Policing

Policing services in Springwater are provided by the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police by way of a Section 5.1 – Non-Contract arrangement. Learn what is provided under this type of policing agreement by viewing the comparison table of Section 10 and Section 5.1 of the Police Services Act (PSA).

For all emergencies requiring immediate attention, please call 9-1-1. For non-emergencies, you can reach the detachment at 705-429-3575 or toll-free at 1-888-310-1122.

Report a crime

The OPP's online Citizen Self Reporting tool allows you to report minor occurrences such as theft, mischief to property, lost property and driving complaints that occurred in areas policed by the OPP. All submissions will be sent directly to the OPP and reviewed by an officer. You can also call the OPP toll-free at 1-888-310-1122 or visit your local detachment to file a report.

Huronia West OPP Detachment Board

Under the Community Safety and Policing Act, the key roles and responsibilities of the newly formed Huronia West OPP Detachment Board are to:

consult with the Commissioner regarding the selection of a detachment commander and otherwise participate, in accordance with the regulations made by the Minister, in the selection of the detachment commander;
determine objectives and priorities for the detachment, not inconsistent with the strategic plan prepared by the Minister, after consultation with the detachment commander or his or her designate;
advise the detachment commander with respect to policing provided by the detachment;
monitor the performance of the detachment commander;
review the reports from the detachment commander regarding policing provided by the detachment; and
on or before June 30 in each year, provide an annual report to the municipalities and band councils regarding the policing provided by the detachment in their municipalities or First Nation reserves.

The Huronia West OPP Detachment Board services the Township of Springwater, Township of Clearview and Town of Wasaga Beach.

To view board composition, agendas and minutes, visit: Committees and Boards