NEWS RELEASE
WATERLOO REGIONAL POLICE SERVICE
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The Waterloo Regional Police Service is pleased to open its doors once again and invite the community to celebrate Police Week during its annual Open House.
The Police Week theme this year, Helping Build Safer Communities, honours the essential and invaluable work of the policing profession.
“As we head into Police Week next week, it is a time to celebrate our police members and the work they do to ensure the safety and well-being of Waterloo Region residents,” said Bryan Larkin, chief of police.
“The Open House is a special day where families can enjoy a variety of activities and connect with our members and partners to learn how we can work together to build a safer community.”
Everyone is welcome to attend the Open House at the Waterloo Regional Police Service’s Headquarters on Saturday, May 14, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 200 Maple Grove Road in Cambridge. There will be a variety of activities and events, including:
- Demonstrations and displays from various police units, including Canine, Forensic Identification, Special Response, and Traffic Services
- Musical entertainment by Erick Trapline
- Kricket the Clown
- Rock climbing wall
- Displays and information booths from community partners
- Charity BBQ and food trucks
- Tours through the Children’s Safety Village
- And more!
Admission is free, and no registration is required. Donations of non-perishable food items will be accepted on behalf of the Food Bank of Waterloo Region.
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