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Applications open for Wellington OPP citizens police academy

Applications are open until February 18th, and you can apply to any one of the OPP offices in Wellington County, including Fergus. The ten-week program begins March 6. Ken Hashizume/CJOY

Wellington OPP say they’re looking for people motivated to join their Citizens Police Academy.

The 10-week program begins in March and will reportedly give people the chance to learn about policing in a way that very few get to experience without becoming a member of the force.

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OPP said applicants will be exposed to many specific police related topics and duties including forensic analysis, canine handling and homicide investigations.

In addition, police said you’ll tour the OPP detachment in Fergus.

The program will allow individuals to understand the challenges and responsibilities OPP officers face every day.

The deadline to apply is Feb. 18 and those interested can drop off their applications at any one of the Wellington OPP offices.

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