Civilian Oversight with Integrity

The Toronto Police Service Board (the Board) is the governing body of the Toronto Police Service, Canada’s largest municipal police service. The Board is dedicated to ensuring that Toronto’s police services are delivered in partnership with our communities, to keep the city the best and safest place to be. 

The Role of the Board

The Board is responsible for ensuring the provision of adequate and effective police services in Toronto. As the employer of the Toronto Police Service, the Board is responsible for negotiating all labour contracts, the hiring and termination of all members, and reviewing the disciplinary processes applied by the Chief. The Board and Office of the Police Service Board work closely with the Chief of Police and senior leadership team to set the strategic vision for the Service and provide oversight through policies and other legally binding direction. 

Board Membership

The Board is the seven-member civilian body that governs and oversees the Toronto Police Service under Ontario’s Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 (the Act). The following establishes the Board’s membership: 
  • Three (3) City Councillors appointed by Toronto City Council 
  • One (1) public member appointed by Toronto City Council
  • Three (3) public members appointed by the province of Ontario 
 
Learn about Board members by clicking the following: