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Who’s Your Hero Beyond the Badge?

The Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) believes police service members should be recognized for going beyond the requirements of their service in positively impacting their communities. That’s why we urge every police service in Ontario to submit nominations to our Hero Beyond the Badge program. Watch for a revised information and nomination package coming your way very soon.

The OACP, in partnership with OnStar Canada, continues to recognize those often-unsung heroes in our Ontario...

OACP Supports Bill C-2

The Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) has taken a strong public position in support of Bill C-2, TheStrong Borders Act, which is currently before the Parliament of Canada. The support of Ontario’s police leadership for Bill C-2 mirrors the position of the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP). The CACP’s proposals for border security are essential in responding to the evolving and complex threats posed by transnational organized crime, which exploit gaps in legislation, in...

Changes to Automated Speed Enforcement

On September 25, 2025, the Provincial Government announced its intention to introduce legislation that will ban the use of municipal automated speed enforcement cameras across the province. If passed, this legislation would prevent the use of municipal speed cameras in Ontario immediately upon Royal Assent.

The province intends to establish a new provincial fund to assist affected municipalities in implementing alternative safety measures, including initiatives such as speed bumps, roundabouts,...

OACP Issues Statement on Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program

After multiple meetings with Public Safety Canada and a full Board meeting with PSC. The Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) has outlined its position on the Government of Canada’s proposed Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program (ASCFP). In the statement, the OACP noted that it continues to have serious concerns about the program’s design and implementation.

While our association appreciates the recent engagement with Public Safety Canada and recognizes the government’s stated...

OACP Statement on Federal Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program

OACP Statement on Federal Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program

For Immediate Release: October 1, 2025

The Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) has reviewed the Government of Canada’s proposed Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program (ASCFP) and continues to have serious concerns about its design and implementation.

While we appreciate recent engagement with Public Safety Canada and recognize the government’s stated goal of removing firearms that pose a public safety risk, our...