July 2025
Community questions answered
We’re answering your questions submitted to news@thunderbaypolice.ca.
"If officers are really busy, how do they have time for things like community walks and serving pizza?"
We’re proud to be part of community events because it’s a great way to support important causes and connect with people. A lot of our officers and staff even volunteer their own time to help out and show their support. Our Community Oriented Response and Engagement Unit and Community Inclusion Team members also get involved to build stronger relationships with the community. Being present is part of serving our community.
How does TBPS support vulnerable people?
The Thunder Bay Police Service works to protect vulnerable people by focusing on major issues like guns, gangs, and drugs—crimes that often affect and even target those who are most vulnerable. Concentrating on these activities directly reduces incidents of violence and improves public safety.
On a daily basis, our approach is compassionate and community-focused, aiming to improve safety and well-being:
- Mental Health Response: Our IMPACT teams pair police officers with Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) workers to respond to crisis calls. In the first year, the program reached over 1,600 people.
- Support and Training: Officers are trained to de-escalate situations and connect people with support services. A Social Navigation Coordinator also helps individuals access care and reduce repeat interactions with police.
- Community Partnerships: We work with 30+ local organizations to address social challenges through collaboration and ongoing dialogue.
- Advocacy and Awareness: We know police aren’t always the right resource. Our Social Navigator links people to the help they need and advocates for more funding and public awareness to support long-term solutions.
We're Hiring
What if your next job wasn’t just about earning a paycheque — but creating real, lasting change in your community? At the Thunder Bay Police Service, you don’t just work. You protect, support, and inspire.
Every call. Every shift. Every moment — it counts.
A new career with serious purpose starts here: https://www.thunderbaypolice.ca/careers
Update from the Thunder Bay Police Service Board
This month, the Board said goodbye to a long-serving and dedicated public servant, Board Secretary/Administrator John Hannam.
The Board would like to thank and recognize John for his invaluable service, commitment, and dedication to the Board. We congratulate John on his upcoming retirement and wish him all the best.
Thank you to our media partners for sharing this news with our communities: https://www.tbnewswatch.com/local-news/after-decades-with-the-police-board-senior-administrator-calls-it-a-career-10822861
Also in June, the Board released its inaugural Annual Report (2024.)
Coming up in July, the Board will release its Q2 report.
The Thunder Bay Police Service Board was proud to participate in two flag-raising ceremonies this month: The raising of the Anishinabek Nation flag in recognition of National Indigenous People’s Day and The raising of the Progress Pride flag in recognition of Pride Month.
