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What is the International Police Association?The International Police Association is a friendship organization for members of law enforcement, whether in employment or retired, and without distinction as to rank, position, gender, race, language or religion. The IPA has around 372,000 members in nearly 100 countries, of which 65 are affiliated National Sections, and we are represented on 6 continents.The IPA is run completely by volunteers.Our motto is 'Servo per Amikeco' - Service Through Friendship'
The International Police Association is:• NOT, an old boys club exclusive to retired male members.• NOT involved in internal police matters, or involved in political, special interest groups.• NOT part of a larger group or association.
Membership RewardsJust some of the companies that offer IPA members discounts
TravelTravel with your family to most parts of the world knowing you have a friendly face waiting to welcome and assist you at your destination. Take part in cultural and house exchanges, sporting events and hobby interests at local, national and international levels.Make special requests on your IPA Travel Form e.g. visit a police station or request a ride-along if available, etc.
Friendship Weeks and other Activities• Each year, different countries hold Friendship Weeks.• Friendship Weeks are meant to showcase the country.• Activities include various social activities and sightseeing.• Accommodations are arranged and costed out for visitors.• Other special events held around the world: cycling events, motorcycle rallies, sports, pistol shooting, etc. To see a listing of events, please visit: https://www.ipa-international.org/Events• When you join, a Regional Travel Officer s available to assist you travel plans.
IPA AccommodationsThe IPA has numerous properties worldwide where members can stay in reasonably priced accommodation. As a member, you will have access to the IPA Hosting Book that lists all IPA Houses and private accommodations available. Today there are IPA Houses across the globe, from Australia to South Africa to the United Kingdom with more houses being opened each year.All IPA Houses are reasonable priced
TrainingThe Arthur Troop Scholarship:As a legacy to the IPA’s founder, is a professional education and advanced training bursary, with the aim of aiding IPA members in their professional careers. Every year, serving IPA members are invited to submit their application forms to their national section to be in with the chance of receiving a scholarship of up to €2,500 to be used for a seminar or training option of their choosing. Many of the awardees opt to attend a seminar from the wide range on offer at the IPA’s Education Centre – IBZ Gimborn in Germany.Young Police Officers Seminar:Every other year, the IPA organizes a Young Police Officers’ Seminar, providing the opportunity for younger serving members to meet their peers and take part in a themed training programme. In recent years, the YPOS has taken participants to Sri Lanka (2022) the UK (2019), USA (2017), Poland (2015) and Australia (2013). The majority of members attending these events are aged 35 or under, and the aim is to provide a global view of law enforcement and the IPA overall. IPA Canada will pay $1,500 to each member to assist with travel costs.
SportsActivities range from playing football in Italy, to joining a table tennis tournament in Poland, from taking part in a shooting competition in Croatia to playing golf in France. As part of a team or as a single competitor, IPA sports activities will enable you to widen your horizons and meet police officers as keen on sports as you.
Join the IPAONTARIOOther regions in Ontario:• Region 1 – London/Kitchener• Region 2 – Toronto• Region 10 – Hamilton• Region 18 – Northern OntarioTo join another region, please visit our National Website and submit an application: https://www.ipa-canada.org/Join IPA Ottawa today:https://www.ipaottawa.com/join• Annual Dues are $35.00 p.a. and may be paid by Interac eTransfer or Credit Card.• The savings you will realize by making purchases through our Rewards Programs or by using IPA Houses when you travel will more than make up the $35.00.
Contact UsIf you have any questions about the IPA or IPA Ottawa, please visit our webpage at www.ipaottawa.com or send us an email: ipaottawa@rogers.com