Ontario Provincial Police Block

Abuse of Police Authority
Instances where OPP officers have misused their authority through excessive force, false arrests, intimidation, racial profiling, political repression, or surveillance abuse. These accounts highlight the consequences of unchecked power, revealing the darker side of authority.

Manslaughter
Instances where OPP officers have caused civilian deaths, whether through tragic accidents or deliberate actions. Each case represents an irreversible loss with deep and lasting consequences.

Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
Instances of OPP officers driving under the influence, putting lives at risk and eroding public trust. These incidents represent a grave breach of duty by those entrusted with upholding the law.

PTSD and Suicides
Numerous OPP officers struggle with job-related Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and the rate of suicides among them reportedly surpasses on-duty fatalities. Despite this silent crisis, the OPP has not formally tracked these tragic incidents.

Charter Rights
Breaches of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, with officers overstepping bounds and compromising fundamental rights. These incidents highlight the importance of the Charter in protecting citizens from abuses of power.

Human Rights
Discriminatory actions within the ranks of those entrusted to defend equality. These incidents expose violations of the Ontario Human Rights Code, breaching the laws meant to ensure fairness in all areas of life.

Federal Statutes
Violations of federal laws by those responsible for upholding them. Cases include contraventions of the Criminal Code, Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, and Customs Act, revealing lapses within the OPP.

Provincial Statutes
Breaches of Ontario’s provincial laws by officers who are supposed to enforce them. Incidents range from violations of the Highway Traffic Act to the Police Services Act, raising questions about accountability.

Corruption
Instances of officers engaging in corruption for personal or financial gain, from accepting bribes to falsifying evidence. Motivated by power and profit, such actions undermine public trust and pervert justice.

Incompetence
When substandard practices and poor decisions cross the line into incompetence, these cases call into question the qualifications and skill levels of those charged with public safety.

Unsustainable Costs
Viewed by many Ontario communities as an untenable financial burden, OPP costs continue to rise. Though often justified in the name of “public safety,” these escalating expenses raise a critical question: Who will rein in these costs, and at what price?

Sunshine List
Details of OPP personnel listed on Ontario’s Sunshine List, which includes public sector employees earning over $100,000. By highlighting these high salaries, the public can scrutinize the financial cost of policing in the province.

Special Investigations Unit (SIU)
Investigations conducted by Ontario’s Special Investigations Unit into serious incidents involving OPP officers, from injuries and deaths to allegations of sexual assault. Many argue that the SIU’s findings often serve to obscure, rather than reveal, police misconduct.

Policing the Police
Vigilance is essential against the encroachment of a police state. History urges society to resist unchecked power and remain alert to the risks of allowing authority to expand without oversight.

Stand Up for Your Rights
A platform inspiring citizens to defend their dignity, freedom, and accountability in policing. Individuals are encouraged to stand firm in protecting their rights in the face of injustice.

Lawsuits
Documentation of civil cases and human rights complaints filed against the OPP by both citizens and its own employees. These legal battles reveal the stakes and complexities when power and rights collide.

OPP News
News and updates regarding the OPP, including policy changes, notable incidents, and other developments. These reports aim to keep the public informed about the police force's actions and impact.

Miscellaneous
A broad forum for stories, news, and discussions related to OPP incidents and misconduct that don’t fit neatly into other categories but nonetheless deserve attention.

OPP and OPPA Documents
A collection of Ontario Provincial Police and Ontario Provincial Police Association documents, including policies, orders, and collective agreements, made available to promote transparency and accountability within the force.