Press Releases
24 Oct 2025
Press Release-OPP Association Names New President and Vice President
BARRIE, ON, Oct. 24, 2025/CNW/ – David Sabatini has been named the new President and CEO of the OPP Association. Dave Dube has been named the new Vice President. The announcements were made […]
Blog
8 Sep 2025
74 New Stones Added to OPP Pathway of Memories and Miletsones
Carl Dalton and David Sabatini at the OPP Pathway of Memories and Milestones 2025 Dedication Ceremony Acting OPPA President David Sabatini was honoured to be joined by Carl Dalton of […]
Podcast
10-5 – The Official Podcast of the OPP Association
News and resources for members of the OPP Association and the public on issues impacting our members and your community.
| Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Explained on Episode 143 of 10-5 The Official Podcast of the OPP Association | 44:13 | Retired OPP Sergeant John Flesher’s life suddenly changed in June, 2024 when he was struck from behind by a vehicle while riding his motorcycle. John was left with life altering injuries. John joins the 10-5 Podcast to discuss his journey of reslience and recovery, and stress the need to have accidental death and dismemberment insurance, a power of attorney for personal care and property, and a will. Laura Ferron is the Senior Advisor, Pension and Benefits at the Ontario Provincial Police Association. Laura joins the 10-5 Podcast to explain in detail the accidental death and dismemberment insurance coverage available to OPP Association members and give some tips on powers of attorney and wills. | 17 Oct 2025 |
| ViCLAS & Forensic Polygraph Examinations Explained on 10-5 Podcast | 37:24 | Retired Sudbury Detective Sergeant Jordan Buchanan joins 10-5 The Official Podcast of the OPP Association to speak about his service with Sudbury Police and his secondment to OPP GHQ working with the early start up of the Violent Crime Linkage Analysis System, known as the ViCLAS, in the 1990’s. He also touches on his experience as a Forensic Polygraph Examiner, and his newly released fictional novel “Past Ghosts Echoed” | 12 Sep 2025 |
| Free Ball Hockey Program For Kids at Caledon OPP – Episode 141 of 10-5 The Official Podcast of the OPP Association | 21:25 | OPP Provincial Constable Jesse Nobleman and Charlene Randall from the Peel Children’s Aid Society (Peel CAS) are guests on Episode 141 of 10-5 The Official Podcast of the OPP Association. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)’s Caledon detachment and Peel Children’s Aid Society are proud to present a free ball hockey program in partnership with House of Hockey, a Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (MLSE) Foundation community program. This 5-week program is open to Caledon residents, ages 8-15, and runs Thursdays at 5:30 to 7:30 pm between July 31 – August 28, 2025. | 25 Jul 2025 |
| Sherri deGroot and Joe Evans of the OPP Youth Foundation Join Episode 140 of the 10-5 Podcast to Discuss the Pathway of Memories and Milestones | 19.25 | Sherri deGroot and Joe Evans are Board Members of the OPP Youth Foundation. They join 10-5 The Official Podcast of the OPP Association to discuss the Pathway of Memories and Milestones. | 13 Jun 2025 |
| Rob Jamieson-From the Front Lines to the Front Page- Episode 139 of 10-5 The Official Podcast of the OPP Association | 1hr, 22min. | Rob joins the 10-5 Podcast to reflect on his 30-year journey in policing. He shares powerful stories of trials and triumphs, opens up about his deep commitment to mental health and wellness, and gives an exclusive sneak peek into his new book that he has authored along with writer Laurie Stephens titled “In Pursuit of Mental Wellness in the First Responder Community”. | 30 May 2025 |
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