The Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) offers a number of educational courses to its police and civilian members.
Some of the educational courses offered by the OACP:
Victim and Trauma Workshop October 2-3, 2025 |
![]() Where:Liberty North About the Victim and Trauma Workshop:Join us for an inspiring and action-oriented two-day conference focused on transforming policing through trauma-informed practice. Grounded in the Canadian Framework for Trauma-Informed Response and its Six ‘R’ Model—Realize, Recognize, Rethink, Respond, Reduce, and Review—this event brings together bold voices from across Canada, including Dr. Jody Carrington, survivors with lived expertise, and leading researchers.
Together, we’ll challenge assumptions, explore innovative strategies, and reimagine how policing can better support victims, officers, and communities.
CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE POSTER! Registration:Registration Fee is $150.00 |
Constable Selection System (CSS) Training Course October 6-10, 2025 Hosted by: York Regional Police |
Where York Regional Police Association Building Description
Pre-Requisites: Participants must have pre-authorization to attend by their Police Service Recruiting Supervisor Assessment Standards: Full attendance and participation in small class and practical exercises, end of course test Accommodations Microtel by Wyndham Registration Fee: $700 + HST |
OACP Media Relations Officer Course |
Where:Delta Waterloo
About the MRO Course:In partnership with the OACP, the CCN (Corporate Communications Network) Executive hosts two training courses every year for those working in media and communication roles in Ontario police services.
Throughout the course, members will receive hands-on training in several different areas, including how to conduct proper media interviews, how to develop key messages, how to write a media release, how to respond to a crisis, and how to use social media tools to your advantage.
Those who opt for the five-day course will have access to an additional day of one-on-one interviews, scrum practice, and tips for planning, hosting, and moderating a press conference (on the Friday).
After successfully completing the course, you will receive a certificate and Best Practices Guide. You will also become a member of the CCN group, giving you the opportunity to gain network and gain training and support from fellow Media Relations Officers (MROS), Public Information Officers (PIOs), and communications experts working in law enforcement throughout Ontario.
Registration:Registration Fee: $960 + HST
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Accommodations:Delta Hotels Waterloo
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Professional Standards Investigator CourseNovember 24-28, 2025 |
Where:Harmony Events Centre
About the Professional Standards Investigator Course:The OACP Professional Standards & SIUCommittee offers a five-day training course entitled the Professional Standards Investigator Course.
Evaluation of Learning: Delegates Registration Fee: $695.00 +HST for 5 days of training. The class size is limited to 40 people. 2 positions per service. Registration is based on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration:Registration Fee: $685.00 + HST
Accommodations:A special group rate is available for registrants of the course at the Courtyard Oshawa at $159.00 per night.
FINAL DAY TO BOOK IS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2025
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