Thunder Bay Police Service Board

The Thunder Bay Police Service Board is a civilian body that is tasked with providing adequate and effective police services within Thunder Bay. It is accountable to the community, and to the Ontario Civilian Police Commission. The role of the Board is defined by the Community Safety and Policing Act.

The responsibilities of the board include, but are not limited to:

• Determining objectives and priorities with respect to police services in Thunder Bay, following consultation with the Chief of Police.
• Establish policies for the effective management of the Service.
• Recruit and appoint the Chief of Police and any Deputy Chief of Police, and determine their remuneration and working conditions.
• Direct the Chief of Police and monitor performance.
• Prepare and adopt a strategic plan for policing in the community.

The Thunder Bay Police Service Board consists of two members of city council, one community member appointed by city council, and two community members appointed by the province.