Wanted to flag a great local opportunity for anyone in the group looking to give back, stay active, and connect with Ottawa’s first-responder community. I’ve ran the 9RunRun twice, and I’ll be participating again this year. I also know people who have volunteered at the event, and they’ve thoroughly enjoyed the experience and the opportunity to help support a great cause. 📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026 📍 Village Square Park, Stittsville The event supports the Ottawa First Responders Foundation and brings together Police, Fire, Paramedic personnel and members of the community. 🚦 A couple ways to get involved: • Volunteer — visit the link below, scroll to the VOLUNTEER section and follow the registration link. A great way to give back, meet people and be part of the day. • Run or walk — 5K, 10K, 21K and Family 2K options • Great fitness goal if you’re preparing for the shuttle run, or simply looking to keep your conditioning up afterward. For anyone going through the recruitment process, I think it’s a great opportunity to support our community and get involved alongside Ottawa’s first responders. Event / Registration / Volunteer Info: https://9runrun.ca/the-races/ Hopefully see you out there!

To all new applicants, We understand some candidates may be confused about receiving an email regarding a Fitness PREP Validation from [email protected] on Success Factors. If you have already submitted a valid PREP or Shuttle Run certificate with your application, you do not need to submit another copy to our Recruitment Team at this time. Please note that PREP/Shuttle Run certificates are valid for six (6) months only from the date of issue. Candidates are responsible for ensuring they maintain a valid fitness certificate throughout the recruitment process. If your current certificate expires during the hiring process, you will be required to complete a new PREP or Shuttle Run and submit an updated certificate. Thank you for your attention and cooperation. Sworn Recruitment Team

Hi everyone, I just received an email saying that a valid PREP certification is required as I move forward in the selection process. I’ve already completed the Shuttle Run with Ottawa Police and uploaded my certificate with my application. I thought that the Shuttle Run was enough to move forward in the process. Has anyone else received this email? Is the PREP a separate requirement from the Shuttle Run, or is this just a general reminder sent to applicants? Thanks!

Honour. Courage. Service. If you joined this community, something inside you already knows - this isn't just a career choice. It's a calling. Think about it. When there's a crisis, are you the one who steps forward or the one who steps back? If you run towards it… you're in the right place. We've got over 700 men and women inside this community, all on the same path, wanting to serve with the Ottawa Police Service. Whether you just found us or you've been here a while, this is your sign to re-engage. Policing is about people. It takes empathy. Integrity. Physical readiness. Mental resilience. And a commitment to lifelong growth. 👉 Drop us a comment below & tell us where you are at right now in your journey

Good afternoon, August 8th Shuttle run is all booked! If anyone is interested to be on the waiting list, please send me an email : [email protected] I will notify you if we get any cancellations.