A Message from PPAO

Ladies and Gentlemen,
Below you will find a link to an article published in the Toronto Sun. The article relates to the reforms taking place in the Toronto Police Service that will no doubt be coming to a neighbourhood near you in the not too distant future. If it has not already started to occur.
Sincerely
Terry Hill
Communications and Membership Director
Police Pensioners Association of Ontario

 

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Death of NRPS Member – Det. Cst. Steve Kinnaird

kinardKINNAIRD, Steven Douglas – Steven passed away surrounded by the love of his family at home on Wednesday June 15th, 2016 at the age of 51. Loving husband of Kim (nee Borth). Proud father of Justin and Mitch. Sadly missed by his father George (Barb) Kinnaird. Cherished brother of Susan (Matt) Kinnaird, Alan (Rosie) Kinnaird, Peggy (Chris) Kinnaird, Tom Kinnaird and brother in law of Krystal (Troy) Lack. Also survived by many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. Predeceased by his mother Judy and his brother Tim. Steve began his career with the Niagara Regional Police in 2002 and spent time in many detachments within the Region most recently as a Forensic Detective Constable in St. Catharines. He was an active member of Fort Erie Minor Hockey as both a coach and a referee. Benner Funeral Services, 1105 Benner Ave., Fort Erie entrusted with arrangements. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 1-3 and 6-9 pm. Services will be held in the Funeral Chapel on Wednesday morning at 11 o’clock. If so desired, donations to Fort Erie Minor Hockey or the Niagara Regional Police Benevolent Fund would be appreciated by the family.

 

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Death of Chief (Retired) Wendy Southall

ChiefWendySouthallIt is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Wendy Edna Southall, with her family at her side, on Wednesday, June 1, 2016. Wendy was born on January 28th 1951 in Hamilton to Edward and Winnifred Raike. After finishing high school in Dundas, Wendy attended and graduated from Ontario Police College in 1970 as the only female cadet. She served as a police officer in Toronto until 1979 when she left policing to raise her family. She resumed her career in law enforcement by joining the Niagara Regional Police Services Board as a bylaw officer in 1982, and was ultimately appointed Board Administrator in 1990. On January, 1, 2001 she moved from her position with the Board to assume the position of Chief Administrative Officer of the Police Service. From there, she was promoted to the position of Chief of the Niagara Regional Police Service effective January 1, 2005. She was the first female Chief of Police in Niagara, and remains the longest serving chief in the history of the Niagara Region. After retirement, Wendy continued her public service through volunteer work for a variety of charitable organizations. Although she reached the pinnacle of her career as a police officer she will be remembered by family and friends for much more than that.

She was a loving wife to her late husband Bob. She provided her children Erin (Mike) MacQueen and Brent (Stefanie) with more love and guidance than any child could ever hope to receive. And then she gave all of that and more to her grandchildren, Molly, Ella and Charlotte. To those outside the family who knew her well, she was a true and loyal friend in every sense of the word. Family and friends are the true measure of a person. Wendy was blessed in that sense, and blessed those around her. She is survived by her loving and devoted sister Marion Vanderlinden and husband Arnold as well as her sister Beverly Rozell. Sister-in-law to Sandy and Jerry Cheatley, Shirley and Pete Arnold, Bill and Ruth Southall, Joe Southall and her mother-in-law Kay Southall. She was a loving Auntie to many nieces and nephews. Words simply cannot express the deep loss that those who loved her are feeling.

Visitation will be held at the GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 585 Carlton St., on Sunday, June 5, 2016 from 2-5pm and Monday, June 6, 2016 from 4-8pm. A Celebration of Wendy’s Life will be held at a later date. If desired memorial donations to the YWCA of Niagara in Wendy’s memory would be greatly appreciated by the family.

 

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Scott McLean’s Retiring and There’s a Party!

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Reminder – Spring General Meeting – Thursday, May 12th

REMINDER
PPAN GENERAL MEETING NOTICE

Please confirm your attendance if you have not already done so for the May 12th meeting by this Friday, May 6th.

 May 12, 2016
GENERAL MEETING
of the
POLICE PENSIONERS’ ASSOCIATION OF NIAGARA

Best Western St. Catharines Hotel
Presentation by Kim Stevens
on Health, Wellness and Fitness

2 North Service Road at Lake St.
11 a.m.  meeting with lunch
Fee for lunch is $5 per member

RSVP Dianne Stevenson by May 6th

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Death of NRPS Civilian Member – Evelyn Barkley

BARKLEY, Evelyn May – Evelyn passed away suddenly on Wednesday April 13th, 2016 at the age of 65. Beloved wife of Edward. Loving daughter of Auwina and the Late Gordon McDonald. Proud mother of Cory Swick. Cherished step-mother of Kevin (Lisa), Ken (Cindy) and Ed Jr. Cherished grandmother of Blake, Chelsea, Brooklyn and Cote. Sadly missed by her brother Gord (Lyn) McDonald and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her grandson Holden. Evelyn was a long-time employee of the Niagara Regional Police Force where she served as the Executive Assistant to the Deputy Chiefs. She was long-time member and supporter of the Bertie/Willoughby and Port Colborne Saddle Clubs. BENNER FUNERAL SERVICES , 1105 Benner Ave., Fort Erie entrusted with arrangments. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-9 pm. Funeral Services will be conducted in the Funeral Chapel on Monday morning at 11 o’clock. Cremation to follow. If so desired, donations to the Trillium Gift of Life Foundation or the Fort Erie S.P.C.A. would be appreciated by the family.

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CPP Update – Info Only

Click here to view the document from the OMERS Sponsors Corporation on the CPP-ORPP issue. This is information only. 

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OMERS 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Here’s a web link to the OMERS 2015 Annual Report http://goo.gl/fdTho9

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Protected: Chris Fisher is retiring and there’s a Party!

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Death of PPAN Member – (Sgt.) Michael O’Connor

oconnor O’CONNOR, Michael –  Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at the GNGH. Loving husband and travel companion of Pam O’Connor for 52 years. Beloved father of Jonathan (Renée), David (Nichole) and Grandad “Greendad” to Doyle, Madeleine, Charlotte, Jacob and Alysha. He will be fondly missed by his family in England; his sister Mary Margaret Perry (the late Marius), and his brother-in-law Tony (Annie). Predeceased by his sons Simon and John. He will be fondly remembered by his extended family and friends in England and Canada. Family will receive friends at the MORSE & SON FUNERAL HOME  on Saturday, March 19, 2016 from 11 a.m. with a celebration of life commencing at 12 p.m. Cremation has taken place and a private family interment will take place at a later date. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to Literacy Link Niagara. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.morseandson.com

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