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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wiikwemkoong, ON — September 4, 2025 — The Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service (WTPS) extends its sincere thanks and appreciation to Staff Sergeant John Buligan for his outstanding leadership and contributions during his nine-month assignment as Divisional Commander. Staff Sergeant Buligan, who joined WTPS in January 2025 on temporary assignment from the Ontario Provincial […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wiikwemkoong, ON — September 4, 2025 — The Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service (WTPS) is now part of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Provincial Bail Compliance Dashboard (PBCD), a tool that helps track and share information about individuals released on bail for firearms-related offences. “This tool is an important step forward in our ongoing […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WIIKWEMKOONG – AUGUST 27, 2025 – The Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service (WTPS) is pleased to welcome Michael Force as Staff Sergeant. With more than 20 years of policing experience, Staff Sergeant Force brings an extensive background in tactical operations, community engagement, professional standards, and officer wellness to his new leadership role. “I […]

 IMMEDIATE RELEASE WIIKWEMKOONG – AUGUST 21, 2025 – The Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service (WTPS) is pleased to welcome Constable Adil Manek to its ranks. With a diverse professional background in corrections, youth engagement, Indigenous community support, and military service, Constable Manek brings a wealth of experience and commitment to community-focused policing. “We are very pleased […]

Community Urged to Stay Vigilant and Prepared FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WIIKWEMKOONG – AUGUST 12, 2025 – Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service (WTPS) is alerting residents to a surge in drug poisonings (overdoses) across the Sudbury and Manitoulin districts, as reported by Public Health Sudbury & Districts. While the cause of the spike remains uncertain, authorities warn […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WIIKWEMKOONG – AUGUST 7, 2025 – The Wiikwemkoong Annual Cultural Festival wrapped up this past weekend with vibrant performances, dazzling regalia, and strong attendance from across the region. While the spotlight was on cultural celebration, the Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service (WTPS) worked quietly in the background and alongside community members to ensure […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  WIIKWEMKOONG – AUGUST 6, 2025 – The Anishinabek Nation 7th Generation Charity has announced that Sgt. Darrell Mandamin of the Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service will be honoured with the Anishinabek Lifetime Achievement Award later this month.  Sergeant Mandamin, who began his policing career in 1991, is being recognized for more than three […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WIIKWEMKOONG – JULY 31, 2025 – A R.I.D.E. check by the Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service led to the seizure of illicit narcotics and Canadian currency, and the arrest of a 31-year-old man already facing drug trafficking charges. Police stopped a vehicle at about 2:51 p.m. on July 30 during an interdiction enforcement […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WIIKWEMKOONG – JULY 31, 2025 – A coordinated police operation early Thursday morning led to multiple arrests and the seizure of drugs and evidence consistent with drug trafficking in Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory. In the early morning hours of the 31st of July, members of the Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service (WTPS), with support […]

WIIKWEMKOONG – JULY 29, 2025 – During a R.I.D.E. check at approximately 8:00 PM on July 27, 2025, the Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service (WTPS) investigated a vehicle that led to the seizure of fentanyl with a street value exceeding $22,000, cocaine valued at $6,000, and a small amount of cash. “This operation is a clear […]