WTPS members Jackie White, Amanda Gibbons, and Chief Ron Gignac received prestigious provincial policing awards for excellence in communications, victim services, and leadership.
Marian Jacko of Wiikwemkoong will receive an Honorary Doctor of Laws from York University on June 19, 2026, recognizing her trailblazing leadership in Indigenous justice and child advocacy.
The OPP Golden Helmets Precision Motorcycle Team performed in Wiikwemkoong on June 4. The event honored fallen officers, including Manitoulin鈥檚 Marc Hovingh, drawing local students and residents.
The OPP Golden Helmets Precision Motorcycle Team performed in Wiikwemkoong on June 4. The event honored fallen officers, including Manitoulin鈥檚 Marc Hovingh, drawing local students and residents.
WTPS members Jackie White, Amanda Gibbons, and Chief Ron Gignac received prestigious provincial policing awards for excellence in communications, victim services, and leadership.
Marian Jacko of Wiikwemkoong will receive an Honorary Doctor of Laws from York University on June 19, 2026, recognizing her trailblazing leadership in Indigenous justice and child advocacy.
Police seized $126,000 in drugs, over $20,000 cash, and two handguns in a Wiikwemkoong raid. Four individuals face trafficking and weapons charges, while a fifth was charged with obstructing police.
Wiikwemkoong observed Red Dress Day by teaching youth about safety and interconnectedness. Speakers shared traditional teachings, police safety tips, and "My Sister鈥檚 Toolkit" to protect young people.
Wiikwemkoong leadership announced that serious offenders face a two-year removal from the territory to combat drug violence. While aimed at safety, some worry it risks further displacing vulnerable members.
The Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service is deploying body-worn cameras this week to enhance transparency and public trust. Chief Ron Gignac expects to expand the program service-wide through 2027.
Wasse Abin High School instituted a total ban on personal electronics. Administrators, teachers, and students report increased engagement, better social interaction, and fewer classroom distractions.
