Jenkins is an outstanding member of the Kawartha Lakes Police Service. Hired in August 2022 as a new recruit, he is approaching his fourth year in policing and has already demonstrated the professionalism, courage, and dedication that exemplify […]

March 6, 2026

Karen Golec – Ontario Provincial Police

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment Administrative Clerk Karen Golec is nominated for the PAO On Duty Difference Maker Civilian Award for sustaining operations at the most northern township detachment in Ontario since 2003, and for consistently exceeding the expectations of […]

March 6, 2026

Preston Gabriele – Hamilton Police Service

On Friday, December 19, 2025, Cst. Preston Gabriele responded to a domestic disturbance in Stoney Creek. The suspect had forcibly kicked in both front and rear doors, leaving the residence unsecured. Unfortunately, the Victim/Witness Assistance Program (VWAP) does not cover […]

March 6, 2026

Andrew Leng – Hamilton Police Service

In the afternoon on May 17, 2025, Andrew Leng was off duty looking for a parking spot when he observed a male suspect throwing things out of a white bag on Concession St at the Juravinski Hospital. Another male appeared […]

March 6, 2026

Christopher Carreiro – Peel Regional Police Service

I am pleased to nominate Constable Christopher Carreiro for the Community Role Model Award. Constable Carreiro serves as a frontline officer with Peel Regional Police at 12 Division in Mississauga and has been a dedicated member of the service for […]

March 6, 2026

Laura West – Ontario Provincial Police

Staff Sergeant Laura West leads the Ontario Provincial Police’s (OPP) Leadership Unit and Awards and Recognition Unit within the Office of Professionalism, Respect, Inclusion, and Leadership. In this role, she sets strategy for leadership development and for the OPP recognition […]

March 6, 2026

Rory Gemmill – Hamilton Police Service

On Sunday May 11, 2025, at approximately 12:23 p.m. a life-threatening event unfolded during a recreational soccer match at 200 Acadia Drive in the City of Hamilton. Amid the routine pace of the game, a player suddenly collapsed in the […]

March 6, 2026

Olivia Gater – Thunder Bay Police Service

Olivia Gater, Social Navigation Coordinator with the Thunder Bay Police Service, has become an essential bridge between policing and social care, ensuring that vulnerable individuals connected to police interactions receive the support they need to stabilize their lives. Through compassion, […]

March 6, 2026

Katie Uniac – Stratford Police Service

I strongly believe that Katie Uniac should be nominated for the On-Duty Difference Maker – Civilian award. Katie consistently goes above and beyond her job responsibilities every single day, often putting in extra time and effort to ensure the work […]

March 6, 2026

Joanne Pope – Hamilton Police Service

On June 2, Joanne received a 911 call from a woman in Mississauga reporting that her boyfriend was in Hamilton and intended to take his life by jumping from a bridge. She was able to get the boyfriend on the […]

March 6, 2026

Jacob Garcia – Peel Regional Police Service

I am pleased to nominate Constable Jacob Garcia for the Extra Mile Award. Constable Garcia began his policing career with Peel Regional Police in 2024 and was assigned to 12 Division C Platoon in August of that year. Since joining […]

March 6, 2026

Ottawa Police Service

This nomination is a team nomination for the Ottawa Police Homicide Unit, Forensic Identification Unit, and Frontline Platoon Unit members who arrested, investigated, and successfully prosecuted a horrendous homicide in Ottawa that took the lives of four children, their mother, […]

March 6, 2026

Gloria Yu – Ontario Provincial Police

Over the past decade, Sergeant Gloria Yu has advanced recruitment, mentorship, inclusion, and professional development across the Ontario Provincial Police. She expands access to policing careers through targeted outreach, strengthens member development through structured mentoring and training, and builds community […]

March 6, 2026

Chris Hart – Greater Sudbury Police Service

In the early morning in July, Sergeant Chris Hart responded to an urgent domestic violence incident at a residence in Greater Sudbury. A victim had escaped her home after being violently attacked. Responding officers arrived within minutes, provided aid, and […]

March 6, 2026

Angela Eke – Ontario Provincial Police

For more than two decades, and with exceptional impact over the last ten years, Dr. Angela Eke has improved how police services in Ontario assess risk, protect vulnerable people, and manage complex offenders. She has served as the Research Coordinator […]

March 6, 2026

Christine Johnstone – Ontario Provincial Police

Christine Johnstone is the Curator of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Museum, a role she has held since 2010. Her 27‑year career reflects a sustained commitment to preserving, interpreting, and sharing the organization’s history. She leads all aspects of museum […]

March 6, 2026

Ken Ogima – Thunder Bay Police Service

On December 26, 2024, Thunder Bay Police Service responded to a report of a male walking along Hwy 11/17 carrying a firearm. Cst. Ken Ogima and Cst. Josh Pugh responded to the call and were first on scene. Cst. Pugh […]

March 5, 2026