Ontario Civilian Police Commission
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Ontario Civilian Police Commission Logo
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Abbreviation | OCPC |
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Motto | Committed to serving the public |
Formation | 2007 (1990 as Ontario Police Commission) |
Type | Civilian Oversight |
Purpose | ensuring that adequate and effective policing services are provided to the community in a fair and accountable manner under the Ontario Police Services Act |
Headquarters | Suite 605, 250 Dundas Street West, Toronto, Ontario |
Region served
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Ontario |
Official language
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English and French |
Chair
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David C. Gavsie |
Website | Ontario Civilian Police Commission |
The Ontario Civilian Police Commission, previously known as the Ontario Police Commission and the Ontario Civilian Commission on Police Services, is the quasi-judicial agency responsible for police services in Ontario.[1]
The role and authority of OCPC is mandated under the Police Services Act of Ontario and Interprovincial Policing Act.[1]
Organization
OCPC is headed by a Chair (currently David C. Gavsie) and 8 other members.[2] Some board members have legal backgrounds while others have public service experience.
Responsibilities
OCPC handles complaints involving police conduct that do not result in a serious injury or death in the province or has been sent to OCPC from local police agencies. All other cases are investigated by the Special Investigations Unit.[3]