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As a member of the Ontario Fire Marshals Office, this is very truly a sad and tragic reminder of how precious our lives and those of our families are. I know Laurie's brother is a Firefighter in North Bay, so along with the Police services across the country, the fire service too mourns with this tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers are most certainly with you all. 

On behalf of the President, our Association Executive and all members of the Peterborough Police Association, we extend our condolences to the families of Laurie and Richard and as well to our Brothers and Sisters at the Oxford Detachment of the O.P.P. Your loss is our loss, and our prayers and support will always be with you in your time of need. 

What a tragedy. Laurie will be missed by all who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with both Laurie and Richards parents and families on this unbelievable loss. May God comfort you. 

My heart and prayers go out to Lauries family, her husbands family at this time for their loss. The OPP has lost another wonderful police officer, and they will all missed. God bless them all and may they rest in peace in Gods hands. 

My heart goes out to Const. Laurie Hawkins family and Husbands family and the OPP family. We have lost a really great Police Officer and a mentor in our community. May God be with you all at this time of loss. The Camm Family 

My thoughts and prayers go out to Laurie and her family during this most tragic time. My thoughts are also extended to my brothers and sisters at Oxford OPP, may the strength of our family get everyone through this most difficult time. 

It saddens me to read in today's paper that Laurie is not expected to pull through. I certainly have very mixed emtions: on one hand I'm glad for her. She doesn't have to face the trama of losing her family. On the other hand,I'm sad that such a beautiful, intelligent, police officer, mom and wife will be missed by so many. I had the pleasure of having Laurie on my morning radio show numerous times. I will personally miss her bright smile, bubbly personality and entertaining sense of humour. Don Martin 104.7 Heart FM 

I am remembering my first boss at O.P.P., Identification Services, Corporal Jim Smith who died in the line of duty on Dec. 11, 1968. It is hard to believe it has been forty years since that fateful day. Cpl. Smith was my boss for only four months at GHQ in Toronto until he was transferred to Peterborough Detachment. Cpl. Smith made an impression on me for his courteous way and friendly manner and I will never forget his smile. 

My thoughts go out to Laurie and her family, as well as Oxford OPP. We are thinking of you all. CO2 Shawn Baker PCC Smiths Falls 

I am so heartbroken at such a tragic loss for Laurie. My thoughts and prayers go out to Laurie and family members whom I pray God will grant them the strength and courage to carry on. Please get well Laurie and be strong. It's going to be a long and difficult process, but with strong support of family, friends,and prayer you will make it. God Bless You. June 

Please know that my family's thoughts and prayers are with you. From experience, I know that you are a strong person who will overcome this tragedy and continue to be a beacon of leadership for the people of Oxford who need you back as a police officer, citizen, and humanitarian. 

On behalf of the President, Board of Directors and all members of the OPP Veterans' Association, we extend condolence to Laurie on this tragic loss and Laurie, our thoughts and prayers are with you as you recover in hospital. May God Bless You. 

Laurie, my thoughts are with you and your family, Richard's family and also the first responders who attended the scene. I am wishing you a speedy recovery . You have the biggest family in the world praying for you. Wally Trapler CN Police (Retired) 

To the Hawkins family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this trying time. Cst Hawkins, PCC Smiths Falls are all hoping for a speedy recovery and hope that our warm wishes will bring a little bit of comfort. 

My thoughts and Prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Words cannot express the extent of the sympathy I send to you and your family. I wish you a quick and full recovery in your injuries and your grief. God Bless. 

Our thoughts a prayers go out to Laurie, her family and our brothers and sisters at the Oxford County Detachment during this horrendous time in their lives. Adam/Erin Howe - Norfolk County and Haldimand County Detachments 

My thoughts and prayers are with Const. Laurie Hawkins and her family. God bless! 

SIncerest condolences to family and colleagues of PC Laurie Hawkins on her family's passing and best wishes to her on recovery. As members of the emergency services family, we all know we routinely deal with what the general public considers unfathomable. We know it affects us but not generally as intensely as when it happens to one of our own or someone we know personally. Not meaning to be critical of the Hawkins family but let's not let their tragedy repeat itself. We know oversights, such as lack of heating equipment maintenance and properly installed, working smoke / CO detectors, can have such catastrophic consequences...like seatbelts, or so many other examples. It's so much easier to prevent these tragedies than recover from the oversight. Unfortunately, even we need a reminder on occassion - there is never a more expensive one, on so many levels, than ones such as this. 

On behalf of the uniformed/non-uniformed members of the Labrador West Detachment of the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary I would like to offer our sincere condolences for your loss. 

My most sincere condolences go out to Const. Laurie Hawkins and her family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this tough time. Get well soon and have strength in dealing with your loss. Aux. Sgt. T.J. Cieciura OPP - Port Credit 

My thoughts and prayers go out to the familes and friends of the Hawkins family. To the members of the Oxford detachment, don't hesitate to reach out to the other detachments if needed. I know there are many of us that would be willing to lend a hand!! Take care, Kerry RICHARDSON South Bruce OPP 

Laurie, my heart and prayers are with you at this time and always. I am so sorry for your loss and may peace be with your loved ones and you. Get well soon. Retired OPP #4098 . 

My thoughts are with Laurie Hawkins, her friends & family... what a horrible situation... If I can make the suggestion that everyone makes sure they have a working Carbon Monoxide Detector in their home... please! Respond Wayne from the Blue Line Forum. 

For the attention of Michael Lalonde of Sudbury..I served at Kenora Det. & retired from the Ident unit in Kenora in 1987 

As a member of the law enforcement family, I hurt with all of you and pray for you all as well. I wish the fastest recovery possible for Laurie and my deepest sympathy in her loss. Never let forget she a memeber of one of the biggest and strongest famiies in the world, and she can and should count on them now. God Bless. 

May the souls of Laurie's husband and children find a peaceful place in Heaven and may Laurie one day find peace in her heart and mind and mend from this horrible tragedy. Former Toronto Special Constable Barry Waldron #99073 

Best wishes for a speedy and full recovery. The world of policing is a small world, and what hurts one family hurts us all. My the souls of her husband and children rest in peace. 

Laurie, my husband and I are part of the police family and we know this family will do whatever it takes to support you during this tragic time. We extend our deepest condolences and our heartfelt sympathies. You, your husband and children will always be in our thoughts and we continue to pray for you. Please know that you can call upon us at anytime. Stephen and Wendy Weist (Toronto Police and OPP members) 

Our sincere condolences are extended to Laurie and her family on the loss of her husband and children. 

Dear Laurie: My wife and I extend our deepest sympathies to you and all of your family. We pray for your full and speedy recoverey. As you so enthusiastically embraced the OPP, they will support and care for you throughout your journey. Keeping you in our prayers and hearts. 

Laurie...words can not express the sympathy I feel for you and your family... 

our prays and thoughts are with Laurie and her family,friends and co-workers. Keith Taylor #4276 retired OPP Cambridge 

My wife and I extend our deepest condolences to Laurie Hawkins and the families affected by this terrible tragedy. Laurie, we pray for your speedy recovery and divine guidance in the healing process. 

Please extend to Laurie and her family my sincere condolances on the death of her husband and 2 children. and ensure the prayers of the OPP Chaplains are offered for her recovery. 

Dear Laurie, We cannot find the words to adequately express our deepest sympathies to you and all of your family. We are praying for your full recovery and are so very sorry for your tremendous loss. You are in our hearts, our thoughts and our prayers. God be with you. Patti & Aaron McPhail Chatham-Kent OPP 

Re: Laurie HAWKIN Member of OPP Northumberland County. My family have followed the story of this tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with Laurie as she goes through her own personal hell on earth. On a personal note to Laurie from me...the OPP family will be there for you through the rough times you face, please allow them to hold you in their arms, dry your tears and guide your steps throughout your journey. 

I am so sorry to hear about Lauries family and will have Laurie in my prayers that she have a complete recovery. 

Just wondering if anyone knows where constable June Timmons,Tim Wood and Robin Moore are stationed now.Three great officers,They all served in Bancroft in late 80's and early 90's.I asked this a few months ago,but I used my old email address.If anyone knows please email me. 

I would be interested in Family and Friends of Police Officers who are/have/and will be having difficulty in dealing with the affects of a spouse, son, brother, uncle etc. being a Police Officer. Read the Emotional Survival for Law Enforcement book and wanted to hear from anyone dealing with these unique and amazing men and women when the affects of the job tear them apart along with everyone who loves them dearly. ANY input would be greatly appreciated !!!! Ken Deane, you will always be in my prayers and my heart , as will your family and all your great friends that are better people for having you in their lives ......ever safe.. ever peaceful.. you will be on my watch ...... Thanks to ALL of you for a job well done with the obstacles they place in front of you daily to keep you from doing what you love best......BEING A GREAT COP !! Don't be too proud to seek support ....we are all behind you 150 % . Stay safe, physically and mentally. Come home to the ones you love, with love. 

Just wanted to say everyone should thank the police for there hard work and bravery can you imagine what this world would be like if there was no police 

Does anybody know where Constables Tim Wood,June Timmons or Robin Moore are stationed now,All 3 served in Bancroft in late 80's early 90's. Three of the best Bancroft has ever had! 

Hi, I just wanted to say thank you to Rick Hendley (now retired from Pinery Park Dispatch) for getting in touch me with regarding my father GARRY VINCENT MACDONALD. It is very nice to know that 33 years later my dad is still remembered and thought of. My father was killed while on duty along with his partner RANDY CHATTERSON in Forrest. 

My heart goes out to the family of Det-Sgt Paul Clairmont's family - the OPP lost a good cop. 

I just want to say thank you to all police officers for dedicating yourselves to protecting our communities. I am a young father of two girls aged 6-8, and I hate the thought of seeing them grow up in the presence of some of todays youth. I have decided to try and make a difference in the community, and have registered for my COR. My test date is 08/18/08, at the police college in Aylmer, ON. Once I get the certificate, I will proudly apply to the O.P.P.I have always dreamed of becoming a police officer, but have never been in a position to be able to act on my dream. At 31 years of age, and 10 years with the same company, I just decided to go for it! I have allot to offer any policing agency, and I will not give up on my dream. 

My heart goes out to the family of Det-Sgt Paul Clairmont's family - the OPP lost a good cop. 

It's been almost a decade since my Dad passed. He was Sgt. Andy Templar. He was a great guy. He always had his office door open to the public and he welcomed visitors into his detachment. He would often "hold court" in his office with local folks and bash things out over coffee ( household disputes, neighbour problems, kids getting out of control, etc.), and at the end they all were able to come to some kind of resolution, and everyone walked away satisfied. My Dad was an "old school" type of cop, and he always made sure that you knew that he was the law. If you played nice with him he played nice with you. If you didn't play nice, well........ My Dad loved the bush, he loved to hunt, fish and be outside as much as possible. In fact, it was common knowledge that in the fall he would be "protecting wildlife". If you knew him, you know what that meant. He was generous with his time, patient, smart as hell and he will be missed forever by all that knew him. God bless you dad. 

anybody know where opp constables Tim Wood and Robin Moore are located now.Both were stationed in Bancroft in late 80.s early 90's.Two great guys 

Keep on your good work ! We support you for your next negociation as you do for us. 

I am trying to contact friends of mine called George and Ena Shipley. George was in the police in Niagra Falls in Canada. They have two children (grown up now) Wendy and Scott. They emigrated to Canada in 1968 or there abouts!! Ena's brother Alex Gray and his wife joined them in the 1970s after Ena's Mother died. I have tried every site I know of to try and catch up with them. My husband was in the Forces and we moved around a lot and eventually lost touch. I would dearly love to be in touch with them again. We were friends since school and I was bridesmaid at their wedding which I think was 1961! I do hope someone knows of them or that they or someone related to them reads this. Ena's brother Alex Gray and his wife emigrated as well in 

looking for any retirees from the Kenora detachment. 

Hi. I am a Police Officer in Ohio and I will be making my yearly fishing trip with my Dad to Cochrane, ON soon. I was wondering if anyone could help a fellow Officer. I usually fish Little Abitibi but was looking for any other places to fish in the area. I was also seeing if anyone could keep me updated on the water conditions before I make a 15-hour drive. Please Email me. Thanks, Rich. 

Re: Supreme Court Ruling (Canine searches) (Russ Cassidy, from Canada) wrote: OK... now we have another good reason why judges should be elected... Am I surprised by the ruling? not at all! A few antique Trudeau era liberal appointed judges who have police security afforded them every day, can decide the rights of the criminal must take priority over what is right for the majority of lawful citizens who have to walk the streets alone. Next time your in trouble don't call the cops, call the Supreme Court and let a judge come over and arrest the drug dealer that has just invaded your home... Hello Mr. Harper... "Are you listening to the silent majority here? there is an election coming!" 

I am definitely in agreement with those who change that the justice system needs to be changed to help protect the victims and their families instead of the criminals as is the present case. I hope that you are succesful in achieving the number of signatures you require and that the Government will agree to make changes to the justice system. Charlie Thomas 

I am very disappointed with the Judicial System in Canada. We protect the criminals and forget the victims. I think the young offenders act should be taken away. Don't tell me that a 13 or even 14 year olds don't know right from wrong. Sure there is peer pressure, I remember grade school and highschool, still if you do the crime you do the time period. If we let them get away with it at that age the next thing you know they are the criminals that the police have to keep looking for and putting back behind bars, just so that a judge can put them right back on the streets. Its like our jails have a revolving door. The police can only do so much. Our system has to change because the criminals know they will get away again and again. I commend all that serve in the Police Force be it home or away, God Bless you all. 

In memory of my dad Cpl. Robt. A. Scott who passed away Dec. 24, 1977, I am searching for those who knew him to share stories with me. He worked in Toronto, Kitchener and Niagara Falls (Crystal Beach) from 1954 to 1977. 

Keep up the good job opps..But I must say I think you should hire some young ones like under 22...Because Im tired of getting pulled over by old ones..I want young hot ones....Thanks for keeping our roadss safeeee.... 

i have and allways will support the...o.p.p. 

I am signing this as my uncle was once a part of th OPP so in Arthur Smith's memory he passed away March 30th 1979. 

Hard to belive two years today for TEX ,Ken Dean .Ithink of him often 

I hate to say it but our Judges are a joke. It seems to me that they have lost their common sense when it comes to protecting criminals when they should be protecting the citizens of Canada against criminals. As far as I am concerned a criminal loses all his rights when he commits a crime so judges should in no way make their life any easier. It is time to bring back capital punishment to protect the law abiding citizens of our country against murderers who have no respect for the law . 

Normally, I would have deleted an email I received recently, but decided to follow through - and happy I did otherwise would not have had the opportunity to sign and support your recent petition. Keep up the service. 

I am secretary for the Sudbury Police Pensioners Association and will be forwarding the Corrections Canada petition to our members to sign. Keep up the good work. Rudy 

I'm doing research on a drowning accident that occurred on Lake Temiskaming in June, 1978, and am interested in tracing a retired OPP officer, a detective inspector Lima (first name and detachment not known), with regard to the subsequent inquest, whichhe attended. If anyone can advise me of where I can reach officer Lima, I'd be most appreciative. Thanks! 

Hey Guys! My name is melissa and I've been wanting to become a OPP officer for the longest time. I am currently a High School student at Manitouwadge High School. It has deffinately been a dream for me since I've been 6 years old. I'm finally going to go through with my dream! Not just yet though, I always think now and again if I want to work in the city or in a small town. But anyways. I'm going to be taking my course in Sudbury Ontario, that's if I don't find the Academy in Guelph. (lol) I just wanted to say how happy I was of everyone, and knowing that I'm not already what half of these people are right now burns me, but don't worry, I'll fullfill my dream within the next 2 years. :) Keep up the good work! 

What a wonderful site.Congratulations to all our loving and caring O.P.P.'s.If anyone has any pictures of Constable Alexander Prodan Dutton detachment in 1964(Honor Roll) I would appreciate them ever so much.Keep up the good work.Thankyou all my Angel friends.Be safe 

Hi!! Awesome site... I'm inquiring into any information that may lead me to my birth father. The only information I have is that his name is Alan J. Hunter and that he was married with children at the time of my birth. He would have been stationed in Armstrong in 73-74. If anyone can help me, I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you.  

I would like to get some information on the OPP work with the children of Northern Ontario. I would like to hear about your book drive. THe members of the Early Childhood Education Course Union would be interested in assisting you with this endevour.