Deputy Chief Farquharson has been a member of the Peterborough Police Service since 1986. He has an extensive range of police experience and training and has held positions in every section of the Service over the past 33 years. He has had increased levels of command and responsibility throughout the Service and currently holds the rank of Deputy Chief of Police.

Deputy Chief Farquharson has extensive experience in Operations and Criminal Investigations, including a lengthy tour of duty in intelligence and illicit drug investigations. He is extremely interested in the challenges presented to policing and our communities involving issues of mental health and addictions. He is a police leader who believes we can always be better and that enforcement is simply one small part of a collaborative of community agencies and stakeholders working towards the best possible place to “live, work and play”.

Deputy Chief Farquharson has received many accolades throughout his career, including the Lieutenant Governor’s Medal of Bravery and being invested as a Member of the Order of Merit of the Police Forces.

Deputy Chief Farquharson is a member of the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police Drug Advisory Committee and the Chair of the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police Substance Advisory Committee, a member of the Ontario Chiefs of Police Organized Crime Committee and the Central East Local Health Integrated Network Opioid Strategy Task Force and many other Agencies/Boards and Committees dealing with the challenges of substance use.

He is interested in helping Peterborough in any way possible with the numerous challenges our community faces daily. Tim has been a proud sponsor of the United Way contributing not only financially but supporting in raising awareness around all the great work the United Way is involved in. A strong United Way helps Peterborough and area remain the vibrant healthy caring community we all love and consider home and Tim is proud to serve the United Way as a cabinet member in 2020-2021.

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Next up in our PTBO Performs VI artist series 🎤✨

Phil Stephenson of Lagan & Derelict!

🕦 9:05 PM | Thursday, February 26
📍 The @cogeco Studio, Showplace Performance Centre
🎉 Marking their SIXTH PTBO Performs appearance!

PTBO Performs VI: Musicians United to End Homeslessness is Peterborough’s biggest night of live music featuring 14 amazing local acts set to take both stages @ptboshowplace in support of our partner agencies providing housing and shelter services.

🎫 Tickets are available online now [link in bio] and at the @ptboshowplace box office.

You’re not going to want to miss this!

#PTBOPerformsVI #PTBOMusic #LiveMusicPTBO

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Next up in our PTBO Performs VI artist series 🎤✨ Phil Stephenson of Lagan & Derelict! 🕦 9:05 PM | Thursday, February 26 📍 The @cogeco Studio, Showplace Performance Centre 🎉 Marking their SIXTH PTBO Performs appearance! PTBO Performs VI: Musicians United to End Homeslessness is Peterborough’s biggest night of live music featuring 14 amazing local acts set to take both stages @ptboshowplace in support of our partner agencies providing housing and shelter services. 🎫 Tickets are available online now [link in bio] and at the @ptboshowplace box office. You’re not going to want to miss this! #PTBOPerformsVI #PTBOMusic #LiveMusicPTBO

❄️ Due to inclement weather, our office will be closing early today, (Thursday, January 15)❄️

Our team will remain available remotely and will continue to monitor phones and emails.

Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe.

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❄️ Due to inclement weather, our office will be closing early today, (Thursday, January 15)❄️ Our team will remain available remotely and will continue to monitor phones and emails. Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe.

Buckle up for Peterborough Performs returning February 26th! 🥳

Join us for a night of impact and community as we enjoy 14 local artists at Showplace Performance Centre. All proceeds raised are in support of our partner agencies and the work they do for housing and homelessness initiatives.

🎟️ Get your tickets at showplace.org

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Buckle up for Peterborough Performs returning February 26th! 🥳 Join us for a night of impact and community as we enjoy 14 local artists at Showplace Performance Centre. All proceeds raised are in support of our partner agencies and the work they do for housing and homelessness initiatives. 🎟️ Get your tickets at showplace.org

☁️If you’re looking for a sign (and the chance to win big, give back and change lives) this is it!

🎟️Our next 50/50 draw takes place on January 30th! Purchase tickets online through the link in our bio.

*Ontario residents only. Must be 18 or older to purchase tickets.

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☁️If you’re looking for a sign (and the chance to win big, give back and change lives) this is it! 🎟️Our next 50/50 draw takes place on January 30th! Purchase tickets online through the link in our bio. *Ontario residents only. Must be 18 or older to purchase tickets.

Looking for a night that’s guaranteed to be unforgettable? 🎶
Peterborough Performs returns February 26th for an incredible evening of live local music!

For one night and one night only, fourteen talented local artists will take the stage under one roof, showcasing a vibrant mix of folk, pop, and everything in between. You’ll discover new favourites, sing along to familiar hits, and experience the best of Peterborough’s music scene.

Best of all, you can feel good knowing every ticket makes a difference. Proceeds raised from Peterborough Performs support our local partner agencies and their housing and homelessness initiatives. By coming together through music, we’re strengthening our community and helping create lasting solutions.

🎟️Get your tickets today at showplace.org or through the link in our bio

And don`t forget to keep an eye out for our online auction - coming soon...👀

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Looking for a night that’s guaranteed to be unforgettable? 🎶 Peterborough Performs returns February 26th for an incredible evening of live local music! For one night and one night only, fourteen talented local artists will take the stage under one roof, showcasing a vibrant mix of folk, pop, and everything in between. You’ll discover new favourites, sing along to familiar hits, and experience the best of Peterborough’s music scene. Best of all, you can feel good knowing every ticket makes a difference. Proceeds raised from Peterborough Performs support our local partner agencies and their housing and homelessness initiatives. By coming together through music, we’re strengthening our community and helping create lasting solutions. 🎟️Get your tickets today at showplace.org or through the link in our bio And don't forget to keep an eye out for our online auction - coming soon...👀

First up in our PTBO Performs VI artist series 🎤

@caitlinoconnormusic of @detentionclubmusic

🕘 9:10 PM | Thursday February 26
📍 Main Stage, Showplace Performance Centre
🎉 Making their first-ever Peterborough Performs appearance!

PTBO Performs VI: Musicians United to End Homelessness is Peterborough’s biggest night of live music - with fourteen acts set to take both stages @ptboshowplace in support of our work ensuring everyone has a place to call home.

Tickets available online [link in bio] and at the @ptboshowplace box office.

Don’t miss it. 🔥

#PTBOPerformsVI #PTBOMusic #LiveMusicPTBO

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First up in our PTBO Performs VI artist series 🎤 @caitlinoconnormusic of @detentionclubmusic 🕘 9:10 PM | Thursday February 26 📍 Main Stage, Showplace Performance Centre 🎉 Making their first-ever Peterborough Performs appearance! PTBO Performs VI: Musicians United to End Homelessness is Peterborough’s biggest night of live music - with fourteen acts set to take both stages @ptboshowplace in support of our work ensuring everyone has a place to call home. Tickets available online [link in bio] and at the @ptboshowplace box office. Don’t miss it. 🔥 #PTBOPerformsVI #PTBOMusic #LiveMusicPTBO

Office pranks on Jim are back and better than ever for 2026🐭🤣!

High spirits, strong teamwork and lots of laughs and heart here at UWP.

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Office pranks on Jim are back and better than ever for 2026🐭🤣! High spirits, strong teamwork and lots of laughs and heart here at UWP.

After many years of dedicated service, we are preparing to celebrate Jim Russell’s upcoming retirement, and the incredible leadership he has provided to United Way Peterborough & District. Jim’s commitment to community, collaboration, and compassion has helped shape the organization we are today, and we are deeply grateful for the impact he leaves behind.

As we look ahead to our next chapter, we are now seeking a Chief Executive Officer to build on this strong foundation and lead UWP through continued growth and community impact guided by Reconciliation, equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion.

We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.

💻 Learn more by visiting www.uwpeterborough.ca/ceo-hiring/ [link in bio]

📧 To apply, send a resume and cover letter (PDF) to ceohiring@uwpeterborough.ca

🗓️ Deadline for applications: February 16th, 2026

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After many years of dedicated service, we are preparing to celebrate Jim Russell’s upcoming retirement, and the incredible leadership he has provided to United Way Peterborough & District. Jim’s commitment to community, collaboration, and compassion has helped shape the organization we are today, and we are deeply grateful for the impact he leaves behind. As we look ahead to our next chapter, we are now seeking a Chief Executive Officer to build on this strong foundation and lead UWP through continued growth and community impact guided by Reconciliation, equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. 💻 Learn more by visiting www.uwpeterborough.ca/ceo-hiring/ [link in bio] 📧 To apply, send a resume and cover letter (PDF) to ceohiring@uwpeterborough.ca 🗓️ Deadline for applications: February 16th, 2026

✨ We’re back in the office and kicking off our first work day of 2026 with the best kind of news! Celebrating our December 50/50 winner and the incredible community that makes moments like this possible.

❤️ Our monthly 50/50 draws are a growing way to support our 20 local partner agencies while giving Ontario residents the opportunity to win big.

🎟️ The January draw is live now - tickets are on sale through the link in our bio, and our next draw takes place on January 30 at 1:00 PM.

*Must be 18+ to purchase tickets. Ontario residents only.

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✨ We’re back in the office and kicking off our first work day of 2026 with the best kind of news! Celebrating our December 50/50 winner and the incredible community that makes moments like this possible. ❤️ Our monthly 50/50 draws are a growing way to support our 20 local partner agencies while giving Ontario residents the opportunity to win big. 🎟️ The January draw is live now - tickets are on sale through the link in our bio, and our next draw takes place on January 30 at 1:00 PM. *Must be 18+ to purchase tickets. Ontario residents only.

From all of us at the Peterborough & District United Way, we are wishing everyone a safe and happy New Year! We`re excited to continue our work with our amazing donors, partners, and volunteers in the years to come.

📅 Reminder: The tax deadline for charitable contributions is December 31.

Show your #LocalLove and donate to United Way Peterborough & District to help build community & change lives.

Consider donating today, visit the link in our bio to learn more about our work and ways to give.

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From all of us at the Peterborough & District United Way, we are wishing everyone a safe and happy New Year! We're excited to continue our work with our amazing donors, partners, and volunteers in the years to come. 📅 Reminder: The tax deadline for charitable contributions is December 31. Show your #LocalLove and donate to United Way Peterborough & District to help build community & change lives. Consider donating today, visit the link in our bio to learn more about our work and ways to give.

2025, what a year!

We’re so grateful for the generosity, care, and community spirit that made these moments possible.

As the year comes to a close, this is also a friendly reminder that gifts made by December 31 are eligible for 2025 charitable tax receipting. Thank you for supporting your neighbours, today and all year long.

Learn more about the ways to give at the link in our bio.

Reminder: there is a secure mailbox located at the front of our office (277 Stewart St.) checked daily.

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2025, what a year! We’re so grateful for the generosity, care, and community spirit that made these moments possible. As the year comes to a close, this is also a friendly reminder that gifts made by December 31 are eligible for 2025 charitable tax receipting. Thank you for supporting your neighbours, today and all year long. Learn more about the ways to give at the link in our bio. Reminder: there is a secure mailbox located at the front of our office (277 Stewart St.) checked daily.

🚨Reaching Home Funding Applications Are Now Open!🚨

United Way Peterborough & District is happy to share that we are accepting applications from agencies for the Reaching Home program, on behalf of the Government of Canada.

👉 What is Reaching Home? It is a community-based program aimed at preventing and reducing homelessness across Canada. This program provides funding to communities to help them address their local homelessness needs.

Applications close January 22nd, 2026. Find eligibility requirements and full application details on our website:
🔗 uwpeterborough.ca/reaching-home/ or follow the link in our bio

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🚨Reaching Home Funding Applications Are Now Open!🚨 United Way Peterborough & District is happy to share that we are accepting applications from agencies for the Reaching Home program, on behalf of the Government of Canada. 👉 What is Reaching Home? It is a community-based program aimed at preventing and reducing homelessness across Canada. This program provides funding to communities to help them address their local homelessness needs. Applications close January 22nd, 2026. Find eligibility requirements and full application details on our website: 🔗 uwpeterborough.ca/reaching-home/ or follow the link in our bio
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