Purpose of a Recognition Program Specific to Public Safety and Community Wellness
The Collingwood OPP Detachment Board's purpose is mandated by the Community Safety and Policing Act, which took effect on April 1st, 2024. The revised legislation offers more autonomy to the Board regarding community engagement, setting priorities, and communications.
Many agencies, staff, and volunteers in Collingwood are dedicated to community safety and wellness in alignment with the OPP Detachment Board’s objectives. This work deserves recognition, and the Detachment Board has developed a simple and timely recognition process.
Recognition Program Criteria
The Recognition Program Criteria consider the contributions of individuals, agencies, and institutions to ensure residents' continued engagement in creating a safer Collingwood. Applications will include one or more of the following criteria:
Assessment and/or Collective Impact
A study of a particular age group and/or demographic within Collingwood has been undertaken to determine the current safety and engagement issues, best practices, and potential remedies. Efforts have been made to work collectively with other agencies to implement programs and initiatives.
Promotion and Awareness
An individual or a collective has undertaken to promote and create greater awareness of public safety issues affecting Collingwood residents, visitors, and businesses, such as Senior Fraud, Online Safety, and Car Theft prevention, as well as other safety-related initiatives.
Taking Action
An individual or a collective has taken preventative or emergent actions to address the safety of individuals, groups, or families.