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IODE Canada, on behalf of its members, established an award to recognize a member, unit or detachment of the RCMP for exemplary public service to their community outside of their official duties. Each year, the office of the Commissioner of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police chooses the recipient. This award has been presented since 1992. |
Sergeant Kwabena Oppong
Nova Scotia H Division
Nova Scotia H Division
Sergeant Kwabena Oppong shared, “I applied to the RCMP because friends who were Members said, ‘We’re hiring. The job lets you do lots of different, interesting things, and we think you’d be a good fit.”
To date, Sergeant Oppong has served both in uniform and as a plainclothes officer in various units, including Financial Crimes, Major Crimes, General Investigative Services, and Federal Policing. He was a member of the Tactical Troop for over 16 years and also became a Crisis Negotiator. He says all of his roles have been both challenging and rewarding, just as promised when he first joined. Every day, he has the opportunity to put his strong people skills to use.
Sergeant Oppong’s early postings took him to Tantallon, Nova Scotia, and then to North Preston. Centuries old, North Preston is the oldest and largest Black Community in Nova Scotia with the highest concentration of African Canadians in Canada. Its population has very strong ties to the land and a rich history of resilience. He later served in Windsor and Enfield, Nova Scotia.
“We don’t usually meet people on their best day,” he says. “But when I can help them navigate a difficult situation as smoothly as possible, that’s what keeps me going.”
Through his volunteer work in sports, Sergeant Oppong has created meaningful, positive connections with the Black community, encouraging trust in the police and fostering mentorship opportunities for young Black Nova Scotians. His exceptional commitment to building relationships between law enforcement and the community is both remarkable and impactful, contributing to a sense of reconciliation and inspiring interest in joining the RCMP.
Sergeant Oppong’s dedication to youth, his advocacy for inclusivity, and his support for the well-being of all Canadians are truly noteworthy. By putting his words into action, he is helping to keep Nova Scotia communities safe and exemplifying the RCMP’s core values in everything he does.
Sergeant Oppong continues to demonstrate an ongoing commitment to excellence, both within the community and the RCMP and makes a significant contribution to the quality of life for all.
The members of The National Chapter of Canada IODE, gathered for their 125th Annual Meeting, were honoured to present the 2025 IODE Canada RCMP Community Service Award to RCMP Sergeant Kwabena Oppong.
To date, Sergeant Oppong has served both in uniform and as a plainclothes officer in various units, including Financial Crimes, Major Crimes, General Investigative Services, and Federal Policing. He was a member of the Tactical Troop for over 16 years and also became a Crisis Negotiator. He says all of his roles have been both challenging and rewarding, just as promised when he first joined. Every day, he has the opportunity to put his strong people skills to use.
Sergeant Oppong’s early postings took him to Tantallon, Nova Scotia, and then to North Preston. Centuries old, North Preston is the oldest and largest Black Community in Nova Scotia with the highest concentration of African Canadians in Canada. Its population has very strong ties to the land and a rich history of resilience. He later served in Windsor and Enfield, Nova Scotia.
“We don’t usually meet people on their best day,” he says. “But when I can help them navigate a difficult situation as smoothly as possible, that’s what keeps me going.”
Through his volunteer work in sports, Sergeant Oppong has created meaningful, positive connections with the Black community, encouraging trust in the police and fostering mentorship opportunities for young Black Nova Scotians. His exceptional commitment to building relationships between law enforcement and the community is both remarkable and impactful, contributing to a sense of reconciliation and inspiring interest in joining the RCMP.
Sergeant Oppong’s dedication to youth, his advocacy for inclusivity, and his support for the well-being of all Canadians are truly noteworthy. By putting his words into action, he is helping to keep Nova Scotia communities safe and exemplifying the RCMP’s core values in everything he does.
Sergeant Oppong continues to demonstrate an ongoing commitment to excellence, both within the community and the RCMP and makes a significant contribution to the quality of life for all.
The members of The National Chapter of Canada IODE, gathered for their 125th Annual Meeting, were honoured to present the 2025 IODE Canada RCMP Community Service Award to RCMP Sergeant Kwabena Oppong.
Sergeant Kwabena Oppong receiving the the 2025 IODE Canada RCMP Community Service Award from IODE Canada President Jane Cushing
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National President Jane Cushing, Sergeant Oppong, National Citizenship Officer Catherine Moore and Chief Superintendent Christopher Leather
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