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New International Missing Persons and Unidentified Remains Conference

The Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP), in partnership with the Toronto Police Service and the TPS Missing Persons Unit, is pleased to present the inaugural 2026 International Missing Persons and Unidentified Remains Conference, taking place September 29 to October 1, 2026, at Hotel X Toronto, Toronto, ON.

This conference is designed to address the increasingly complex challenges surrounding missing persons investigations. This groundbreaking event will bring together global experts,...

We’re Hiring! GR Director

The Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) is seeking a senior-level person to lead the association’s advocacy efforts and manage relationships with key government and sector stakeholders to advance public policy priorities. 

Reporting to the Executive Director, the successful candidate will have a strong understanding of Ontario’s political and policing landscape, exceptional analytical and communication skills, and the ability to support the President and Executive Director in building...

Position Statement – Supervised Consumption Services Sites/HART Hubs

OACP Substance Advisory Committee Position Statement – Supervised Consumption Services Sites/HART Hubs

Date: March 23, 2026

Note: This Position Statement represents an update on the association’s Drug Strategy Framework Position Paper issued in July 2024.

The Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) recognizes the complex and evolving challenges of substance use and addiction across Ontario. Effective responses must be evidence-informed, coordinated, and balanced, addressing health and social...

Nominations for a 2026 OACP Annual Award

The Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police’s (OACP) Annual Awards recognize police personnel whose work makes a meaningful difference in the lives of Ontarians every day. We invite you to submit nominations for the following awards. Who will you nominate?

• OACP Traffic Safety Excellence Award
• OACP Award of Excellence in Community Safety, Wellness, and Crime Prevention
• OACP/CCN Catherine Martin Award of Excellence in Media Relations and Corporate Communications
• OACP Excellence in Information...

Updates on the 2026 OACP Annual Conference

Register Today!

The Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police’s (OACP) 2026 Annual Conference will take place May 31-June 3, 2026, in Niagara Falls, ON. Now is the time to register and secure your spot at the conference and your accommodations. Please check out the conference page on our website for a list of confirmed speakers and presentations.

Conference Details:

Date: May 31-June 3, 2026

Location: Sheraton Fallsview (5875 Falls Avenue, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3K7)

Accommodations: Sheraton Fallsview

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