Organic Waste at Parks
We have received a report of organic waste being left out for wildlife at local Parks. We would like to remind residents of the dangers of feeding wildlife: Threats to…
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Scam using the bank accounts of high school students
The Ottawa Police Service Organized Fraud Unit is warning the community about a recent fraud trend targeting young people. The suspects approach young people and convince them to loan out…
Crime Prevention: Seniors
November 15, 2019 by Ottawa Police Service Service Seniors are at greater risk of crime – learn about four things you can do to prevent it The Ottawa Police Service…
Addressing Trauma
Addressing trauma: Resources to help you CPO has developed information sheets to help neighbourhoods affected by violence and trauma. Visit our website for resources and handouts for residents, community leaders…
Reducing Fire and Carbon Monoxide Deaths through Project Zero
Enbridge Gas Inc. collaborates with Ottawa Fire Services to Reduce Fire and Carbon Monoxide Deaths through Project Zero OTTAWA, NOVEMBER 4, 2019 – Today, Enbridge Gas Inc. and Ottawa Fire…
Ottawa Police Services Board welcomes public to speak on the 2020 Ottawa Police Budget
(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Services Board would like to invite community members wishing to address the Board on the 2020 Ottawa Police budget to its Finance and Audit Committee…
Fraudulent phone calls claiming to be from Service Canada
(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Organized Fraud Unit is warning the community about a recent phone scam that is being reported in Ottawa and across the country. The fraudulent phone…
STEP TO FOCUS ON RED LIGHT RUNNING & STOP SIGN VIOLATIONS
Ottawa – The Gatineau Police Service and Ottawa Police Service’s Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) will focus on red light running and stop sign violations the month of November. Red…
City proposes eight new community safety zones
Ottawa – With the support of Mayor Jim Watson and Transportation Committee Chair, Stephen Blais, City staff will be recommending today eight new locations that are poised to become community…
Preventing Crime, Protecting People – Crime Prevention Week
The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is kicking off Crime Prevention Week at the Crime Prevention Ottawa (CPO) Community Safety Awards Ceremony, November 4th at City Hall. This year’s theme of…