19 | Thursday, January 5, 2017 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com Fletcher brings wealth of policing experience to new role as top cop continued from p.18 policing and specific knowledge of our service to the role. The police services board looks forward to working with him to continue to implement innovative solutions and costeffective, community-based policing," Hicks said. "He will continue to build on the strong foundation established by Chief Beazley" Fletcher has a long policing career, starting in the Halton Region in 1984. He has experience in many facets of policing, including uniform patrol, criminal investigations, the tactical unit, the drug and morality bureau, the homicide unit, and in community policing support. He is a graduate of the FBI National Academy, has been recognized with a Governor General of Canada Order of Merit of the Police Forces, and is a recipient of a Queen' s Diamond Jubilee medal. Fletcher also served on the executive of the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) as a director, and is past chair of the OACP Community Safety and Crime Prevention Committee. Fletcher and his wife, Jacquei, recently moved to Innisfil and have begun to get involved in a variety of community organizations. He is co-chair of the Simcoe County Local Immigration Partnership and is a member of the Innisfil Rotary Club. Outside of policing, Andrew has coached youth soccer, is a supporter of Special Olympics Ontario, and is a past board member with the Reach Out Centre for Kids (ROCK) -- a nonprofit charitable organization that helps children and youth. Beazley announced his retirement after nearly five years as chief. He took over the top post during a tumultuous time, as the service faced being replaced by the OPP. Beazley also guided the service through a cost containment process that has seen both BWG and Innisfil councils applaud him for keeping budgets in line. Beazley began his long career with the Winnipeg Police Service as a constable in November 1974. Years later, in 2000, he was appointed deputy chief of the Strathroy-Caradoc Police Service and later became their chief in 2009. He then became the South Simcoe chief in 2012. "Chief Beazley is recognized as an excellent police leader, not just in South Simcoe, but around Ontario. He will be missed, and leaves behind a legacy of a service of which we can be proud and is poised for the future," Hicks said. Bhandari Family Dentistry returns to Oakville BRiNG iN YOUR FAMILY FOR A CHECK-UP AT OUR NEW MODERN CLiNiC Dr. Bhandari is an advocate of oral health with 31 years of experience. He and his team pride themselves for their professional and comprehensive approach to dentistry. Dr. Bhandari has proudly worked with a number of celebrities throughout his career, helping them maintain their red carpet worthy smiles! Customer care is our core concern. Whetheryou're looking for general maintenance, regular check-up treatments or cosmetic dentistry, we can help. Give Dr. Bhandari a call to book your appointment or consultation. a c t u a l p a t ie n t t r e a t m e n t s by dr . b h a n d a r i Crowns before Crowns after Bridgework before Bridgework after Porcelain Veneers Crowns and Bridges Teeth Whitening Restorations Composite Resin Dental Implants Laser Dentistry New Patients & Dental Emergencies Welcome Periodontist on site BScDIH DDS DR. ViNEET BHANDARi 905.825.5110 Monday to Friday 7:30 - 5:00. Evening and Saturday appointments available. Palerm o Professional C entre 2525 Old Bronte Rd., Suite 470 Oakville (at Dundas Street) · www.bhandaridental.com I didn't expect to feel so comfortable j here. Feeling at home means enjoying the things you like to do. Which is why at Amica, you can always enjoy your day the way you like to - read your book in a quiet corner or enjoy a snack when you want to. You can expect an all-inclusive community that is personalized to you with a range of first-class amenities and services. You can choose care and support options tailored to your unique needs and preferences. Independent Living · Assisted Living Expect More.TM Come learn about our enhanced care and support options. Call or book a visit online at amica.ca A M I C A Am ica at Oakville 160 B ronte Road, O akville 905-842-8167 at O a k v i l l e