The Ontario Provincial Police are once again trying to teach kids it’s cool to do something nice this summer.
Operation Freeze is a partnership with Mac’s Convenience Stores across Ontario.
OPP officers will be on the lookout and if they catch a youth showcasing positive behavior in their community they may receive a thank you in the form of a “ticket” for a Mac’s Froster drink. “The positive ticketing program allows OPP officers to engage with youth in a positive way and help to build relationships and trust,” said OPP Inspector Robyn MacEachern, OPP Community Safety Services.
A youth may receive a “positive ticket” from an officer for a number of things including helping others in need, being leaders, doing a good deed and/or participating in community activities.
The positive tickets may also be used as an ‘icebreaker’ to interact with young people. “Positive community engagement is an essential first step to breaking barriers and building trust,” said Sean Sportun, ICPS – Manager, Loss Prevention & Security for Mac’s in Central Canada.
Last year the OPP distributed over 27,500 Operation Freeze tickets throughout the province.
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