On Wednesday, June 10, 2026, the Owen Sound Police Service (OSPS) is proud to once again host the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) in support of Special Olympics Ontario. OSPS members, local Special Olympic Athletes, along with Saugeen Shores Police Service, Hanover Police Service, West Grey Police Service, and the Ontario Provincial Police, will be walking and running routes across Grey and Bruce counties in Port Elgin, Kincardine, Hanover, and Durham. The event will culminate with a final run in Owen Sound and a BBQ at Owen Sound District Secondary School (OSDSS).

“The Law Enforcement Torch Run is one of the most meaningful events we take part in each year,” said OSPS Chief Craig Ambrose. “It brings together our police services, communities, and Special Olympic Athletes in a shared celebration of inclusion, perseverance, and the power of sport. We’re proud to support Special Olympics Ontario and help shine a light on the incredible accomplishments of these Athletes.”

The Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run® is the largest public awareness and grass-roots fundraiser for Special Olympics.  Known honourably as Guardians of the Flame, law enforcement members and Special Olympic Athletes carry the “Flame of Hope”, symbolizing courage, celebrating diversity, and championing acceptance, uniting communities around the globe.

With the endorsement of the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police, the first Law Enforcement Torch Run in Canada was held in 1987. Since the Torch Run began its partnership with Special Olympics Ontario, the number of registered athletes has grown from under 4,000 to greater than 23,000 athletes today.

All funds raised through LETR events are directed into program support that directly affect Special Olympics Ontario (SOO) community programs. Funds help pay for various expenses including games travel, accommodations, meals, staff support, volunteer and athlete training. At SOO, small programs, large programs, big cities and small communities are treated with the same level of importance.  The development of Special Olympics Ontario is directly related to the success of the Torch Run. By donating through the link below, your funds will directly support our local SOO programs.

Watch and cheer for the local Law Enforcement Torch Run travelling through Grey Bruce at the following times on Wednesday, June 10, 2026:

• 7:30 a.m. in Port Elgin, hosted by Saugeen Shores Police Service
• 8:35 a.m. in Kincardine, hosted by Ontario Provincial Police Service
• 9:55 a.m. in Hanover, hosted by Hanover Police Service
• 11:00 a.m. in Durham, hosted by West Grey Police Service
• 12:25 p.m. in Owen Sound, hosted by the Owen Sound Police Service.

Show your support for the 2026 Grey Bruce Law Enforcement Torch Run: