Award Recipient Details

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Peterborough Police Service
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500 Water Street • Box 2050 • Peterborough, ON • K9J 7Y4 • 705-876-1122
www.peterboroughpolice.com
38th Annual Knights of Columbus Police Appreciation Awards
Wednesday May 18, 2016 7:30 p.m.
Civilian Awards:
Fred Comrie
Kelly Ann Comrie
PC Timothy Fish
PC Samuel McCullum
In 2015 the Peterborough Police Service Canine Unit received a generous offer from local citizen
Fred Comrie and his daughter Kelly Anne Comrie to use his property located outside the City as
a Canine training facility. The Comrie family took it upon themselves to construct a canine
obstacle course solely for the use of the Peterborough Police Service Canine Teams.
Agility and obedience is at the core of canine training. The course created by the Comrie family
allows Canine Handlers the opportunity to improve their overall control of the Police Service
Dog while in a safe environment. Mr. Comrie and Kelly Ann have worked closely with the
Canine Unit to develop a set of varying and random obstacles including cement pads which
vehicles are placed upon, catwalks, high fences and any other possible obstacles that the Canine
Unit may encounter in a live situation.
According to K9 Officers Constable Tim Fish and Constable Sam McCullum, the exclusive use
of the obstacle course has helped improve the abilities of our current Police Service Dogs. The
course will undoubtedly assist in the selection of future police service dogs as a testing site.
It is this type of community partnership that is the core of community policing and has
contributed greatly to the success of our Canine Unit and the community it serves.
On behalf of the Service, we would like to thank the Comrie family for their most generous
donation.
Darrell Drain
Sgt. Sean Wilson
DC Mark Ballantine
In August 2015 the Peterborough Police Service attended an industrial accident at a local
Peterborough business where the victim had been crushed by a large piece of equipment and was
deceased at the scene.
Professional • Friendly • Helpful
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This accident scene was unlike any other and police were in need to find an operator to move the
excavator off of the deceased worker. It was obvious the accident site business owner and staff
were too upset that their co-worker and friend had passed to operate the excavator.
Police spoke with Drain Brothers owner/operator Darrell Drain. Police explained the situation of
the accident and the police problem of finding a qualified operator to move the large piece of
machinery off of the deceased.
Without hesitation, Mr. Drain attended and operated the machine himself as he would not ask
any of his employees to be exposed to the site of such an accident.
According to Sgt. Sean Wilson and DC Mark Ballantine who recommended Mr. Drain for the
award, with professionalism and respect Mr. Drain was able to remove the piece of equipment
off the deceased.
Our Service wishes to acknowledge and thank Darrell Drain for his donation of time and
expertise during this very difficult and tragic incident. Your compassion and professionalism that
day greatly assisted our officers at the scene.
Jennifer Gendron
Gord Sawers
DC Jo-Anne Elliott
On August 7, 2015 Jennifer Gendron and Gord Sawers were watching television at Ms.
Gendron's residence when she saw a media release of a bank robbery that occurred at the TD
Bank on Monaghan Road in Peterborough. Ms Gendron pointed this out to Mr. Sawers thinking
she recognized the male as an acquaintance of Mr. Sawers who was visiting from Toronto.
Mr. Sawers identified this male and they immediately drove to the Peterborough Police Station
and identified the male to officers resulting in his arrest and assisting in solving one bank
robbery in Peterborough and two in Toronto.
Detective Constable Jo-Anne Elliott recommended that Jennifer Gendron and Gord Sawers be
recognized for their willingness to involve themselves in this situation to assist police. You both
played a significant role in helping our Service solve a case along with two cases in Toronto.
On behalf of the Service, we would like to thank-you for your intervention, quick actions and
contribution to community safety.
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Aaron Grindlay
Constable Matt McGill
On September 10, 2015 an individual was in an emergency state of crisis and considered
harming themself by jumping off the Hunter Street Bridge in Peterborough. Aaron Grindlay was
walking across the Bridge at the time and noticed the individual sitting on the ledge of the
bridge.
Mr. Grindlay immediately recognized that the individual appeared to be in distress and he
believed that the person may try and harm themself. He attempted to speak to the person to get
them to come down off the ledge, but the person jumped into the river below.
Mr. Grindlay acted quickly and called 9-1-1 to notify emergency personnel of the situation.
Police, Fire and emergency services responded to the individual in the water.
PC Jacob Donnelly swam out to the individual in the water and kept them a float, while the
Peterborough Fire Department attended in a boat to pull the individual from the water.
According to PC Matthew McGill, who attended the call, there is no doubt Mr. Grindlay’s efforts
saved a life that day. PC McGill commended Mr. Grindlay for attempting to speak with the
individual, as well as providing detailed information to where the individual was in the water.
Mr. Grindlay’s actions that day aided in the retrieval of the individual from the river.
On behalf of the Peterborough Police Service we would like to thank Mr. Grindlay for his
concern, intervention and contribution in ensuring the safety and well-being of the individual that
evening. It is our pleasure in recognizing Mr. Grindlay for his selfless actions.
Samantha Lemoire
PC Alicia McGriskin
PC Jennie Fitzsimmons
On September 20, 2015 Samantha Lemoire was working at a local shelter in Peterborough when
she was asked to help an individual who was in an elevated state of crisis.
Lemoire located the individual trying to take their life in the washroom. The individual was
unresponsive. Lemoire took immediate action and ro ided assistance to the individual. By the
time emergency personnel were on scene the individual was conscious and aware.
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Undoubtedly, Lemoire's concern for this individual and action taken during this time of crisis has
saved a life.
It is our pleasure to recognize Samantha Lemoire for her brave and quick actions that day in
saving the life of this young person.
On behalf of our Service, we sincerely thank-you.
PC Karen O’Brien
Carols Lopes
Laura Lopes
In July and August of 2015 there were two reports of voyeurism reported to the Peterborough
Police Service. Reports were of a male suspect acting suspicious with his cell phone while at a
local shopping centre. The suspect was observed placing his cell phone in a hand held basket,
while it was recording video. The suspect would get close to females in skirt/dresses and
appeared to be trying to record video up their skirts/dresses. Through investigation it was
revealed that the report of July 26, 2015 was similar in nature and the suspect had a similar
description.
On July 26, 2015 a male suspect was observed by Laura Lopes at a local shopping centre trying
to use his phone to video ta e u a girl’s skirt. Mrs. Lo es ointed out the behavior to Mr. Lopes
who yelled out to the male suspect which caused him to run away. The female victim did not
know what was occurring.
Due to Mr. and Mrs. Lo es’ observations and quick actions the male party was identified by PC
Karen Obrien and charged for his actions.
On behalf of the Service we would like to thank Mr. and Mrs. Lopes for their concern, decisive
intervention and contribution in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the victim, a person whom
they did not even know. It is our pleasure in recognizing both of you for your selfless actions.
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Dylan Curry
Bailey Larmer
Kelly Lynn Killoran
William Johnston
PC Peter Sejrup
On September 17, 2015 Peterborough Regional Health Centre security officers Dylan Curry,
William Johnston, Kelly Killoran and Bailey Larmer were on duty when a male in the Green
zone became violent after being refused narcotics and pulled a four inch knife on the doctor
attempting to treat him.
The man refused to drop the knife and attempted to close the door, locking the doctor inside with
him.
Security officer Johnston forced the door open and lunged at the male attempting to retrieve the
knife. Security officers Larmer, Curry and Killoran also went into the room to aid Johnston in
restraining the man who was also now attempting to harm himself. Working as a team, the four
security officers disarmed the man and kept the man restrained until police arrived. Peterborough
Police Officers took over the scene and the male was subsequently arrested and charged with a
weapons offence.
PC Sejrup recommended that Curry, Johnston, Killoran and Larmer be recognized for their quick
actions in responding to a critical incidence of violence inside the hospital. Their swift actions
and working as a team played a significant role in helping to stabilize the situation until police
arrival.
Everyone involved in this incident worked together in calm and professional manner to help
achieve the best and safest outcome.
On behalf of our Service thank-you for your intervention and contribution to the safety of
persons involved and of our community.
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Marcel Van Der Mark
Cameron Moore
Jacob Rose
PC Mark Hubble
On October 30, 2015 Cameron Moore, Jacob Rose and their friend, a 10 year old boy, were
riding their bicycles near the river in Lakefield. At one point, the boy lost control of his bicycle
and rode directly into the frigid waters of the river. The area of the river where the boys were
was dangerous, as there were large cement walls that lined the riverbanks and made it almost
impossible to get out of the water.
Jacob and Cam quickly realized that the boy was in trouble and needed to get out of the water, as
there were risks of hypothermia and drowning. A plan was then quickly developed for one of
them to stay with the boy in the water, while the other went to a neighbouring homeowner for
help.
Homeowner Marcel Van Der Mark was advised of the emergency situation involving the boy in
the water. Mr. Van Der Mark acted quickly and grabbed a long pole and rushed down to the
river. Emergency services were also contacted and alerted of the incident. PC Mark Hubble and
paramedics also attended the area in response to the emergency.
Mr. Van Der Mark risked his own safety and went down to the water and used the pole to aid the
boy from getting out of the river. He placed the pole over the cement riverbank allowing the boy
to grasp the pole so that he could pull the boy to a place of safety. PC Hubble and Mr. Van Der
Mark pulled the boy from the water and he was immediately treated by the paramedics.
PC Hubble and the Peterborough Police Service believe that without the heroic efforts of
Cameron, Jacob and Mr. Van Der Mark the situation that day could have ended with catastrophic
results.
On behalf of the Service we would like to thank Jacob, Cam and Mr. Van Der Mark for their
selfless actions and intervention to ensure the safety and well-being of the ten year old boy. It is
our pleasure in recognizing all three for their heroic efforts.
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Alison Rodriguez
Sgt. Tim Millard
On the evening of February 17, 2016 Alison Rodriguez approached an officer to report having
seen a male lying in the snow near Lock 22. She was walking on the west side of the canal when
she saw the man kneeling in the snow on the east side next to River Road. Rodriguez got in her
vehicle and located the officer near the area of the zoo and reported the incident.
Sergeant Tim Millard attended and located the man in the dark and kneeling in the snow. He was
cold, extremely intoxicated, had nothing on his hands and was wearing only a light coat. Sgt.
Millard was able to get him into the cruiser prior to EMS attending and taking him to the
hospital. The temperature at the time was -9 degrees Celsius without the wind chill and there was
an overnight frostbite warning in effect.
According to Sergeant Millard, there is no doubt that if Rodriguez had not contacted police when
she did the male would likely have perished due to the cold conditions. The traffic was light at
the time and no driver would likely have seen the male as he was a good distance from the road.
Sgt. Millard recommended that Alison Rodriguez be recognized for her willingness to involve
herself in this situation and assist an intoxicated stranger on a cold night. Many other people
would likely have chosen to ignore this man and continued on their way. Your actions that night
ery likely sa ed that man’s life.
On behalf of the Peterborough Police Service, we would like to thank-you for your concern,
intervention and actions that evening that helped prevent a potentially tragic outcome.
Daryl Stevenson
Sgt. Marilyn Gandy
In August 2015 a vehicle was stolen from a residence within the city of Peterborough and the
theft was reported to police. The owner of the vehicle continued on to work that day with a
friend. However, during their travels they saw the stolen vehicle being driven by a group of
unknown persons. The stolen vehicle came to a stop at an intersection and the owner attempted
to confront the occupants.
The occu ants of the stolen ehicle, with no regard for anyone’s safety, ut the ehicle in motion
and ran over the victim, thus pinning the victim under the vehicle. The suspects fled the scene on
foot.
Fortunately Mr. Daryl Stevenson observed the events. Without hesitation, he exited his vehicle
and lifted the stolen vehicle bumper as much as he could to roll the vehicle off of the victim.
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Mr. Stevenson continued helping the victim until paramedics arrived. Four persons were located
in the area by police and arrested and charged with a total of 11 offences.
On behalf of the Service we would like to thank-you, Mr. Stevenson, for your concern, decisive
intervention, incredible feat of strength and contribution in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of
the victim; a person whom you did not even know. It is our pleasure in recognizing you for your
selfless actions.
Yvon St. Jean
Sgt. Nancy Loucks
In February 2016 there were three convenience store robberies reported to the Peterborough
Police Service. At all three robberies the suspect brandished a weapon and threatened the clerks
to hand over the money from the cash register. The suspect then fled from the store prior to
police arrival.
During the February 16, 2016 robbery, a male called out to officers as they were investigating
the scene. Sgt Loucks went over and spoke to Mr. Yvon St. Jean. Mr. St.Jean was out shoveling
his driveway at the time and noticed some fresh footprints in his backyard that went over his
fence.
This information was transmitted over the radio and two other officers followed the prints in the
snow. The officers did not have to follow the prints for long until they transmitted that they had
an arrest.
It just so happened that the suspect was still wearing all the same clothing from all three
robberies. The weapon was also recovered. The suspect was charged with the three offences.
On behalf of the Service we would like to thank-you, Mr. St.Jean, for your contribution in
helping to solve this crime and contributing to community safety. It is our pleasure in
recognizing you for your selfless actions.
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Aux. Officer Will Sykes
Sgt. Sean Quinlan
On the morning of August 16, 2015 police responded to a roll over motor vehicle collision in the
City of Peterborough. When officers arrived one of the vehicles was lying on its passenger side
with numerous persons supporting the vehicle. Police were the first Emergency responders to
arrive on scene.
While Peterborough Police Service Auxiliary Officer Will Skyes was off duty, he came across
this collision and without hesitation he intervened. Sergeant Quinlan states Mr. Sykes was on top
of the overturned vehicle speaking with the driver through the window comforting her. The
driver was being held aloft and suspended by her seatbelt. There was no access to the vehicle
from the outside and the dri er’s side was broken out by an attending officer, to allow interior
access to the driver.
Once the window was taken out, this allowed Sergeant Quinlan to enter the vehicle to assist the
driver. Mr. Sykes also entered the vehicle and assisted to support the weight of the driver taking
the pressure off the seatbelt across her chest which was affecting her breathing. It was decided
by attending Paramedics and Fire crews not to remove the driver until the roof could be cut off
and driver could be placed on a back board to prevent any further potential injury.
During the extrication process Mr. Sykes and Sergeant Quinlan remained with the driver,
supporting her and talking with her until the roof was removed. This took approximately half an
hour. Once the roof was removed Mr. Sykes and Sergeant Quinlan were able cut the seatbelt
away and turn the driver over to Paramedics and Firefighters who placed her on a backboard.
The driver was subsequently transported to hospital for treatment.
As a citizen coming across such a collision, Mr. Sykes went above and beyond by putting
himself in a dangerous circumstance to assist the driver in this accident. His actions and
reassurances to the driver made this a successful resolution to this accident.
On behalf of the Service we would like to thank Mr. Sykes for his intervention and remarkable
display of compassion to a complete stranger that morning.
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Knights of Columbus
Officer of the Year Award 2016
Detective Constable Ian Maxwell
On December 23, 2015 Detective Ian Maxwell, while in the role of Acting Sergeant, attended the
scene of a murder and an attempt murder at a Peterborough residence.
Detective Constable Maxwell located the female victim in the residence suffering from life
threatening injuries. Detective Constable Maxwell provided life saving measures until
Emergency Medical Services arrived on scene.
Due to the fact that this case is still before the courts no further details can be released on the
incident.
There is little doubt that if Detective Constable Maxwell had not acted in such a manner the
victim would have succumbed to her injuries.
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Knights of Columbus
Officer of the Year Award 2016
Constable Jacob Donnelly
On September 10, 2015 at approximately 10:40 p.m. police received a call regarding a
distraught female who had jumped into the Otonabee River from the Hunter Street bridge.
Officers were dispatched and attended in an effort to locate her. Another Constable on duty
observed the female in the middle of the river floating southbound coughing and choking.
Officers voiced out to her and there was no response. Members of the Peterborough Fire Services
attended and entered the water.
Constable Jacob Donnelly, who was on the east bank of the river, removed and secured his duty
belt and ballistic vest while putting on a life vest. Constable Donnelly entered the water and
swam to the female. He arrived to her prior to anyone else and the female submerged herself in
an effort to evade him. Constable Donnelly was able to secure her and hold her until others
arrived at the location. They were then able to assist getting the female into a boat.
Although entering the water is a last resort, Constable Donnelly is an accomplished swimmer
and his actions prevented a possible tragedy. Members of Peterborough Fire Services advised
that the rescue was a three person job and without the assistance of Constable Donnelly the
outcome would have been different
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Police Exemplary Service Awards
Staff Sergeant Marc Habgood
30 Year Bar
Marc Habgood began his policing in career in 1985, moving to Peterborough from his hometown
of Ottawa. He worked primarily Uniform patrol and then transferred to the Criminal
Investigation Unit in 1992 where he worked 2 years in Drug Enforcement.
In 1997, Marc was selected along with PC Stacey Rutherford to found our first Canine Team.
Marc worked with Police Service Dog Casey until
when Casey lost his battle to cancer.
Marc then moved into the Community Services Unit where he spent 3 years as a High School
Liaison Officer.
In 2007 Marc was promoted to Sergeant and in 2009 to Staff Sergeant. Marc is currently leading
A Platoon’s management team in the Community Patrol Di ision.
Marc has been riding as a member of the Pedal for Hope Cycling Team and has been a huge
ambassador for this amazing cause. He is proud to support children in our community fighting
cancer.
Marc has the greatest support team of his wife Dawn for 29 years, and two daughters, a min
and atalee. oth girls ha e recently recei ed their ni ersity degrees. Jazmin is currently
living in Dublin, Ireland with her boyfriend Michio who is working on his PHD and Natalee has
just accepted a full time position in Peterborough with PepsiCo. I can tell you, Marc is a very
proud dad.
Constable Lyn Nottingham
30 Year Bar
Lyn Nottingham was hired by the Peterborough police force in 1985.
During her years of service she worked in uniformed patrol, the drug unit, sexual assault & child
abuse unit, active crime unit, ICAD unit, was a range master and completed a secondment to the
Ontario Police College with the Solicitor Generals' office.
Lyn will retire on the
th day of une
16 with 1 years’ ser ice, dedicated to olicing.
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Staff Sgt. John Ogrodnik
30 Year Bar
S/Sgt. John Ogrodnik was born and raised in Peterborough.
He is a graduate of Kenner and Sir Sandford Fleming College and attended Trent University for
part time studies.
Staff Sergeant Ogrodnik began his career in policing in September 1985 and has been involved
in an array of policing functions within the organization.
In 2003 John was transferred to the criminal investigation unit where he was assigned to Major
Crime Sexual Assault Unit and also looked after high risk offenders.
John was promoted to Sergeant in 2005 and transferred to uniform division where he was the
Downtown Team leader.
In 2007 John transferred to the Traffic Unit as the supervisor and the service received the OACP
Traffic initiative of the Year award while he led the unit.
In 2013 John was promoted to Staff Sergeant and currently oversees C platoon. He is also one of
the Police Ser ices’ Crisis egotiators.
John has been recognized several times during his career including, Knights of Columbus
Award, Ontario Medal for Police Bravery and the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.
John has been married to his wonderful wife Cathy for the past 27 years. They have 3 fantastic
kids, Mary, Neil and Anna who have been keeping them very busy for the last 19 years.
John would like to thank Cathy, his children and parents Cathy and John for all their support and
love over the past 30 years as he could not have done it without them.
Sgt. Laine Schubert
20 Year Medal
Laine Schubert was hired in July of 1995 and began his career in a uniform capacity. He then
spent a 7 month period working with London Police Service. Prior to becoming a police officer
he played junior hockey in southern Ontario as well as semi pro hockey in the United States. He
also obtained a Police Sciences college diploma.
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Eleven years of his career have been spent in a plain clothes capacity and he has been involved in
more than 20 projects with various police services across the province of Ontario, as well as
other provinces in Canada. In 1999 he was assigned to a 7 month JFO undercover drug project
with the OPP.
Sergeant Schubert has enjoyed a very diverse career thus far having worked in CIU Street Crime
Unit, Drug Unit and Intelligence Unit.
Laine has been a member of the Emergency Response Team during which he completed a 10
year term and has recently returned to the team. He is also trained as a Crisis Negotiator and an
Incident Commander.
In 2004 Laine was assigned to specialized provincial CISO Unit and is still and active member
within the unit.
In the fall of 2008 Laine was promoted to rank of Sergeant.
From 2010 to 2014 he was assigned to the ICAD Unit (Intelligence/crime analysis/asset
forfeiture and Drugs) and in 2015 he was assigned to uniform patrol with D platoon as Patrol
Sergeant
Due to his undercover background and knowledge Laine assists as a guest instructor with (CISO)
Criminal Intelligence Service of Ontario, (CSIS) Canadian Security Intelligence Service Covert
Operations Programs and at the Canadian Police College in Ottawa.
Laine has been a board member with Edmison House for the past 7 years and has sat on the
Parolee Community Assessment Team for 5 years previous.
Laine has been married for 16 years to his wife Kristen and they have an 8 year old boy (Dylan)
and a 6 year old girl Addison.
20 Year Medal
Sgt. Nancy Loucks
Nancy Loucks first came to Peterborough in 1990 when she attended Trent University and
received her BA in Canadian Political Economy and Economics.
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She was hired on July 31, 1995 with the Peterborough Community Police Service. Nancy met
and married her husband, retired Constable Rob Loucks. Together they are proud parents of 2
children, Conner and Breanna, and 1 grandchild, Ashton.
Nancy has served in the Uniform division where she had the privilege of being a Coach Officer
to several recruits. She has served time in the Criminal Investigation Unit and has been a Crisis
Negotiator since 2008.
She was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in November 2008. Sergeant Loucks has received 2
Divisional Commendations and 1 Chief’s Commendation as well as, recei ing a Knights of
Columbus Award in 2012 for assisting in the life saving rescue of a suicidal male on the Hunter
Street Liftlocks.
Sergeant Loucks has been a long term Use of Force Instructor and Rangemaster for the police
service and after being promoted to Sergeant was in charge of the Training Unit from 2012-2015.
During her time in training she partnered with the CMHA and developed the Crisis Intervention
Course which provides additional training to front line officers dealing with persons who suffer
from Mental Illness. ancy’s current osition is on C latoon as a front line su er isor.
Nancy has continued her education through Dalhousie University and has successfully
completed the Supervision and Management Program on the Honour roll.
Although being a wife, mother, police officer and student, Nancy also volunteers within the
community and sits on the Board of Directors for the Trent Swim Club. Nancy would not have
been able to be so successful in her education and career had it not been for the love and support
she receives daily from her family.
Sgt. Sean Wilson
20 Year Medal
Sean Wilson grew up outside Hamilton in a quiet farming community where he was raised
knowing public service was a noble profession. Sean's early adult life included joining the
Military Reserves where he was a sworn Military Police Officer, attended York University where
he played Varsity Football and graduated with a BA in Psychology.
Simply put, Sean was attracted to the profession of policing in order to help people feel safe.
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In 1995 Sean was hired by the Peterborough Community Police Service. Sean was attracted to
Peterborough due to its "small town feel", and was a community where one could work and raise
a family.
Sean has worked as a uniform officer, plain clothes detective in both Active and Major Crime
along with being a member of the Emergency Response Team.
In 2010 Sean was promoted to Sergeant on platoon. Sean has spent the majority of his career
working in the downtown core and is now the uniform coordinator for this area. Sean has
recently become a member of Homelessness Co-ordinated Response Team where several
community agencies work together to obtain and maintain housing for those at risk.
In 1996 Sean married his wife Theresa and they have two children Eoin (Owen) and Anna who
are very active in their community. In between running their children to hockey, football and
dance, Sean enjoys spending his time on his farm where he grows soybean, corn and now garlic.
Sean has continued aspirations to serve his community in areas of Community Policing, Farming
and Volunteering with local organizations.
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Civilian Service Pins
Terri Lynn Park
20 Year Service Pin
Terri Lynn Parks was born and raised in the Peterborough area. She attended Thomas A. Stewart
Secondary School and then completed the Developmental Services Worker program at Loyalist
College in Belleville. After a short career as a DSW she was hired by Peterborough Police in
October of 1994 as a part time data entry clerk.
Terri Lynn was hired full time in 1999 and shortly thereafter started training in the 911
Communications Center where she is currently the shift supervisor on 'A' platoon.
During her career Terri Lynn has received two Chief's commendations, one in 2009 for a robbery
call and one in 2013 for her assistance in locating a suicidal female. After 20 years she still
enjoys the excitement and challenges of the job and not knowing what each day in the
communications center is going to bring.
When she is not working she enjoys gardening, reading, cooking and travelling with her partner
Jeff.
Patty Willis
35 Year Service Pin
Patty is receiving her 35 year Service Pin tonight and is currently the longest serving member of
the Peterborough Police Service.
Patty began her career on February 2nd, 1981, when she was hired as the Switchboard Operator,
filling in on a maternity leave. She held various positions through the years including Warrants
Clerk, Data Entry and Secretary in the Criminal Investigation Unit.
In 1988 the Service began to fully computerize its Records and Dispatch Systems and thus shift
work became a reality for many straight day staff. In 1993 she was promoted to a dispatcher in
the 9-1-1 Communications Unit.
In June 2004 she was promoted to a Communications Shift Supervisor, a position that she still
holds today.
Before stepping down in October 2011, Patty spent over 20 years of her career as an executive
member of the Peterborough Police Association, primarily in the position of Civilian Director.
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Patty has received several commendations and certificates through her career but her most
memorable moment was being nominated for and recei ing the “ ohn Walker Award”, a ery
prestigious provincial award given out by the Police Association of Ontario to long serving
member’s whose actions exem lifies the qualities of leadershi , de otion and sacrifice. She
accepted the award in 2012 in Thunder Bay, Ontario.
Patty attributes much of her success to her parents Bob & Pat Bested and her loving family, her
son Rob and Taylor and her daughter Jessica and Jessy, as well as her long time partner and best
friend Ken Clow. Patty has no plans to retire any time soon, but would like to thank the Service
for giving her the endless opportunities that has allowed her to raise her family with an
exceptional quality of life.
Auxiliary Police Long Service 40 Year Award
Auxiliary Constable Ken Good
Ken Good was raised on a farm in a small community called Stonewall north of Winnipeg. His
work career started when he joined the Royal Bank and worked at many branches from Rivers to
the west and Geraldton to the east.
Ken transferred to the Toronto area with RBC and that is where he first heard about Auxiliary
Policing and joined the Metro Toronto Auxiliary Police Unit in June of 1972. He stayed on until
September 1976. (6 years)
Ken then joined the Durham Regional Police Auxiliary Unit in July 1977 and remained active
until September 1984 when he moved to the Ontario Provincial Police Auxiliary Unit. He
remained with the OPP until 1997. (20 years)
In November 1999, Ken joined the Peterborough Police Auxiliary Unit and has remained a
valuable member to this present day. (16 years)
Ken has had a very diverse work career including forming a Case construction, industrial and
farm equipment dealership in Peterborough in 1980 in which he employed 26 people. In 1997
Ken joined Ontario Hydro and later Ontario Power Generation as a Nuclear Security Officer
(NZO) and retired in 2005.
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Ken has a workshop at his house and works in carpentry and steel construction of small trailers
as a hobby.
Auxiliary Policing has been a ery im ortant art of Ken’s life as he enjoys the comradery and
keeping up-to-date of what is going on in the Community. Pedal for Hope is his main drive each
year and Ken has become a very important part of the Pedal for Hope Team.
Ken has been married to his wife Bonnie for 31 years. Ken has a combined Auxiliary Unit total
of almost 42 years’ ser ice to the many communities he has li ed.
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Robert Lewis Bursary
Constable Joseph Lemay
Joseph Lemay was born and raised in Peterborough. He graduated from Holy Cross Secondary
School, in Peterborough. While in high school, Joseph volunteered in the Community. He
volunteered for the Murray Street Church and the Kinsmen minor Football Association where he
taught children ages 8-14 the fundamentals of football.
Joseph attended Carleton University and graduated with an Honours Degree in Criminology and
Criminal Justice, in 2015. While at University Joseph was employed with the Department of
University Safety at Carleton, where he conducted proactive patrols of the campus grounds and
buildings, practiced daily note taking, proper incident report writing and problem resolution.
Prior to joining the Peterborough Police Service, Joseph held an Ontario Security Guard License,
Possessions and Acquisitions License and was certified in First Aid/CPR. Joseph enjoys the
outdoors and is proficient with firearms.
Joseph has always wanted to be a police officer and felt the Peterborough Police Service as the
ideal place to work. Being from Peterborough, Joseph felt that working for the community he
grew up in adds a level of pride to the job. Joseph looks forward to a long career with the
Peterborough Police Service and to continue bettering of the Community.
Name: Lauren Gilchrist
Phone Number: 705-876-1122 ext. 217
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