Chief Ewles’s career with Durham police has spanned 31 years. Its high points have included the opening of a number of new buildings, including a new training and 911 centre in Whitby. The new operations centre included a firearm range, something the DRPS had not had for 20-plus years. He was involved in the beginning stages of construction on others, such as the new police station and forensics lab in Clarington. He’s also helmed the service at a time when it has been repeatedly lauded for its effectiveness in investigating and clearing major crimes.