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List of Police Services Websites

Thank you for your interest in our local police services. Below is a comprehensive list of of the Police Services in Ontario. Once you click the link, you will be directed to the Police website.

Those interested in federal-wide policing can contact the RCMP for job opportunities. Please note that the RCMP does have a different Constable Selection Process and does not require the OACP Certificate in order to apply.

Royal Canadian Mounted Police

http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/

List of Ontario Police Services Websites

  • Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service
  • Anishinabek Police Service
  • Aylmer Police Service
  • Barrie Police Service
  • Belleville Police Service
  • Brantford Police Service
  • Brockville Police Service
  • Chatham-Kent Police Service
  • City of Kawartha Lakes Police Service
  • Cobourg Police Service
  • Cornwall Police Service
  • Deep River Police Service
  • Dryden Police Service
  • Durham Regional Police Service
  • Gananoque Police Service
  • Greater Sudbury Police Service
  • Guelph Police Service
  • Halton Regional Police Service
  • Hamilton Police Service
  • Hanover Police Service
  • Kingston Police
  • Lac Seul Police Service
  • LaSalle Police Service
  • London Police Service
  • Niagara Parks Police
  • Niagara Regional Police Service
  • Nishnawbe-Aski Police Service
  • North Bay Police Service
  • Ontario Provincial Police
  • Orangeville Police Service
  • Ottawa Police Service
  • Owen Sound Police Service
  • Peel Regional Police
  • Peterborough Police Service
  • Port Hope Police Service
  • Rama Police Service
  • Royal Canadian Mounted Police
  • Sarnia Police Service
  • Saugeen Shores Police Service
  • Sault Ste. Marie Police Service
  • Shelburne Police Service
  • Six Nations Police Service
  • Smiths Falls Police Service
  • South Simcoe Police Service
  • St. Thomas Police Service
  • Stratford Police Service
  • Strathroy-Caradoc Police Service
  • Thunder Bay Police Service
  • Timmins Police Service
  • Toronto Police Service
  • UCCM Anishnaabe Police Service
  • Waterloo Regional Police Service
  • West Grey Police Service
  • West Nipissing Police Service
  • Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service
  • Windsor Police Service
  • Woodstock Police Service
  • York Regional Police
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Frequently Asked Questions

 

  • What are the basic requirements to become a police officer in Ontario?
  • How much does the certificate cost.
  • What happens if I fail the Part B testing?
  • After I submit all required documents in Part A, when will I get my Part B and Part C test?
  • Is this certificate fully online?
  • What do I do with my Fitness Log?
  • Will I be monitored over my web-camera?
  • Can I get disqualified from my OACP Certificate permanently for cheating?
  • How long is the certificate valid for?
  • What payment methods are accepted?
  • Do I get to see my results?
  • What do I do after I get my certificate?
  • Is everything I do in this certificate shared with all the Police Services I apply too?
  • Am I required to submit all documents in the part A Package?
  • Am I offered feedback on my testing?
  • How do I prepare for the Part B & Part C test?
  • Can I fail the Part C test?
  • Do I need audio to complete this test?
  • Can somebody I know register for me?
  • I live in a remote location and don’t have a computer at home, what do I do.
  • What if I require special accommodation to do my testing?
  • Can I do this certificate in-person?
  • I received my education overseas, where can I find an educational equivalent assessment
  • Where can I find out how many demerit points, I accumulated.
  • What if I have a criminal record?
  • How can I apply for a Pardon?
  • Do I require a CPIC for this process?
  • Are the vision and hearing standards different?
  • Is the Police PREP (Physical Readiness Evaluation for Police) still part of the process?
  • I heard about an educational requirement now, is this true?

What are requirements to become a police officer in Ontario

Section 83 (1) of the Comprehensive Ontario Police Services Act, 2019, stipulates a person appointed as a police officer must:

(a) is a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada;

(b) is at least 18 years of age;

(c) is physically and mentally able to perform the duties of the position, having regard to his or her own safety and the safety of members of the public;

(d) is of good character;

(e) has successfully completed, prescribed training by the Minister

In addition, you must

obtained a University Degree or a diploma from a college of applied arts and technology,

possess a valid driver's licence with no more than six accumulated demerit-points, permitting you to drive an automobile in Ontario with full driving privileges;

have current certification in Standard First Aid Level C CPR by the time the offer of employment is given;

be able to pass a security clearance as well as background investigation, credit and reference checks.

If you have any criminal convictions under a federal statute, you must obtain a pardon. If you have 'Findings of Guilt' which have resulted in absolute or conditional discharges, the records must be 'sealed' by the RCMP.

How much does the Certificate cost.

The current cost of the OACP Certificate testing fee is $250.00 CAD. You can make this payment under the “Start your Career” Tab above. Once you make this payment, you will receive an email that will give you direction for your next steps.

What happens if I fail the Part B testing?

If you fail the Part B Testing, you have 1 free re-test available to you. You will receive an email within 2-3 business days with the test codes to make your 2nd attempt. If you fail on your second attempt, you will be required to purchase the OACP Certificate Testing fee again. There is no time limit on when you can re-apply for the Certificate. If you completed all the documents in Part A, you will not be required to do them again.

After I submit all required documents in Part A, when will I get my Part B and Part C test?

Once you submit all the documents required in Part A to [email protected], you will be provided your Part B test codes within 2-3 business days. Once you have successfully passed the Part B testing, you will be emailed in 2-3 business days for your Part C testing codes.

Is this Certificate fully online?

Yes! We have designed this certificate process to be a fully online platform for your convenience. For the entire process, you will not be required to attend any testing locations (unless you require special accommodations).

What do I do with my Fitness Log?

Within the Part A package, you are provided a fitness log along with your fitness log instructions. You are to conduct a fitness log prior to your application to a Police Service of your choosing. You can start it on any day of the week, however, please note you must complete at least 2 full weeks worth of tracking. Once you have completed your fitness log, you are to submit the completed fitness log along with your application package to the Police Service you choose to apply to. Remember you are signing this form indicating you have successfully completed the fitness log. This form is also considered an integrity test by police services. If you have not been fully truthful in completing the fitness logs please note if can lead to your disqualification in the hiring process by police services. 

Will I be monitored over my web-camera when taking tests?

You may potentially be monitored while you conduct the Part B and Part C testing. As a way for us prevent and stop cheating, all applicants may be subjected to randomly online proctoring (through a webcam device). This proctoring is conducted randomly, at the time of paying the OACP Certificate fee you will know if you will be proctored.

Can I get disqualified from my OACP Certificate permanently for cheating?

Cheating is a highly frowned upon activity in the realm of Policing. If you are caught cheating, you will be immediately disqualified from the OACP Certificate process. You can purchase your OACP Certificate again after you are disqualified, however, your file will be flagged and any Police Service that you apply to will know that you were at one point disqualified for cheating.

How long is the certificate valid for?

This certificate is valid for 2 years. That includes all documents in Part A and the Part B, Part C testing.

Do I get to see my results?

No, you do not get to see your results. The results are only shared with the Police Services you apply to.

What do I do after I get my OACP certificate?

After you receive your OACP Certificate, you enter the website of the Police Service you choose to apply to and follow the instructions outlined under careers section.

Is everything I do in this certificate shared with all the Police Services I apply too?

Yes. All documents in the Part A, your Part B testing results and your Part C testing results are all shared with the Police Service you choose to apply to.

Am I required to submit all documents in the part A Package?

Please follow the Part A Instructions outlined in the email. In order to proceed with your OACP Certificate, you must complete and scan the Medical Examination Form and the Consent and Release of Liability form to [email protected],

Am I offered feedback on my testing?

No, feedback is not offered for your testing. Much of the testing and information gathered in the OACP Certificate process is preliminary information that will be shared with police services to assist them in the hiring process.

Can I fail the Part C test?

No. You cannot fail the Part C test. The Part C test is the (M-Pulse) Matrix-Predictive Uniform Law Enforcement Selection Evaluation. This test has 18 liability scales that help measure officer misconduct and 20 empirical scales that help measure attitudes, values, and beliefs. The M-Pulse test also has 2 validity indices that assess if an applicant is trying to make a good impression in answering questions and if the applicant has a negative attitude towards the testing process.

Do the tests need Audio?

No, this process can be completed entirely online without the use of Audio/voice.

I live in a remote location and don’t have a computer at home, what do I do.

Not a problem. Please send us an email or give us a call through our “Contact Us” page and we would happy to arrange alternative testing accommodations for you.

What if I require special accommodation to do my testing?

Please reach out to us through our “Contact Us” page and tell us about the accommodation you need. We will always do our best to try and help you through this process.

Can I do this certificate in-person?

This certificate is entirely online. In only certain circumstances, this test can be administered in-person. If you have an accessibility issue or require an accommodation and cannot do this test online, please reach out to us and we are happy to make appropriate arrangements to help you.

I received my education overseas, where can I find an educational equivalent assessment?

The University of Toronto does offer a comparative educational service. You can find more information here: http://learn.utoronto.ca/ces.htm

Also, the World Education Service (WES) in Canada, is located on 2 Carlton Street, Suite 1400, Toronto. You can find them online here (http://www.wes.org/ca/) or call their toll-free number here (1-866-343-0070).

Where can I find out how many demerit points, I accumulated.

You can find out this information by contacting the Ontario Ministry of Transportation through their toll-free phone number here (1-800-387-3445) or check them out online here http://www.ontario.ca/driving-and-roads/understanding-demerit-points

What if I have a criminal record?

If you have any criminal convictions under a federal statute, you must obtain a pardon.

How can I apply for a Pardon?

You can reach out to the National Parole Board of Canada by contacting them through this toll-free telephone number (1-800-874-2652) or, find them through their website at, http://www.npb-cnlc.gc.ca/infocntr/factsh/pardon.htm

Do I require a CPIC check for this process?

No, you do not. Police services will conduct up to date cpic inquiries when you apply. However, if you are applying to become a Special Constable, please be aware that one of the requirements in order to apply is that you must have a CPIC query completed and printed before you apply to non police agencies.

Are the Vision and Hearing standards required for this process?

The vision and hearing standards remain the same with one notable difference. Your family physician will complete the medical examination form in this process with you. The minimum standards are to be checked with an optometrist or audiologist only in the event your doctor believes your hearing and/or vision may impede on your ability to conduct police duties safely.

Is the Police PREP (Physical Readiness Evaluation for Police) still part of the process?

Yes. The Police PREP is no longer part of the OACP Certificate process; however, you will be tested on the Police PREP once you receive your conditional offer from a Police Service. Your Police PREP test occurs while you are in training at the Ontario Police College in Aylmer. If you are unsuccessful in the Police PREP at the Ontario Police College, then you may be disqualified from becoming a police officer.

I heard about a new Educational requirement now, is this true?

Yes. Under the new Comprehensive Ontario Police Services Act, 2019, section 83 (f) says you must have a degree, or a degree from a college of applied arts and technology, or a diploma or advanced diploma by a college of applied arts and technology in a program that is equivalent in class hours similar to a full-time program of at least (4) college semesters; or, is granted a certificate or other document by a post-secondary institution evidencing completion of program as being equivalent to a degree or diploma as approved by the Minister.

Why do I have to have an OACP certificate?

The Constable Selection System (CSS) is a partnership between the Ministry of Solicitor General and the Ontario Chiefs of Police to ensure that individuals seeking a career as a police officer in the Province of Ontario meet the requirements as laid out by the OACP Constable Selection System. In this respect, the OACP has the responsibility to assess applicants and ensure the basic requirements of the CSS are being met prior to applying to any Ontario Police Service that adheres with the Ministry policies.

What happens if I don’t have a certificate and apply to a police service?

Police Services in Ontario are a group of services that share many of the same values, policies and procedures when it comes to hiring practises. The Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police represent all police services in Ontario. Many Police services will disqualify an applicant if they do not receive the OACP Certificate prior to applying to police services within the Province of Ontario.

Do all police services accept the OACP certificate?

Ontario police service that form part of the Ontario Chiefs of Police Association will accept the OACP Certificate as a verification that the applicants have met the minimum requirements of the Constable Selection System as required in legislation and now governed and administrated by the OACP.

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