Citizen Police Academy

Thank you for your interest in our Citizen Police Academy. We are no longer accepting applications for our January through March 2025 Session. Please check back in August for information regarding our next class, which is scheduled for September through November 2025.

Are you interested in learning first-hand about what our officers do each day?

Our Citizen Police Academy (CPA) is a free nine-week program that educates Halton residents on policing in their community. Attendees can expect to participate in sessions led by members of specialized units of the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS), including Drugs, Homicide, Emergency Services, and the Training Bureau.

The program runs twice a year; January through March and September through November and takes place at our Headquarters in Oakville. Registration for each session is open a few weeks before the session is set to run and is announced on our social media platforms.

Eligibility

To apply, you must:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Work or reside in Halton region
• Pass a background security check
• Be able to attend all nine sessions

Testimonials

"This has been one of the highlights of my adult life. I've learned so much and am enthused to share what I now know. I was fortunate to have been in the first class. Many thanks for the opportunity."

"The course allowed me to understand the hard work it takes to become a police officer. I am also impressed with the community programs that have been created by the Halton Regional Police Service. The officers I met are all nice people doing a demanding job. I feel better knowing they are out there on the frontline for my safety."

"The defense lawyer was informative and I appreciated his opinions on the shortcomings of the justice system with respect to the belief that money talks."

"All of the topics presented were very interesting and the speakers were very knowledgeable."

"I always thought the HRPS did a great job but after the Citizen Police Academy, their marks go up a lot higher. A salute to all the team leaders for a job well done."

Contact Information

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