Police Week runs from May 14 to 21 this year and the is “Building Bridges: Celebrating Police – Community Partnerships” celebrating the efforts of our police services within their communities and local partners.
Since 1970, Police Week has taken place in May to coincide with Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15th. In Cobourg, this date holds a special significance as is a day to reflect and remember Constable Chris Garrett #221, who was tragically killed in the line of duty on May 15, 2004, while protecting the citizens of the Town of Cobourg.
Cobourg Police’s Lisa Munday told us they have a number of events focused on this year’s theme.
This week is about honouring and celebrating our police officers and personnel for the work they do every day on our behalf.
Lisa gave us a rundown of events.
Whether you volunteer, help a neighbour shovel their driveway, stand up for others who are being bullied, or always wear a helmet when you bike, these actions make our community a great place to live.
Children are being encouraged to participate in a contest. They can draw a picture or write a short story about how you help build a safer, healthier community and the prize is a brand new bike!
The annual Police Week in Ontario is sponsored by the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) and the Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General. It is part of the National Police Week led by the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police.
EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
Family Story Time with Cobourg Police Service
Thursday, May 18th at 10:30 am
Cobourg Public Library – 200 Ontario Street
Cobourg Police Service is thrilled to join Family Story Time at the Cobourg Public Library. Come out to meet a police office, ask questions, and take a tour of a police cruiser.
Colouring OR Short Story Contest
THEME: Building Bridges: Celebrating Police – Community Partnerships
Each submission will be entered into a draw for a brand new bike!
There are three prizes in total. One draw for each category.
ELIGIBILITY
The contest is open to participants who live or attend school in Cobourg.
AGE CATEGORIES:
3-5 YEARS
6-9 YEARS
10-12 YEARS
Deadline to enter is Sunday, May 28, 2023.
Full Guidelines are available at:
https://cobourgpoliceservice.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/2023_PW_Colouring_Contest_letter.pdf.
Bike Rodeo
Saturday, May 27, 11 am to 2 pm
Play it Again Sports in Cobourg
609 William Street
Drop by to bike through the obstacle course, learn about bike safety, crime prevention tips, register your bike, and enter a draw for great prizes! FREEZIES for everyone!
Community Document Shredding
Tuesday, May 19th, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Cobourg Police Service – 107 King Street, West
Iron Mountain will be on site providing secure document destruction.
Electronics Drop Off
May 15 to May 20 during hours of operation (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.).
107 King Street West, Cobourg
Accepted electronics include:
Laptops
Computers
Tablets
Cell phones/smartphones
Printers
Keyboards and computer mouse
Desktop phones
Wires and cables (for example HDMI cords and Ethernet Cables)
Everything EXCEPT televisions.
Police Week celebrates the work of front-line police officers, 9-1-1 communicators, civilian staff, and all members of Ontario police services who keep Ontarians safe and healthy.
Written by Joseph Goden
