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Ottawa Police Service
P.O. Box 9634 Station T,
Ottawa, ON K1G 6H5
Phone: 613-236-1222 (non-emergency)
TTY: 613-232-1123
Service for the deaf, deafened and hard of hearing.
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(Ottawa)— The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is proud to welcome its newest class of recruits — a diverse and dedicated group of individuals united by a shared commitment to community and service.
This latest class brings together individuals from a wide range of professional and personal backgrounds, reflecting the many communities that make up Ottawa.
(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) has charged four individuals with 48 vehicle theft-related offences following a coordinated investigation between multiple OPS teams.
On February 25, the OPS was notified by a GPS tracking company that a stolen Toyota SUV had been located in the 400 block of Brittany Drive.
I was born and raised in Ottawa, and I’ve been a civilian member of the Ottawa Police Service since 2002.
Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to serve in a variety of roles, including Courts, CPIC, Backgrounds, the Intimate Partner Violence Unit, and Front Desk Services.
(Ottawa) – Following a review of operational, resourcing, and system requirements associated with the federal Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program (ASFCP), the Ottawa Police Service Board and the Ottawa Police Service (OPS) have determined that OPS will not participate as a designated collection site in the program.
“It is the Board’s responsibility to ensure that our city receives adequate and effective policing as set out in the Community Safety and Policing Act.
I grew up in Montreal, Quebec, where I lived until the age of 13, before moving to Melbourne, Australia for two years.
After returning to Montreal for several more years, I relocated to Ottawa to complete my undergraduate degree in Biomedical Science.
(Ottawa)—The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) has seized a firearm and multiple Schedule I drugs following proactive enforcement on February 23.
At approximately 10:56 a.m., members of the Centretown Neighbourhood Resource Team were conducting proactive patrols in response to community concerns when they initiated a traffic stop on Booth and Rochester streets.
Meet Kelly Fontil — a master tailor whose craftsmanship has quietly supported the Ottawa Police Service for decades.
Originally from Haiti, Kelly joined his mother in Canada in 1984. One day, walking through the ByWard Market, he stopped into Mendel Good’s tailor store, and struck up a conversation with owner. That conversation changed his life. Mr. Good offered him a job.
(Ottawa) – The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) executed two search warrants at unlicensed cannabis dispensaries in the city’s west end on February 20, 2026, following reports that they were operating without licenses contrary to the Cannabis Control Act.
At approximately 9:25 a.m., members of the West Neighbourhood Resource Team (NRT), with support from the Central Neighbourhood Resource Team, Tactical Unit and Drug Unit, carried out a Provincial Offences Act warrant in the 200 block of Richmond Road.
The moment Cst. Fern John-Simon stepped into Dr. F.J. McDonald School, a positive impact was felt.
The invitation came after a teacher saw her on television and immediately reached out, asking her to be a Black History Month guest of honour.
(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service is hosting a service-wide event to showcase the many career paths and opportunities available within OPS.
Titled “What is Possible at OPS”, the event will give members of the public the chance to learn about a variety of roles within the Service, speak directly with teams, and gain insight into career pathways across youth programs, volunteer positions, sworn officers, and civilian roles.
Contact Us
Ottawa Police Service
P.O. Box 9634 Station T,
Ottawa, ON K1G 6H5
Phone: 613-236-1222 (non-emergency)
TTY: 613-232-1123
Service for the deaf, deafened and hard of hearing.
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