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Cocaine Bust – Wasaga Beach

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – Members from the Collingwood & Huronia West Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) with assistance of detachment uniform members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) completed a drug trafficking investigation which was conducted over a four month period resulting in criminal charges.

In April 2025, the Community Street Crime Unit in Collingwood initiated an extensive drug trafficking investigation focused on a male suspect involved in trafficking cocaine in the Town of Collingwood. The suspect was observed over the course of the next several months to be engaged in activities consistent with drug trafficking.

On September 2, 2025, the suspect was arrested in the Town of Wasaga Beach. A search of the suspect resulted in the seizure of more than 84 grams of cocaine, a digital scale and two cellular phones. The suspect was also found to be in breach of a probation order.

Julio Azevedo, 27 years-old of Toronto was charged with;

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The accused party was held in custody for a show cause bail hearing to answer to the charges.

Members of the Collingwood & Blue Mountains Detachment are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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Natasha CATHCART & Jarden McQUEEN Facing Impaired Charges

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – Members of the Collingwood and Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two drivers with impaired driving offences in separate incidents overnight.

Around 9:30pm on September 10, 2025, members of the Collingwood and Blue Mountains OPP responded to a motor vehicle collision on a trail near the Eleventh Line in the Town of the Blue Mountains. When officers arrived, they found the driver to be impaired by alcohol, and she was placed under arrest for Impaired operation. Investigation determined that the driver’s blood alcohol level was over the legal limit. As a result, Natasha CATHCART, 19 years of age, of Collingwood has been charged with:

·      Operation while Impaired – alcohol

·      Operation while Impaired – 80 plus

Around 10:30pm on September 10, 2025 an officer conducted a traffic stop of a motor vehicle on Mountain Road, Collingwood. When the officer read the driver the Alcohol Screening Demand to the driver, he refused and was arrested for that offence. Charged is Jarden McQUEEN, 35 years of age, of the Blue Mountains has been charged with:

·      Refusal to comply with Demand

Both accused have been issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension, and their vehicles have been impounded for seven days. They have been released and are required to attend Provincial Court on a future date.

If you suspect someone of driving while impaired, call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or dial 911 to report it.

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Cocaine In Salsa Ends With Arrest

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – On August 3, 2025, just after 3:00 a.m. officers from the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on First Street in the Town of Collingwood after a motor vehicle was observed with no headlights or tail lights.

The vehicle, a grey Ford Escape, was stopped without incident. The lone male occupant was identified as Ivan Ryan, 48 years-old of Collingwood. While interacting with the driver, officers observed a controlled substance within plain view.

A search of the motor vehicle was conducted revealing approximately 55 grams of suspected cocaine concealed in a tostitos salsa container. A large portion of cash and drug paraphernalia were also seized.

Ivan Ryan was charged with the following offences:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking, section 5(2), Controlled Drugs & Substances Act
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000 – in Canada, section 354(1)(a), Criminal Code
  • Drive without proper headlights – motor vehicle, section 62(1), Highway Traffic Act
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance, section 2(1)(a), Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act

The accused is scheduled for a future date before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood.

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Fabio GAGLIARDI Facing Numerous Charges

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – On Thursday, July 31, 2025, at approximately 6:36 a.m., an officer from the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on First Street at Oak Street in Collingwood. The early morning stop led to the arrest of a Wasaga Beach resident on multiple charges.

Fabio GAGLIARDI, 42 years old, of Wasaga Beach, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol, Criminal Code
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus), Criminal Code
  • Drive motor vehicle – no permit, Highway Traffic Act
  • Fail to surrender insurance card, Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act
  • Having liquor in open container, Liquor Licence and Control Act
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available, Cannabis Control Act
  • Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero, Highway Traffic Act

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood on September 9, 2025.

As the Civic Long Weekend approaches, officers from the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains OPP will be focusing on driving behaviours that are contributors to serious collisions and fatalities on Ontario roadways.

The OPP reminds all motorists that road safety is a shared responsibility. Officers will be out in full force this long weekend to help ensure everyone arrives at their destination safely.

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KHWAJA HAFIZ Facing Numerous Charges

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – On April 3, 2025, an officer from the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Mountain Road near 11th Line in the Town of Collingwood after an Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) alert identified a suspended driver.

The vehicle, a white Dodge Sprinter van, was stopped without incident. The lone male occupant, identified as Khwaja Najm KHWAJA HAFIZ, 31, of the Greater Toronto Area, was found to be a suspended and prohibited driver.

Further investigation revealed multiple active suspensions under both the Highway Traffic Act and the Criminal Code. Officers also located cannabis readily available within the vehicle and an imitation firearm-a BB gun-concealed under the driver’s seat.

KHWAJA HAFIZ was charged with the following offences:

  • Operation while prohibited (2 counts), section 320.18(1)(a), Criminal Code
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, section 88, Criminal Code
  • Drive while under suspension, section 53(1), Highway Traffic Act
  • Fail to surrender insurance card, section 3(1), Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available, section 12(1), Cannabis Control Act
  • Drive motor vehicle – no currently validated permit, section 7(1)(a), Highway Traffic Act
  • Confuse identity of plate, section 13(1), Highway Traffic Act
  • Class G1 licence holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver, section 5(1), Ontario Regulation 340/94

In mid-July, the accused failed to attend court as required, and a warrant was issued for his arrest.

On July 24, 2025, members of the Collingwood OPP took custody of KHWAJA HAFIZ from the Napanee OPP. He was transported to the Collingwood detachment and held in custody for a bail hearing, which took place on July 25, 2025, at the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie.

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Drug Bust – TAYLOR & MCNEIL

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, two individuals were arrested and a quantity of items seized after members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed a search warrant at a Collingwood residence on July 17, 2025.

Officers from the OPP Community Street Crime Units (CSCU) from the Collingwood and Huronia West Detachments executed the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant at an apartment in a multi-unit residential complex in Collingwood.

Two individuals were taken into custody at the scene. Investigators seized approximately 100 grams of suspected cocaine, Canadian currency totaling $1,115, and other items associated with drug trafficking.

As a result of the investigation, Chloe MCNEIL, aged 21, and Shawn TAYLOR aged 25, both of Collingwood, have been charged with the following offences:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine, contrary to Section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA)
  • Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000, contrary to Section 354(1)(a) of the Criminal Code

Both individuals were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood on September 16, 2025.

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Repeat Offender Arrested For Assault #WaitInTheTruck

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – On June 16, 2025, officers from the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment responded to a disturbance at a location in Collingwood, where a verbal dispute had escalated into intimate partner violence.

A 35-year-old male assaulted a female, damaged her personal property, and was found in possession of a spring-assisted knife with a brass knuckle handle. During the arrest, the individual resisted officers and damaged a police cruiser. Additionally, the individual uttered threats against an officer. The individual was found to be in breach of existing prohibition orders and undertakings.

As a result of the investigation, the 35-year-old male from Wasaga Beach, was arrested and charged with:

  • Assault, contrary to Section 266 of the Criminal Code
  • Mischief – Destroys or Damages Property, section 430(1)(a)
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon, section 91(2)
  • Possession of Firearm or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order (2 counts), section 117.01(1)
  • Mischief – Renders Property Dangerous, Useless, Inoperative or Ineffective (2 counts), section 430(1)(b)
  • Failure to Comply with Undertaking (2 counts), section 145(4)(a)
  • Failure to Comply with Release Order, section 145(5)(a)
  • Uttering Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm, section 264.1(1)(a)

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie, ON. This bail hearing took place on June 17, 2025.

The OPP is committed to addressing intimate partner violence and ensuring public safety. No further details will be released to protect the victim and integrity of the court process.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains OPP at (705) 445-4321 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Another Dies In Police Custody – SIU Invokes Silence

(Collingwood, ON) – The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has invoked its mandate in relation to an incident that took place in Collingwood. 

On Thursday, May 1, 2025, members of the Collingwood Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a male for breaching a conditional sentence order. He was transported to the Collingwood OPP Detachment where he was subsequently lodged in cells and held for a bail hearing. 

Shortly after 6:00 p.m., the individual went into medical distress. He was subsequently transported to a local hospital where he was later pronounced deceased.

The OPP has notified the SIU, which has invoked its mandate. As a result, the OPP will not be able to provide further information. Any other inquiries should be directed to [email protected].

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Gary GARBUTT Was Arrested Again #RepeatOffender

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – The Collingwood and Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a local man with seven counts of mischief and one count of failing to comply with a probation order following a thorough investigation into a series of fibre optic wire-cutting incidents in Collingwood, ON.

Between February 16 and April 26, 2025, Collingwood OPP investigated seven separate incidents of mischief involving the deliberate cutting of Rogers and Bell Canada fibre wires on hydro poles at various locations throughout Collingwood. These acts disrupted essential communication services and posed risks to public safety.

In collaboration with community members, the Collingwood OPP identified 44-year-old Gary GARBUTT as the suspect. On April 26, 2025, GARBUTT was arrested by members of the Collingwood OPP and held for a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice. This bail hearing occurred on April 27, 2025 with GARBUTT answering to the charges of:

  • Seven counts of Mischief under $5000under section 430(1)(a) of the Criminal Code 
  • One count of Failing to Comply with Probation Order under Section 733.1(1) of the Criminal Code

The Collingwood and Blue Mountains OPP extend their gratitude to the public for their cooperation, particularly through the use of residential cameras, which are vital tools in assisting police investigations. The success of this investigation highlights the OPP’s dedication to resolving crime and the strength of community partnerships.

Anyone with information related to these incidents is asked to contact the Collingwood OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Marc Belisle Was Arrested – Details Released

(COLLINGWOOD, ON). The Collingwood and Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has made an arrest in connection with an incident on a Collingwood trail on April 16, 2025, where a young adult female was approached and threatened. 

Following an investigation on April 17, 2025, the officers of the Collingwood OPP arrested Marc Belisle, a 22-year-old male from Collingwood. Belisle has been charged with Criminal Harassment under the Criminal Code of Canada and was also arrested on the strength of outstanding warrants. Belisle was held in custody for a bail hearing on April 18, 2025.

The case was managed by members of the Collingwood OPP Crime Unit, led by Detective Sergeant Jason Lloyd. The safety of our community is our top priority, and the OPP is dedicated to addressing crime with all available resources to ensure public safety.

The Collingwood OPP Crime Unit has concluded that there is no ongoing threat to public safety related to this incident. We thank the public for their cooperation and vigilance in reporting information that assisted in this investigation.

The OPP encourages residents to remain mindful of their surroundings while using trails and public spaces. Stay alert, travel in groups when possible, and report any suspicious behaviour to police immediately.

Anyone with additional information about this incident is asked to contact the Collingwood and Blue Mountains OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Stolen Vehicle Recovered – 2 Arrested, Names Released #3Strikes

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – On April 13, 2025, around 2:00 pm, members of the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call regarding a motor vehicle theft from a parking lot in Collingwood, ON. The theft of a black Dodge Ram 1500 had occurred within the past hour. The vehicle was left unlocked with keys inside, and additional stolen items included a pre-paid credit card, a debit card, and the complainant’s driver’s licence.

The Collingwood OPP gathered evidence and reviewed video footage from both the theft location and a local gas station, where a transaction was made using the victim’s debit card. During the investigation, police were able to identify the suspects as a 44-year-old, Michael Churchill and a 39-year-old, Tammy Carson, both of Collingwood. 

Both individuals have since been located, arrested and were held for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood on April 14, 2025. The stolen vehicle has been recovered and returned it to its owner.

In addition, CHURCHILL has been charged in connection to a theft investigation that stemmed from incidents at the Living Water Resort in Collingwood. Information on that investigation was released to the media earlier this month. 

Michael Churchill has been charged with:

  • Theft Under $5000 (2 counts)
  • Possession under $5000
  • Use of Credit Card s342(1)(c)
  • Possession Break & Enter Instruments s351(1)
  • Breach of Probation Order s733.1

Tammy Carson has been charged with:

  • Theft of motor vehicle s333.1

The Collingwood and Blue Mountains OPP is dedicated to safeguarding our communities and upholding justice against offenders. Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Dyllan Parkin Was Arrested Again

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – On Thursday, April 3, 2025, at approximately 11:55 pm, a member of the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting general patrol in the Town of Collingwood, County of Simcoe, when an arrest was made.

While patrolling, the officer observed a male walking northbound on Walnut Street at Fifth Street. The officer recognized the male as 32-year-old Dyllan Parkin of Collingwood, who was known to have several outstanding warrants for his arrest. At 11:56 pm, the individual was arrested based on the strength of these warrants.

During the arrest, the officer discovered break-and-enter instruments commonly used to gain unauthorized entry, in the individual’s possession. Through further investigation, police were able to link the male to a theft incident that occurred at the Living Stone Resort in Collingwood on March 26, 2025.

The male was transported to the Collingwood OPP Detachment, where he was held pending a bail hearing to answer to the following charges:

·        Theft Under $5000 (2 counts)

·        Possession Under $5000

·        Possession of Break-in Instruments

·        Possession Identity Documents (Criminal Code section 56.1)

·        Fail to Comply with Probation Order (2 counts)

·        Fail to Attend Court

·        Fail to Comply with Release Order (2 Counts)

The Collingwood and The Blue Mountains OPP remain steadfast in our commitment to keeping our communities safe and secure, ensuring that offenders face justice.

Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Mason SCHROTH – Break & Enter, Theft

Collingwood, ON – On April 4, 2025, at approximately 4:58 am, officers from the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a break and enter in progress at a residence in Collingwood.

The complainant reported waking to the sound of someone exiting the residence. Several items were discovered stolen, including a gaming console with controllers and a jacket containing vehicle and business keys.

Police arrived on scene shortly after 5:00 am. It was reported that the male suspect was seen fleeing the area on a bicycle. During the investigation, officers were able to determine the suspect’s identity and then attended a residence linked to the suspect. The male, identified as 43-year-old Mason SCHROTH, was arrested at approximately 6:00 am without incident.

Most of the stolen items, including the keys and controllers, were recovered. A Nintendo Wii gaming console remains outstanding. The accused is set to appear before the Collingwood Ontario Court of Justice on May 13, 2025, to answer to the following charges:

·        Break & Enter a Dwelling contrary to s348(1)(a) of the Criminal Code

·        Theft Under $5000 contrary to s334(b) of the Criminal Code

The Collingwood OPP is committed to solving crime and ensuring our communities are safe and secure. Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Ryan GRIFFIN Was Arrested

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – Members of the Collingwood and Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged a driver with Impaired Operation (Over 80) after a traffic investigation early Saturday morning.

Just after 2:00am March 22, 2025 an officer with the Collingwood and Blue Mountains OPP observed a white sedan driving eastbound on Mountain Road in the Town of Collingwood. The vehicle was stopped on Tenth Line near Mountain Road and the officer conducted a roadside impaired driving investigation. As a result, the driver was arrested and transported to the Collingwood OPP Detachment for breathalyzer tests to be obtained.

Ryan GRIFFIN, 24 years of age, of Collingwood was released on an undertaking, charged with Impaired Operation (80 Plus). He was served with a 90 day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension and his vehicle was impounded for 7 days. The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood at a future date.   

Police remind the public that impaired drivers put our community at risk and our officers continue to actively look for drivers who drive while impaired, including conducting RIDE spot checks all year round. Collingwood and Blue Mountains OPP conducted an additional 6 RIDE spot checks over this past weekend. If you plan on consuming drugs or alcohol, plan to have a designated driver, call a friend, a taxi or rideshare to arrange transportation to get you home safely. If you suspect someone of driving while impaired, call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or dial 911 to report it.

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4 Arrested Following Break & Enters – MAIN, PLATER, ROBERTSON & TAYLOR

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Collingwood and Blue Mountains Detachment Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) executed a search warrant at a residence in Innisfil in the early morning hours of February 20, 2025. Police have recovered illegal firearms, stolen vehicles, and property stolen from numerous Break and enters in Collingwood and Clearview Township over the past several months, four people have been arrested.

In January 2025 Collingwood OPP received a complaint that a male was driving a stolen motor vehicle and was in possession of firearms, the complaint was forwarded to Collingwood CSCU who initiated an investigation. In the early morning hours of February 20, 2025 Collingwood CSCU, assisted by uniform members of the Collingwood OPP, Huronia West OPP, Southern Georgian Bay detachment CSCU, Nottawasaga detachment CSCU, OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU) executed search warrants at two residences in Innisfil and arrested 4 people. As a result, police recovered a loaded 9mm handgun, a sawed-off shotgun, two rifles, police and corrections uniform patches, and other property related to numerous break and enters in Collingwood and Clearview Township during the fall of 2024.

As a result of the investigation, the following people have been charged:

Kyle MAIN, 36 years of age, of Collingwood has been charged with:

·      Possess Firearm and ammunition contrary to Prohibition order – three counts

·      Fail to comply with release order

·      Possession of property obtained by crime – four counts

·      Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000

·      Careless storage of a firearm – two counts

·      possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose – two counts

·      Possession of a restricted firearm

·      Possession of a prohibited firearm

·      Unauthorised possession of a Firearm – two counts

·      Unauthorized possession of a weapon

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm – four counts

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a weapon

·      Possession of a loaded restricted firearm

Nathan PLATER, 27 years of age, of Innisfil has been charged with:

·      Possess Firearm and ammunition contrary to Prohibition order – three counts

·      Fail to comply with release order

·      Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000

·      Careless storage of a firearm

·      Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

·      Possession of a prohibited firearm

·      Unauthorized possession of a firearm – two counts

·      Unauthorized possession of a weapon

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm – three counts

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a weapon

William ROBERTSON, 26 years of age, of no fixed address, has been charged with:

·      Fail to comply with release order – two counts

·      Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000

·      Careless storage of a firearm

·      Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

·      Possession of prohibited firearm

·      Unauthorised possession of a firearm – two counts

·      Unauthorized possession of a weapon

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm – three counts

·      Knowledgw of unauthorized possession of a weapon

Jennalee TAYLOR, 33 years of age, of Alcona has been charged with:

·      Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 – three counts

·      Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000

·      Careless storage of a firearm

·      Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

·      Possession of a restricted firearm

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm

·      Possession of a loaded restricted firearm

All of the accused were held in custody for a bail appearance before the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood, on a future date.

Report suspected drug-trafficking or suspicious activity to OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or https://ontariocrimestoppers.ca/.