Educational Courses

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:

OMRON Conference
FOR OMRON MEMBERS ONLY York Regional Police Corporate Communications is proud to host the next OMRON Meeting in York Region on February 9 (full day) and February 10 (half-day). Where: York Regional Police Headquarters 47 Don Hillock Drive Aurora, ON Registration: Registration is free, but you still need to register. Accommodations: A block of rooms has been set aside at the following hotels: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Aurora 205 Eric T. Smith Way, Aurora Group Code: OMR. Reservation Link: Holiday Inn Express For reservations by phone, please call (905) 418-8000 Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Aurora 180 Goulding Avenue, Aurora Group Code: OMRON Reservation Link: Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Aurora
Professional Standards Investigator Course SOLD OUT
The OACP Professional Standards & SIU Committee offers a four-day training course entitled the Professional Standards Investigator Course. The course will be held October 17-20, 2022 Where: Durham Regional Police - Educational Training Centre 1400 Victoria Street East Whitby, ON L1N OM2 Course instruction includes: Role of the Professional Standards Investigator Managing PSA Investigations Navigating the Police Disciplinary System Interviewing Police Officers Risk Management and Civil Liability PSA Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them Charter of Rights in Criminal and PSA Investigations Case Studies Evaluation of Learning: Delegates are evaluated throughout the course. Certification is provided after successful completion of the course. Registration Fee: $695.00 +HST for 4 days of training. Class size is limited to 25 people. 2 positions per service. Registration is based on a first-come, first-serve basis. SOLD OUT Accommodations: Accommodations must be booked separately. A block of rooms has been setup at: Holiday Inn Express Whitby 180 Consumers Drive Whitby, ON L1N 9S3 $140.00 + applicable taxes and fees per night. When booking, please select your respective check-in and check-out dates. Book your Room! Guests can also book their rooms by phoning: (905) 665-8400 and quote room block: DRP
Hearing Officers Course
The OACP Hearing Officers Committee offers a five-day training course entitled Introduction to PSA Adjudication. Where: Toronto Police College 70 Birmingham Street Etobicoke, ON M8V 2Z5 When: The course will be held December 6-10, 2021 Course instruction includes: Overview of Parts II.1 and V PSA – Public Complaints Overview of Part V PSA – Internal Complaints Legal and Evidentiary Issues, and Relevant Legislation Principles Governing Dispositions Role of the Adjudicator & Conducting a PSA Hearing Writing Rulings/Decisions (motions, judgements, dispositions) There is a considerable review of the relevant procedures, legislation and case law through several mock police disciplinary tribunal hearings. Some pre-course and post-course work is required. Evaluation of Learning: Delegates are evaluated throughout the course. To successfully complete this course, candidates must complete an assignment based on course instruction and on a case study presented in a PSA Mock Tribunal Hearing Exercise as assessed by members of the OACP Hearing Officer Committee and course facilitator(s). In order to successfully complete the course candidates must attend and participate fully during the entire five day course. Eligibility Criteria and Candidate Selection: The legislative requirements to be a hearing officer are set out in section 94 (1) of the Police Services Act. Specifically, for this course, the rank of inspector or higher, and approved by the Chief of Police or Commissioner of the OPP. Note: Candidates at the rank of Staff Sergeant may participate with written approval of the Chief of Police or Commissioner of the OPP, and approval of the OACP Hearing Officer Committee. Due to current Provincial Regulations, all participants must be able to provide proof of double vaccination. REGISTER HERE
Leadership Forum
2023 Leadership Forum April 18-20 "Leading Change" The Leadership Forum is a learning opportunity that allows Ontario police personnel to discuss, explore, and exchange ideas on areas of mutual concern/interest in the field of law enforcement leadership and administration. This forum is designed to address practical, operational issues, and provide participants with the tools they need to deal with leadership challenges impacting their organizations. Whether you are a senior officer, frontline personnel or civilian manager, this is your opportunity to engage with your fellow police leaders on some of the most critical, contemporary policing issues today. The program features areas of discussion on tactical issues, security and public safety, and police service challenges from many of our dedicated colleagues and current police leaders. WHERE: Hilton Mississauga/Meadowvale 6750 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, ON A block of rooms has been reserved for April 17-20, 2023, at a special group rate of $189 CAD per night. Book your room by March 18, 2023, at the special group rate. RESERVE YOUR ROOM! REGISTRATION: Register Now! Registration fee: $750.00 + HST (Registration fee includes Breakfasts, AM/PM Breaks & Lunches, Meet & Greet, and Dinner & Entertainment) SYLLABUS Culture Change & Change Management Understanding of the Next Generation & Culture Change Recruitment & Retention Challenges Inclusive Leadership Psychological Safe Space Development of Leadership Importance of Professional Development Comprehensive Police Services Act Data Management Resilience Look out for more featured presentations! Who Should Attend Open to the rank of Inspector and above.
Media Relations Officers Course
The Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police and the Ontario Media Relations Officers Network (OMRON) are pleased to offer a four-day media relations officers course especially designed for individuals with police services and justice-related organizations. This intensive, hands-on certificate course will prepare participants to master the basics of media relations. The course will be taught by professionals working with police organizations and working journalists. WHERE: Delta Waterloo 110 Erb Street West Waterloo, ON N2L 0C6 WHEN: April 17-20, 2023 ACCOMMODATIONS A block of rooms has been reserved for Apr 16, 2023 - Apr 20, 2023, with a special group rate of $189 CAD per night. Reserve your room by March 16, 2023 to take advantage of the special group rate. Rate includes, each day - Breakfasts, AM Coffee Breaks, and Lunches. Book early to receive the special group rate! RESERVE YOUR ROOM TOPICS: Media relations basics Communications: it's not just media anymore! Legal issues impacting law enforcement and justice organizations (incl. public disclosure, rules of engagement, Freedom of Information and professional standards issues) News release writing 101 What journalists look for Media tools at your disposal Integrating social media into traditional media relations Broadcast media (intensive, before-the-camera training) Crisis communications and special events management Visit to a television station to observe a live news cast PRE-REQUISITES: Assignment as a Media Relations Officer or significant participation in police/media relationships within an agency. ASSESSMENT STANDARDS Full attendance and participation in classes, small and large group work and practical exercises. CERTIFICATION Certificate will be issued by OACP on behalf of OACP and OMRON. CLASS SIZE 30 Participants DRESS Uniform or Business Casual Register Now
2023 CSS Training Course, May 15-19, Hosted by Halton Regional Police Service
Where: Halton Regional Police Service 2485 North Service Road West Oakville, ON When: May 15^th-19^th, 2023 Accommodation Information: Accommodations must be booked separately. A block of rooms has been reserved at: Courtyard by Marriott Hotel - Burlington/Oakville 1110 Burloak Drive Burlington, ON $179 per night plus applicable taxes and fees. Please book your room by April 14^th, 2023, to receive the preferred rate. Reserve Your Room Now! 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. Certification: Certificate will be issued by OACP. Dress: Uniform or Business Casual. Registration Fee: $700.00 +HST for 5 days of training. Registration fee includes lunch daily. Registration deadline is Friday, May 5^th, 2023. Should this class fill to capacity the next Course offering is September 11^th-15^th, 2023, and is being hosted by York Regional Police. Register Now!

2023 CSS Training Course, Sept 11-15 - Hosted by York Regional Police

Where:

Stonehaven Banquet Hall
63 Eric T. Smith Way
Aurora, ON

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Sept 11^th-15^th, 2023

Accommodation Information:

Accommodations must be booked separately. A block of rooms has been reserved at:

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Aurora
205 Eric T. Smith Way
Aurora, ON

$169 per night plus applicable taxes and fees. Please book your room by Thursday, June 1^st, 2023, to receive the preferred rate.

RESERVE YOUR ROOM NOW!

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.

Certification:

Certificate will be issued by OACP.

Dress:

Uniform or Business Casual.

Registration Fee:

$700.00 +HST for 5 days of training.

Registration fee includes lunch daily.
Registration deadline is August 31^st, 2023.

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2023 Leadership Forum April 18-20

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