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The Police Association of Ontario takes positions on various issues related to policing in Ontario and to our police personnel members, and often will write news releases, letters to the editor, and/or opinion pieces regarding those issues in order to advocate for our position and build public and stakeholder awareness.
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Media Release
Shining a Spotlight on Ontario’s Local Heroes: PAO Launches 11th Annual Police Services Hero of the Year Awards
Police Association of Ontario Launches 11th Annual Police Services Hero of the Year Awards TORONTO, February 2, 2026 - The Police Association of Ontario (PAO) is pleased to announce the launch of its 11th annual Police Services Hero of the Year […]
February 2, 2026
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Association News
Profiles in Service: The Heart of the Police Association of Ontario
Spotlight on Trevor Arnold, Chief Administrative Officer of the Peel Regional Police Association and Chair of the PAO Pensions Committee We are proud to introduce the dedicated individuals who serve our 33,000 members province-wide. Through our Profiles in Service initiative, […]
January 14, 2026
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Inspector General Decisions and Findings: Latest Releases (December 31, 2025)
As part of the Police Association of Ontario’s (PAO) ongoing commitment to keeping members informed about key developments from Ontario’s civilian police oversight bodies, we are sharing that the Inspector General’s (IG) office has recently released on December 31, 2025, […]
January 7, 2026
IG Decisions and Findings
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Inspector General Releases First Decisions Regarding Findings Reports Under CSPA (December 17, 2025)
As part of the Police Association of Ontario's (PAO) commitment to keeping members informed about significant developments from Ontario’s civilian police oversight bodies, we have notified members that the Inspector General’s (IG) office released its first Decisions Regarding Findings Reports […]
December 17, 2025
IG Decisions and Findings
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Government Announcement
2025 Legislative Wrap-up
PROVINCIAL Bill 75 – Keeping Criminals Behind Bars Act Status – First Reading on Nov. 25, 2025; Second Reading debated Dec. 9th and 11th, 2025 (Debate adjourned) Purpose – This is a significant provincial crime bill introduced in late 2025, […]
December 16, 2025
Association News
Profiles in Service: The Heart of the Police Association of Ontario
Member Profile: Becky Verreault, Police Association of Ontario At-Large Director (2024-2027), Halton Regional Police Association We are excited to launch a new feature that spotlights the dedicated individuals serving our 32,000 members across the province. This initiative begins with a […]
December 10, 2025
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Association News
President’s Monthly Message (2025)
On the first of every month, President Baxter provides a detailed update to the membership, covering key topics such as government relations, advocacy efforts, and ongoing initiatives undertaken by the PAO Board and staff.
December 1, 2025
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Government Announcement
Ontario Government Introduces Keeping Criminals Behind Bars Act, 2025
PAO’s Reaction“"The Keeping Criminals Behind Bars Act, 2025, sends a clear message: protecting Ontario’s communities and our members comes first. For far too long, violent and repeat offenders have cycled through the justice system, putting families at risk and wreaking […]
November 25, 2025
Government Announcement
PAO Welcomes the Introduction of the Bail and Sentencing Reform Act (Bill C-14)
The Police Association of Ontario (PAO) is encouraged by the introduction of Bill C-14 (45th Parliament, 1st Session) – the Bail and Sentencing Reform Act – on October 23, 2025. This landmark legislation represents a pivotal step toward building safer […]
October 23, 2025
Advocacy & Government Relations
Media Release
Police Association of Ontario Calls for Urgent Federal Bail Reform to Enhance Community Safety
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Police Association of Ontario Calls for Urgent Federal Bail Reform to Enhance Community Safety TORONTO, ON (September 4, 2025)—The Police Association of Ontario (PAO), representing more than 32,000 police personnel across the province, is urging the federal […]
September 4, 2025
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