2008 has been one of the most successful years in the Law Enforcement Torch Run’s (LETR) 19 year history. In total twenty two community based runs were held across the province raising funds and awareness for Special Olympics programs at the local and provincial level.The community based runs involve Law Enforcement officers, their friends and families, Special Olympics athletes, students and members of the community. The runs are a focal point for the community and they provide an opportunity for Law Enforcement to work with their community to support a great cause.
Since their inception the LETR has raised in excess of one million dollars for Special Olympics Newfoundland and Labrador. There are nine Law Enforcement Agencies that partner to make the LETR a reality. Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Royal Newfoundland Constabulary, Newfoundland & Labrador Corrections Services, Fisheries & Oceans Canada, Canadian Forces Military Police, Office of the High Sheriff, Government Services, Memorial University Campus Enforcement, Newfoundland and Labrador Liquor Corporation.
The culmination of LETR Final leg took place on July 4th in Marystown when the Final Leg carried the Flame of Hope into opening ceremonies of the 2008 Special Olympics Newfoundland and Labrador Summer Championships. Law Enforcement Officers from across the province travelled to Marystown for the honor to be part of the Final Leg.
The LETR is currently planning for the 2009 Final Leg which will mark the 20th anniversary for the Torch Run in Newfoundland and Labrador.
