OPP Supports Community Training During Victims and Survivors of Crime Week

Written By Emily Pratt

Public Media Notice Edited by Emily Pratt

PETERBOROUGH COUNTY / NORTHUMBERLAND, ON - The Peterborough County and Northumberland Detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are supporting a series of awareness and training sessions hosted by Victim Services Peterborough and Northumberland in recognition of Victims and Survivors of Crime Week 2026.

Building on the success of last year's sessions, Victim Services Peterborough and Northumberland will offer survivor‑led, trauma‑informed learning opportunities focused on Human Trafficking and Internet Child Exploitation. These sessions will include contributions from Victim Services, law enforcement, and a specialized exploitation therapist.

In keeping with this year's theme, "The Power of Collaboration," the sessions are designed to strengthen community responses through education, prevention, and partnership. Participants will also have opportunities to connect with local community partners and learn more about available supports and services within the region.

Event Details

Information Session for Parents and Caregivers of Youth

  • Date: Monday, May 11, 2026

  • Location: Douro Community Centre - Wellington Room, 2893 Highway 28 and County Road 4, Douro, Ontario

  • Doors Open: 5:00 p.m.

  • Event Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

  • Details: Free event; light dinner to be served

  • Note: Due to the sensitive nature of the topic, attendees must be 18 years of age or older

Training Sessions for Service Providers

  • Date: Monday, May 11, 2026

  • Location: L.I.F.E. Centre, 431 Hiawatha Line, Hiawatha, Ontario

  • Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026

  • Location: Venture13, 739 D'Arcy Street, Cobourg, Ontario

  • Times: Doors open at 8:30 a.m. Session runs from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

  • Details: Free events: Light breakfast to be served

The OPP continues to work collaboratively with Victim Services and community partners to support victims and survivors of crime, promote public awareness, and help prevent exploitation through education and early intervention.

Registration is required, and tickets are available until May 4, 2026.

To register or for more information, visit: https://victimservicespeterboroug.simpletix.ca/

Emily Pratt
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