I had met Detective Constable Michael Mulville #1412, in August 2015 and not by choice. I can tell you that he knows a lot! But knowledge isn't everything. A true hero believes in what he does and has awesome people skills because he is kind, supportive, sympathetic and is really, really smart. This is Officer Mulville.

In addition, he gave invaluable advice that helped my family, especially myself, to see that we were not alone and that healing and recovery were possible when it seemed like it wasn't during some very dark days.

On behalf of my 6 year old son and myself, I am nominating Constable Eric Loeffler (#1544) for a hero of the year award. 
In August 2015, I was involved in a domestic incident that my son had sadly witnessed. Although the Constable performed his job very well, this nomination is based on his big heart of gold. During the incident, PC Loeffler visited my son who was at the neighbour's house. An impressionable visit it was. After that day, my son pretended to be a police officer for the next several weeks and had also decided that he was going to be a Police Officer when he grew up. He wanted to save the world from bad people. The other day, he said to me, "Whenever we pass by a police car, I look for the 'Big Guy' but I don't see him."

I would like to nominate Joe Poderys for a hero of the year award. On September 27, 2015, our 15 year old son was in a terrible accident. Joe arrived and stayed on the scene for several hours and went above and beyond, providing incredible support to our family as well as our neighbours. His sensitive, kind and compassionate approach will always be remembered, especially by our son. Joe helped us through this tragic morning of events and truly put life into perspective. We are so grateful our son survived this terrible ordeal and so grateful that Joe was with us that day. We wanted to somehow thank him for that day and tell him what a "hero" he was to our family. Please accept this nomination for the amazing work ethic of one the Sault's finest, Joe Poderys. Sincerely, The Mitchell Family

Sharon Williamson is the most giving person I have had the pleasure to know. Sharon gives of her time to bring attention to the homeless. She not only raises money, but most of the necessities of life we take for granted to make sure the homeless have a sense of worth. Even when times got tough Sharon kept on going. There is so much that Sharon has done, not only being a rare wonderful person, wife and mother but a true selfless individual that I respect and admire so much. - Pamela Chase, Hamilton

I am honoured to nominate Sharon Williamson as hero. Sharon created Helping Hamilton's Homeless, she gives away used clothing and Tim Hortons gift cards on her lunch. At Christmas she ran the Magical Night of Giving where she gave away food and blessing bags to low income families in Hamilton. She also runs an inspirational page on Facebook That's called inspirational stories and giveaways where she has given away 4 trips to Niagara Falls to People who make a difference in their community. Sharon has a bit heart! Laura Reilly - Hamilton

Sharon is an amazing individual. She is a wife, mother and a career women. Most people would think their plate is pretty full. Not Sharon, she is forever involved in the Hamilton community. She is one of most unselfish person I have ever met. She doesn't care what you look like, what you are wearing. if you need help don't be surprised if it isn't Sharon's hand reach for you. Her heart is t bigger then her beautiful smile. If you know Sharon she is running somewhere for charity. Helping and giving to the homeless. Her family and friends are so proud of Sharon. I personally am very proud to nominate Sharon Williamson. If most of us could be half of her what a beautiful world this would be. - Ronda Macdonald

Sharon is someone I have been following because she was giving away a trip to Niagara for a weekend to a deserving person. I nominated Adam King due to his struggles and he won. Sharon videoed a homeless man picking the winner. I thought she must be too good to be true...until I started following her. Our world needs more people in our lives like Sharon. Dedicated, generous, smart, devoted and an honourable person. She is so deserving!!! - Kelly Stark, Hamilton

I want to Nominate Rachel Gibbs! 

Rachel Gibbs was one of the co-ordinators of the Youth In Policing Initiative programs and she made an impact in my life during my time in the summer! Rachel has a funny personality and she is very nice and open to any questions you have!
That is why I nominate Rachel!

Reyden Bunag, Peel Region

I am nine years old so a hero is something important to me. A hero is someone to look up to and to want to be like. A hero should set a good example and want to make the world a better place. A hero is someone who would face danger in order to help or save someone. Mark Patterson isn't just my uncle- he is my hero too. - A. Twort, Ottawa

Officer Debbie Lafreniere through her acts of kindness, interests and concerns has forever changed the life of a little boy. I am grateful to her since I have known this little boy for a long time. I have been in business for seven years and Debbie has always been helpful to me in any situation and giving me advice - she is both valued as a police officer and a friend to me - Cheryl Sterling, Chatham - Kent