The Special Investigations Unit (SIU, or "the Unit"; French: Unité des enquêtes spéciales, UES) is the civilian oversight agency in the province of Ontario in Canada responsible for investigating circumstances involving police that have resulted in a death or serious injury, or if a firearm was discharged at a person.
Who holds police accountable in Canada?
(1) The Governor in Council may appoint an officer, to be known as the Commissioner of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, to hold office during pleasure, who, under the direction of the Minister, has the control and management of the Force and all matters connected with the Force.
Who controls police in Ontario?
The OPP's operations are directed by its commissioner (Thomas Carrique, 15th commissioner since 2019) and it is a part of the Ministry of the Solicitor General.
How do I file a complaint against a police officer in Ontario?
There are a number of ways to file a complaint. You can attend, call or email the police department. You can also file a complaint online, mail in a complaint form using a printed complaint form (PDF) to the OPCC, call the OPCC at (250) 356-7458/1-877-999-8707, or visit our office in person.
What level of government is responsible for police in Canada?
Under the Constitution, provinces are responsible for public policing. However, only Ontario, Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador have their own provincial police force. In all other provinces and territories, the RCMP provides policing services to areas that don't have municipal police forces.
