Access to East Algoma OPP detachments restricted during lockdown – Appointments required The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is taking action to help reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 by restricting the access to its facilities, including detachments, across the province. The OPP is limiting the processing of routine criminal record checks/vulnerable sector checks and finger printing to essential workers/volunteers only. Anyone seeking entry to OPP Blind River, Thessalon and Elliot Lake detachments must make an appointment first. Individuals will be pre-screened and are required to have proper personal protective equipment prior to entering the detachment. If you require any detachment-based service, including criminal record checks and vulnerable sector checks, please call 705-356-2244 for Blind River, 705-848-6975 for Elliot Lake and 705-842-3244 for Thessalon in advance for an appointment. Our operating hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.