Operation Freeze helping youth "cool" down this summer

(SOUTHERN BRUCE COUNTY, ON) - Demonstrating positive behaviour and participating in random acts of kindness is the "cool" thing to do this summer. 
 
The OPP is proud to be partnering once again with Mac's Convenience Stores across Ontario this year for Operation Freeze.
 
OPP officers will be on the lookout and if they catch youth showcasing positive behavior in their community, they may receive a thank you in the form of a ticket for a Mac's Froster drink.
 
A youth may receive a "positive ticket" from an officer for a number of positive behaviours: helping others in need, being a leader, doing a good deed and/or participating in community activities. Officers may also use the positive tickets as an 'icebreaker' to interact with youth. 
 
In the summer of 2016, the OPP distributed more than 27,500 Operation Freeze tickets throughout the province. 
 
"The positive ticketing program allows OPP officers to engage with youth in a positive way and help to build relationships and trust," said OPP inspector Robyn MacEachern, OPP Community Safety Services.
 
"Positive community engagement is an essential first step to breaking barriers and building trust," said Sean Sportun, ICPS - Manager, Loss Prevention and Security for Mac's in Central Canada.