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Nominees & Winners

Over the past 10 years, citizens across Ontario have nominated police service members for their bravery, dedication, and community contributions. As we celebrate the program’s 10th anniversary, 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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Sandra Guiliani – Hamilton Police Service
I would like to nominate Hamilton Police Service’s Sandra Guiliani for the civilian On-Duty Difference Maker. Sandra is the person at work who brightens everyone's day. She comes to work with a positive attitude so strong that it's infectious. She […]
March 7, 2025
Liam McCowell – Hamilton Police Service
Constable Liam McCowell is one of the kindest officers one could ever meet. He treats everyone he encounters with the same respect and dignity as he would his own family. A dedicated volunteer with Special Olympics Ontario for many years, […]
March 6, 2025
Mark James – Waterloo Regional Police Service
It is my pleasure to recommend Sergeant Mark James for the Police Hero Honour Roll Award. Sergeant James has served with the Waterloo Regional Police Service for 37 years, joining on July 18, 1988. As the longest-serving member of the […]
March 6, 2025
Bob Baumgartner – Durham Regional Police Service
It is an honour to nominate Bob Baumgartner for the Community Role Model Award. A dedicated officer who wears his uniform and badge with pride, Bob is deeply committed to making our community and roads safer. His tireless efforts in […]
March 4, 2025
Mike Duhacek – Halton Regional Police Service
It’s my pleasure to nominate Mike Duhacek for the Police Hero Honour Roll Award. Mike founded Help Me Bury Cancer in December 2012. He has dedicated his life to helping others and has inspired countless people within the international community […]
March 4, 2025
Bruce Bernard – Barrie Police Service
My police officer hero is Officer Bruce Bernard. Just over three years ago, his kindness and understanding opened my eyes in a way that changed my life. At a time when I felt unheard, dismissed, and uncertain, he validated my […]
March 1, 2025
Jayden Drage – Hamilton Police Service
During a severe snowstorm, a father and his daughter became trapped when their snow fort collapsed under the weight of heavy snow pushed by a passing plow. Constable Drage was nearby when the call came in and rushed to the […]
March 1, 2025
Chantal Moreau – Timmins Police Service
Chantal is a tremendous asset to her service. She is a dedicated mother to a 10-year-old who plays rep hockey and is also raising her four grandchildren. Despite her many responsibilities, she remains deeply involved in community events and initiatives. […]
February 28, 2025
Nicholas Lewis – Hamilton Police Service
In 2024, Nicolas was on his way to work from Burlington, not yet on duty. As he was driving on the Red Hill Valley Parkway, he noticed a man sitting on the edge of a railway bridge over the highway. […]
February 28, 2025
Gary Bezaire – London Police Service
It’s difficult to choose the right nomination category for Gary because he excels in his job and makes a real difference in our city. He is not only an outstanding professional but also a dedicated community leader. For the past […]
February 28, 2025
Andrew Poustie – Hamilton Police Service
I am nominating Sgt. Andrew Poustie of the Hamilton Police Service. In March 2024, Andrew was off duty at Binbrook Conservation Area fishing from shore. A man was kayaking in the middle of the lake when he fell overboard into […]
February 27, 2025
Kraig Reinhart – Waterloo Regional Police Service
I first heard about Officer Kraig Reinhart from my best friend. Recently, my friend's stepfather suffered a cardiac arrest. Officer Reinhart was the first to arrive on the scene. My friend's mother was unable to move her husband or begin […]
February 27, 2025
Steven Long – Alymer Police Service
Steven Long has served as an exemplary officer for 22 years, consistently going above and beyond to serve the community. He is known for his dedication, regularly patrolling neighborhoods during his night shifts in Aylmer to ensure residents' garage doors […]
February 27, 2025
Melissa Plunkett – Ottawa Police Service
Sergeant Plunkett is an officer who is always looking out for others in all she does. She has moved through different roles in the police department but always has the best interest of those she serves at heart. She has […]
February 27, 2025
Ed Sanchuk – Ontario Provincial Police
Ed has been a police officer for 25 years. Right from the start, he has been dedicated to community events and helping those in need. He participates in food drives, holiday parades, takes phone calls at all hours of the […]
February 27, 2025
Mark Miller – Hamilton Police Service
I’m proud to nominate Sergeant Mark Miller for his leadership in improving the working conditions of frontline patrol officers. Understanding the challenges of a long policing career, Sergeant Miller proposed a shift schedule change for officers with 20 or more […]
February 26, 2025
Jay Fenton – Brantford Police Service
I work at a daycare, and we wanted to have the Brantford Police come visit the kids, talk about safety, and for the kids to see the cars up close in a friendly experience. Jay was able to do this […]
February 25, 2025
Don Flanagan and Jovana Minic – Halton Regional Police Service
I am honoured to nominate Don Flanagan and Jovana (Jovi) Minic from the Halton Regional Police Service for the Police Services Hero of the Year Awards in recognition of their outstanding commitment to mentorship, community engagement, and youth development. Their […]
February 24, 2025
Stacey Gordon – Saugeen Shores Police Service
Four Nominations for Officer Stacey Gordon The impact of an officer is often measured by their commitment to both their profession and their community. In this case, that commitment is clear. Officer Stacey Gordon has received four separate nominations for […]
February 19, 2025
Feisal Bila-Houssein – Ottawa Police Service
Constable Feisal Bila-Hussein, now in his 6th year with the Ottawa Police Service, was in his 2nd year on the job when he received an urgent distress call about a man violently attacking a family inside their home - a […]
February 19, 2025