Becoming a police officer in Ontario will be easier
The Premier of Ontario believes that the province needs more police officers.
On April 25, a press conference was held with Ontario Premier Doug Ford. He believes that the province needs more police officers and therefore plans to make their training cheaper and easier. Local authorities will now fully pay for training at the local Police College. They will also increase the number of students and the size of classes to send graduates to fight crime as soon as possible.
How is the crime situation in Ontario?
Canada is a fairly peaceful country where murders and terrorist attacks are rare. News of such events shocks the local population precisely because such things happen infrequently in the hospitable country of maple leaves. Nevertheless, local criminals give authorities a lot of headaches — mainly due to traffic accidents, robberies, car thefts, and burglaries. The object of the attack is usually property rather than life and health. This corresponds to a global trend: the number of violent crimes is decreasing around the world, and economic crimes are taking their place.
But there is no time for Ontario police officers to rejoice: the number of crimes has increased by 20% compared to last year. Doug Ford believes that new people are urgently needed in the police force.
What bonuses does the Ontario government offer to future police officers?
Now, each stream of the Police College will admit not 480, but 550 students. The educational institution will accept up to 4 streams per year. Normally, the three-month course costs CAD 15 400 to those interested. Now, the government will pay for the education. In order to make a career in the police even more attractive, the authorities plan to remove requirements for additional education. Now, future police officers will only need to finish high school and obtain a College diploma, and other documents will not be needed.
How to become a police officer in Ontario?
It is quite difficult. The first step is to make sure that you meet the requirements of the Uniform Recruitment. Then you can start filling out the application.
Candidates must complete the OPP Application Package, which employees will immediately review. A number will be assigned to it in advance. If you pass this stage, you will need to pass physical tests and pass the Luke Leger running test. It tests not only the candidate's physical preparation but also the speed of their reaction and thinking.
After that, you will be asked to fill out a questionnaire about your background — previous work experience, character, mental abilities, personal beliefs, etc. After that, you will be invited to an interview.
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The next step in the hiring process is a background check, after which the authorities will decide whether to offer you a job or not.
If you successfully pass all the tests and receive a job offer, you will need to score at least 75 points in the Fitness PIN during your training at the provincial police academy. Only after that, you will go to the Police College in Ontario, where the authorities will pay for your education.
How much do police officers earn in this province?
According to data from Indeed, the average salary for a police officer in Ontario is $95,737 CAD per year. The exact amount depends on work experience, rank, and years of service.
As of January 2021, Toronto police cadets in training earned CAD 67 680 per year, fourth-class constables received CAD 75 218, third-class constables received CAD 85 971, second-class constables received CAD 96 716, and first-class constables received CAD 107 456.
Can foreigners become police officers in Ontario?
Yes, foreigners have the right to become police officers in Ontario if they meet certain requirements. First and foremost, they must have legal status in Canada and be in the country on a permanent basis.
Foreigners do not need to have permanent residency (PR) in Canada to become police officers in Ontario. However, candidates must have permission to work in Canada and meet all hiring requirements, including education, work experience, and language proficiency.
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