Thank you Kevin !
During the June 11th, 2025’s Annual General Meeting of the OPP Youth Foundation, Chief Superintendent Dumond presented long-time volunteer with a Commissioner’s Scroll. For over 21 years, Kevin has had an unwavering dedication and commitment to the youth of Ontario, leaving a lasting legacy. Through his dedication he helped to bridge a gap between the youth in the communities we serve and the OPP. We thank Kevin for his dedication, perseverance, vision and service to the OPP and the youths that have benefitted from his efforts.
OPP Youth Foundation AGM
OPP Youth Foundation AGM held June 11th at OPP headquarters. Read Executive Director Sandy Poredos 2025 Report This is your OPP Youth Foundation dedicated Executive Board Members. They tirelessly contribute countless hours to a cause that they are passionate about: engagement with youth and ensuring that underprivileged youth are provided with meaningful opportunities within their communities. Working towards positive change within the communities the OPP proudly serves. Photo taken on June 11th during the Annual General Meeting. Front row from left to right: Sue Clark, Sandy Poredos, Lynda Cranney, Donna McGirr. Middle row from left to right: Sue Thornburn, Brenda Evans, Judi Armstrong, Bradley Walton. Back row from left to right: Joanne Blohm-Smith, Joe Evans, Jeff Simpkins, Dave Osborne, Frank Ryder. Missing from photo are Sherri deGroot, Bob Eamer, Grant Arnold and Chris Seely.
Officers raise funds in memory of PC Greg Pierzchala
Following our OPP AGM, the Executive were beyond pleased to be presented with a cheque from a selfless group of officers, who on their own, raised funds in memory of Provincial Constable Greg Pierzchala. Detective Constable Danielle Bedard represented officers enrolled in a 2 week Investigating Offences Against Children course at OPP Central Region. Other policing agencies involved included OPC, the Cornwall Community Police Service, Ottawa Police Service, Peel Regional Police Service and The Greater Sudbury Police Service. Danielle Bedard: “Although Greg’s time as an officer was cut far too short, he made a tremendous impact on many of us. His obvious passion to policing and his untimely death reminded us on why we do what we do and we as a class couldn’t think of a better charity to donate to. Wonderful to know we are helping another individual join the policing community in memory of Greg.: The OPPYF thanks this class for their generosity. All monies raised will be held in trust in Greg Pierzchala’s name. Left to right: Donna McGirr, Administrator OPP Youth Foundation, Sandy Poredos, Executive Director, OPP Youth Foundation, Detective Constable Danielle Bedard, Huronia West Detachment.
Amazing partnership between PetSmart and the OPP Youth Foundation
Here is a picture of OPPYF board members, Kevin Lehman and Executive Director Sandy Poredos with Stacee, the PetSmart store manager. At this time of the year Petmsart donates stuffed animals that are generously paid for by their customers to the OPP Youth Foundation so that the stuffed animals end up in the hands of area youth over the holidays. In 2023, over 600 stuffed animals were donated and distributed. Many years ago, PetSmart store Manager Stacee participated in an OPPYF camp at Pigeon Lake. She truly understands the importance of the role the OPP Youth Foundation plays in the communities we serve.
The OPPYF were honored to be a part of the Take your Kid to Work initiative at OPP GHQ
Here are some of the giveaways that the OPPYF donated as well as refreshments for the youth.
The OPP Youth Foundation donates
The OPP Youth Foundation donated two bicycles and the OPPA Credit Union generously provided funding for two helmets during the Tour de Force OPP North West/North East Regions. Making a difference daily in the communities we proudly serve.
OPP Youth Foundation AGM
OPP Youth Foundation AGM held June 11th at OPP headquarters. Read Executive Director Sandy Poredos 2025 Report
