Educational Courses

Where & When:

This is a virtual asynchronous course - available anytime.

Syllabus:

1. Review current OACP Fitness Appraiser program updates, policies, legal considerations, and best practices related to the administration of police fitness testing. 
2. Reinforce standardized event setup procedures, testing methodology, and candidate pre-screening requirements to ensure safe and consistent fitness assessments. 
3. Refresh knowledge of proper vital sign assessment techniques and recognize medical conditions that may impact an applicant's ability to safely participate in fitness testing. 
4. Maintain the integrity of the fitness assessment by reviewing common testing violations, candidate warnings, and standardized evaluation procedures. 
5. Strengthen understanding of the physiological principles supporting candidate screening and the role of vital signs in minimizing health and injury risks. 
6. Demonstrate continued competency in the administration of the OACP Fitness Assessment through successful completion of the course examination. 

Pre-Requisite:

• Valid First Aid and CPR.
• Participants must have attended and passed the OACP Fitness Shuttle Run Appraiser Course within the last 3 years.

Certification:

A certificate will be issued by TNT and OACP.

Dress:

Uniform or Business Casual

Registration:

Registration Fee: $150.00 + HST

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Constable Selection System (CSS) Training Course

October 5-9, 2026

York

Where:

Stonehaven
63 Eric T. Smith Way
Aurora, ON L4G 0Z6

When:

Start: Monday, October 5, 2026 - 8:00AM
End: Friday, October 9, 2026 - 4:00PM

Details:

The topics covered during the five-day course are as follows:

• Overview of the current OACP Certificate Testing process
• Outreach and Recruiting Initiatives
• Overview of the current CSS flow chart
• Indigenous Knowledge and the Local Focus Interview
• Diversity in Recruitment
• Bias Awareness in Recruitment
• Revised ECI questions and practice
• Updated Background
• Investigation Training

Pre-Requisites: Participants must have pre-authorization to attend by their Police Service Recruiting Supervisor
Assessment Standards: Full attendance and participation in small classes, small group work and practical exercises.
Dress: Uniform or Business Casual.
F&B: Breakfast, Morning/Afternoon Breaks, and Lunch will be provided.

Certificate will be issued by OACP.

Accommodations:

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Aurora
180 Goulding Ave, Aurora
$169 per night.

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Registration: 

Price: $700.00 + HST

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Where:

Halton Region Centre
1151 Bronte Rd.
Oakville, ON L6L 6R8

When:

Thursday, September 10, 2026, from 8:00AM to 3:30PM

Details:

This one-day training event has been developed specifically for Professional Standards investigators, supervisors (DSgts/Inspectors) and those responsible for oversight-related investigations and processes across Ontario police services. The day will provide attendees with valuable updates from Ontario's police oversight agencies and legal experts, as well as opportunities for networking and professional discussion with colleagues from across the province.

Training Highlights

Attendees will hear directly from senior leaders and subject matter experts representing Ontario's oversight and accountability landscape, including:

• Special Investigations Unit (SIU) – Update from Director Joseph Martino. 
• Law Enforcement Complaints Agency (LECA) – Presentation by Director Stephen Leach, Manager of Investigations Paul Black, Deputy Director Carla Goncalves, and Legal Coordinator Kathryn Chytuk. 
• Inspector General of Policing (IOP) – Update and discussion with Deputy Inspector Joe Maiorano. 
• Community Safety and Policing Act (CSPA) Legal Update – Presented by Sharon Wilmot, General Counsel, Peel Regional Police. 
• Defence Counsel Perspective – Presentation by Sandy Khehra, Defence Counsel, Toronto Police Association. 
• Interactive question-and-answer sessions throughout the day, including a panel discussion with legal counsel. 

In addition to the educational sessions, attendees will have opportunities to connect with Professional Standards personnel from police services across Ontario during breaks and the networking lunch along with a networking event, the night before (details to come).

Spaces are limited and attendees are encouraged to register early.  

We look forward to welcoming Professional Standards members from across Ontario for a day of learning, collaboration, and updates on the evolving oversight landscape.

Should you have any questions regarding the event, please feel free to contact the OACP PSU/SIU Committee.

Accommodations:

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Oakville

Group rate of $189 can be booked below. 

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Registration:

Fee: $199.00 + HST

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Where:

Delta Waterloo
110 Erb Street West
Waterloo, ON N2L 0C6

Details:

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.

ASSESSMENT STANDARDS

Full attendance and participation in classes, small and large group work and practical exercises.

OACP Shuttle Run Appraiser Certification Course
September 22, 2026
Thunder Bay, ON

Where & When:

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

8:00am to 4:00pm

Syllabus:

1. Complete all event related tasks with a strong understanding of the importance of good fitness testing structure and methodology.
2. Recognize the importance of proper pre-screening in order to minimize health and injury risks for participating applicants.
3. Have a strong understanding of the history of police fitness testing, scientific research involved in the development of the PREP and relevant case law.
4. Mitigate risks associated with underlying medical conditions that may impede an applicant’s ability to safely participate in testing.
5. Maintain integrity of the fitness assessment by possessing a strong knowledge of recognizing fitness violations and warning.
6. Take positive steps to provide insight, advice and guidance for applicants who are unsuccessful in fitness testing 

Pre-Requisites:

• Valid First aid and CPR
• Participants must have pre-authorization to attend by their Police Service Recruiting Supervisor.
• Must complete the online module issued to you after registration 

Assessment Standards:

Participants are expected to participate and complete the pre-course work. The in-person involves practical engagement with police foundations students, a review of online material, a practical exam and a theoretical exam.

Certification:

Certificate will be issued by OACP.

Dress Code:

Uniform or Casual.

Additional Instructions:

Please expect to receive an email for the course instructor in the coming days. You will be expected to complete the online course and complete the pre-class work ahead of time. 

Registration Fee:

$300.00 +HST

Class size is limited to 30 people. As this course has launched recently, we will be giving priority to smaller police services who do not have Qualified Exercise Professionals on staff to support their testing.

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2026 Queens University IRC Course

November 17-20, 2026

Oshawa, ON

Details: 

Who This Course Is For

This course is intended for experienced professionals who are responsible for conducting, supporting, or overseeing workplace investigations, particularly within policing and public‑sector environments. It is designed for individuals working in police services or police associations who are involved in professional standards, internal affairs, labour relations, human resources, or leadership roles where internal complaints and investigations are a regular part of their work.

The program is especially suited to those who already have some exposure to investigations and are looking to deepen their skills, strengthen consistency, and build confidence in handling complex and sensitive matters. Participants typically include investigators, supervisors, managers, and leaders who must assess complaints, determine appropriate investigative processes, and ensure investigations are fair, thorough, and defensible. The course is tailored for an Ontario policing context and reflects the legal, organizational, and operational realities faced by police services.

The Fact‑Finding and Investigations course is a comprehensive four‑day program focused on building practical, end‑to‑end investigative capability for workplace complaints. The course concentrates on how to gather and assess facts objectively, manage sensitive situations, and complete investigations that meet legal and procedural fairness requirements.

The course also addresses common challenges in investigations, such as recognizing and mitigating human bias, evaluating credibility, and weighing different types of evidence. Participants learn how to document findings clearly and objectively, and how to write investigation reports that are well‑structured, defensible, and aligned with statutory and organizational requirements. Post‑investigation considerations are explored, including notifying parties, managing outcomes, and understanding how investigations connect to broader disciplinary or resolution processes.

A key component of the program is a hands‑on investigation simulation. Working in small teams, participants apply what they have learned by conducting a realistic workplace investigation from start to finish. This includes developing a mandate, planning the investigation, conducting interviews, analyzing evidence, and producing a final report. The simulation can be customized to reflect policing‑specific scenarios, making the learning highly relevant and practical.

*Space is extremely limited to 25 participants, so early registration is strongly encouraged.

Registration:

Fee: $3,499.00 + HST

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