The Ottawa Police Hoopstars is a dedicated team of volunteers; made up of both police and partners who deeply care about the ... community they serve. All of its members are committed to engaging and building sustainable relationships within the many diverse communities that make up the city of Ottawa, by playing a game of basketball with youth or even just having personal one-on-one discussions. Sports is a universal language that any adult or teen can understand, and out on the court you forget about labels and focus on teamwork. By encouraging healthy interaction with police through competitive games, it reinforces the fact that police are there to help. read more