As a result of the changes to the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 (CSPA), the newly formed Couchiching O.P.P. Detachment Board was formed, encompassing the City of Orillia and the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn.  This independent Civilian Oversight Board, with its provincial responsibilities, as outlined in the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 (CSPA) , is committed to ensuring adequate and effective policing in accordance with the needs of the area. The Board will foster accountability and transparency by acting as the intermediary to the O.P.P and to the community, making evidence-based decisions and following best practices. 

Responsibilities

• Participating in the selection of the Detachment Commander;
• Determining objectives and priorities for police services after consultation with the Detachment Commander;
• Advising the Detachment Commander with respect to policing provided by the Detachment;
• Monitoring the performance of the Detachment Commander;
• Reviewing regular reports from the Detachment Commander regarding policing provided by the Detachment, and
• Providing an annual report to the municipalities regarding the policing provided by the Detachment in their municipalities.

Board Composition

The Board encompasses of elected and community members from the City of Orillia and Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and two provincial appointees.

Meetings

The O.P.P Detachment Board shall meet a minimum of four (4) times per year, and more frequently at the discretion of the chair.

The agenda and minutes are available to the public. 

October 3, 2024 Agenda