As part of this year’s Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police Conference, the Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run (OLETR) celebrated another historic year of support for Special Olympics Ontario athletes, including a record-breaking $3.2 million raised in support of programs across the province. Alongside the fundraising announcement, OLETR also recognized several outstanding individuals whose leadership, dedication, and long-standing commitment continue to …
Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run Raises Historic $3.2 Million for Special Olympics Athletes
The Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) has reached a historic milestone, raising a record-breaking $3.2 million in support of Special Olympics Ontario athletes during the 2025–26 fiscal year. The achievement represents a $1 million increase over the previous year’s fundraising total and marks the most successful fundraising year in Ontario LETR history. As the official charity of choice of the Ontario …
Correctional Services Week 2026
Correctional Services Week recognizes the important work of correctional professionals and staff who help support the safety, rehabilitation, and wellbeing of communities across Ontario and Canada. The week highlights the dedication, professionalism, and compassion shown by individuals working throughout correctional services. For many correctional professionals, that commitment to service extends beyond the workplace through their involvement with the Law Enforcement …
National Police Week 2026
Each May, law enforcement agencies across Canada recognize National Police Week. A time to celebrate the dedication, service, and impact of police professionals in communities across the country. It’s an opportunity to recognize the many roles officers play both on and off duty, and to highlight the relationships they build through community involvement, leadership, and service. Within Law Enforcement Torch …
Making Waves for Inclusion: The 2026 Polar Plunge Raises $1.2 Million
The incredible impact of this year’s events can be summed up by Cody Jansma, President & CEO of Special Olympics Ontario: “The Polar Plunge has grown into more than a fundraiser, it’s become a provincial show of force that brings communities together to support inclusion, courage, and opportunity for Special Olympics athletes across Ontario. Every dollar raised makes a direct impact …
Police Week Spotlight: Lisa Homenick
Name: Lisa HomenickService/Agency: LaSalle Police ServiceRank/Title: 911 DispatcherYears with LETR: 8 Lisa Homenick has been a dedicated 911 Dispatcher for the Town of LaSalle for the past eight years, driven by a lifelong passion for helping others and being actively involved in her community. That same spirit led her to become a committed supporter of Special Olympics. Lisa’s dedication to …
Police Week Spotlight: Hally Willmott
Name: Hally WillmottService/Agency: Greater Sudbury PoliceRank/Title: Staff SergeantYears with LETR: 7 Hally Willmott joined the Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS) in 1997, working her way up to the rank of Staff Sergeant. Hally became the LETR Coordinator for GSPS in 2019 and has loved every single experience, smile, and high five she’s received from the local Special Olympics athletes. They …
