Hamilton Police joins police services across Ontario and Canada for Police Week, May 14-20, 2023.

Police Week is an annual recognition week that focuses on increasing community awareness and acknowledgement of police services, while strengthening partnerships between police and those they serve.

Since 1970, Police Week has taken place in May to coincide with Peace Officers Memorial Day, which is internationally recognized on May 15.

This is a celebration of the work our front-line police officers, 9-1-1 communicators, civilian members, and all members of our police service do to keep Hamilton citizens safe.

This year the provincial theme is “Building Bridges: Celebrating Police – Community Partnerships.” This highlights the importance of growing partnerships within our Hamilton community.

“We invite the community to attend any of our events this week to celebrate the importance of partnerships in building a strong and safe Hamilton,” said Acting Police Chief Ryan Diodati.

This week’s Police Week activities include the following:

The annual Police Week in Ontario is sponsored by the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) and the Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General. It is part of a national effort led by the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police to recognize and honour the work of police service members.

Joining in on some of our events? Follow us on our social media platforms at

Twitter: @HamiltonPolice

Instagram : @hamiltonpoliceontario

Facebook: Hamilton Police Service

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