November 2025
Collisions – Did you know?
The Thunder Bay Collision Reporting Centre is located within the Thunder Bay Police Service station at 1200 Balmoral Street. The collision reporting centre is open Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
1,535 motor vehicle collisions were reported in the six-month period from January 1 to June 30 of this year. Most collisions:
· happened in January
· took place on Fridays (the fewest on Sundays)
· occurred around 4:00 p.m.
· took place when conditions were clear and roads were dry.
Honouring Tradition
As part of our ongoing commitment to Truth and Reconciliation, our service continues to host Indigenous traditional ceremonies that honour and uphold cultural teachings. These meaningful events are coordinated by Jan Ritchie, Community Inclusion Team Coordinator, and serve as opportunities for learning, reflection, and connection.
On October 24, members of the service joined Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and Drummers in a traditional feast and cedar ceremony. Cedar, one of the four sacred medicines, is known for offering protection and cleansing. Cedar bows can be found throughout our headquarters as a reminder of these teachings and the importance of respect for important cultural practices.
Honour Heroes – Empower Community
The Thunder Bay Police Service will host its inaugural Gala this coming winter.
“This is an opportunity to celebrate the outstanding individuals of our service and the community they so proudly serve,” said Chief Darcy Fleury.
The TBPS Gala will be held Saturday, February 28, 2026 at the Italian Cultural Centre and feature a gourmet dining experience, live musical entertainment, and thrilling live and silent auctions. The TBPS Gala also serves as a fundraiser for Special Olympics Thunder Bay and The Boys and Girls Club - BGC Thunder Bay. These organizations help local children and youth reach their full potential.
Learn more about the event and sponsorship opportunities: https://www.thunderbaypolice.ca/about-us/2026-tbps-gala
Answering the Call: TBPS welcomes Special Constables
Last month, five Special Constables were sworn in at our Service.
From left to right: Deputy Chief Ryan Hughes; TBPA President Colin Woods; Special Constables Jamie Ball, Erin Murphy, and Krystal Wiwcharyk; Chief Darcy Fleury; Special Constables Tristan Johnson and Cole Lambert; Deputy Chief Jeremy Pearson; and Special Constable Supervisor Ashlee Rybak.
These Special Constables will be deployed to Court Services and to the Housing Safety Unit (HSU). HSU Special Constables patrol TBDSSAB-owned and managed buildings and work in tandem with Community-Oriented Response and Engagement (CORE) officers.
Special Constables are appointed under Ontario’s Community Safety and Policing Act (CSPA). They are law enforcement officers with limited police powers, authorized to enforce laws within a specific jurisdiction. They are equipped to enforce laws under the Criminal Code, Trespass to Property Act, Liquor Licence and Control Act, Mental Health Act (in limited roles), and relevant municipal bylaws and housing rules.
Interested in Answering the Call? If you’re ready for a rewarding and meaningful career as a Special Constable, or want to learn more about:
· our cadet program
· joining as an experienced officer
· becoming a Communications Operator
· civilian opportunities
Visit Careers in Policing | Thunder Bay Police Service | Thunder Bay. You can also reach out to recruitment@thunderbaypolice.ca.
Update from The Thunder Bay Police Service Board
New Policy on Service Investigations
The Board approved a Governance Committee recommendation for a policy to establish clear standards for investigations conducted by the Service, in accordance with Ontario Regulation 395/23, and to provide a framework for Board oversight and accountability.
This policy ensures that the Chief of the Service establishes, maintains, and regularly reviews procedures for investigations, in alignment with applicable legislation, Board policies, and community needs.
The new policy applies to all investigations conducted by the Service, as defined by Ontario Regulation 395/23, and applies to all members of the Service involved in investigations, with specific responsibilities assigned to the Chief.
Update to Board Chair Bylaw
The Board approved a 2023 Independent Expert Panel recommendation that ensures that the Chair of the Board is a non-elected member of the community. This is in recognition of the Board’s status as an independent entity from the Municipality of Thunder Bay, and to ensure the Board’s concerns and business receive the Chair’s undivided attention.
TBTNewsWatch.com reported on the change:
Quarterly Reports
The Board is pleased to share its 2025 Q3 Report:
https://thunderbaypsb.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/TBPSB-Q3-2025-2-1.pdf
Under the Community Safety and Policing Act (CSPA), police services and police service boards are required to file publicly available annual reports. The first annual report under the CSPA was filed in June.
Since the beginning of 2024, the Board has been providing additional quarterly reports to the public that will be used to create a final annual report. We hope you will take the opportunity to review the latest report.
Executive Director Recruitment
In the spring, the Board embarked on a search for a new, full-time Executive Director. The Board has completed two sets of interviews. The Board is hopeful that the new Executive Director will be in place by the November Board meeting.
