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New Blog Post - Justice and Motivation: Why It Matters How We Label Violent Acts

Jean Turner of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has authored a new blog post on the HQ Hub in which she explores how the terminology used to describe violent acts, such as “hate crime” or “terrorism,” can influence public perception, legal outcomes, and policy decisions. Sadly, as hate crimes continue to rise, it’s crucial to examine the implications of these labels on justice and community safety. Give her blog post a read here and let us know your thoughts.

OACP Responds to Inspector General of Policing’s Spotlight Report on Public Order Units

MEDIA RELEASE Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police Responds to Inspector General of Policing’s Spotlight Report on Public Order Units

For Immediate Release: May 26, 2025

(Toronto, ON) – The Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) today responded to the Inspector General of Policing’s release of the Spotlight Report – Policing of Protests and Major Events: Public Order Maintenance in Ontario.

“Public Order Units play a crucial role in keeping Ontario communities safe. Having highly trained...

Ontario’s Police Leaders Kick-off Police Week and Celebrate the Theme “Protecting Ontario”

MEDIA RELEASE Police Leaders Kick-off Police Week and Celebrate the Theme “Protecting Ontario”

For Immediate Release: May 11, 2025

(Toronto, ON) – Police across Ontario are kicking off the annual Police Week today! Throughout this week, Ontario police services will be hosting events and inviting members of their communities to join them in celebrating Police Week, which runs from May 11 to 17, 2025. 

Since 1970, Police Week has been observed in May to coincide with Peace Officers Memorial Day,...

Police Week 2025

During Police Week, the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) encourages all police services to highlight their service, people, and many accomplishments. Starting in 1970, Police Week coincides with Peace Officers Memorial Day, which is recognized internationally on May 15. We want to celebrate community partnerships. All of us – police, communities, government, businesses, and ordinary citizens – must work together when it comes to public safety, crime prevention, and community...

Be a Fan Day, April 24, 2025!

OACP members and all police personnel in Ontario are invited to join us in supporting Be a Fan Day on Thursday, April 24, 2025 – a province-wide celebration in support of the 2025 Special Olympics Ontario Provincial Summer Games being held in Brantford, Brant County, and Six Nations from July 10–13, 2025. Special Olympics Ontario’s Law Enforcement Torch Run is the OACP’s official charity of choice.

Be a Fan Day highlights the police community’s ongoing commitment to inclusion, dignity, and...