Children of all ages are getting their fishing gear ready for the Kids, Cops and Canadian Tire Fishing Event hosted by the Greater Sudbury Police Service on Friday, July 7.
The participants will be fishing on Whitewater Lake in Azilda, setting out from Whitewater Park at 9 a.m.
Members of the GSPS, the OPP and the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry will be on hand to ensure everyone has a fun and safe day.
This day of fishing is part of an exciting grassroots program to encourage youngsters to enjoy the benefits of recreational fishing. It is supported / sponsored by Fish For Ever - Kids, Cops and Canadian Tire Fishing Days, the Police Association of Ontario, Pro Bait and Tackle on the Kingsway, Ramakko’s, Kal Tire, Canada Brokerlink and the Chief’s Youth Initiative Fund.
According to Bob Izumi, chair of the Fish For Ever Foundation and star of Real Fishing Television, there is nothing that puts a smile on a kid’s face faster than catching a fish.
“That’s why I love to create opportunities for children and families to go fishing,” said Izumi.
“Fishing is one of the very best ways for parents and other adults to establish productive and healthy relationships with children. Police officers spend their entire careers protecting children. This program is a perfect way for kids to learn that these dedicated men and women care about them as individuals, not as potential young offenders.”
