Demonstration Day: 60 years of OPP Canine Unit
Courtesy Barrie360.com
By Ian MacLennan, September 12, 2025
Image – Ontario Provincial Police – Central Region – Facebook
Who let the dogs out?
The OPP Canine Unit is celebrating 60 years with a demonstration day.
It’s taking place on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at OPP General Headquarters, located at 777 Memorial Avenue in Orillia.
The grounds will open at 9:30 a.m., and demonstrations begin at 10:00 a.m.
The event is free and will take place rain or shine. It’s recommended you bring a lawn chair as seating is limited, and leave your dog at home.
- live canine demonstrations
- police vehicles and gear displays
- OPP shop and 2026 Canine Calendar
- OPP Museum
Parking is available at the OPP Academy Lot and in the lot at the lights on Memorial Avenue (follow event signage/OPP Auxiliary members)