Police Constable / Police Cadet

This application is for both Police Constable and Police Cadet.

This is a single application for both the Police Constable and Police Cadet positions.

All applicants follow the same selection process and must meet the same minimum eligibility requirements and submit the same required documentation. Throughout the hiring process, qualified applicants may be considered for either a Police Constable or Police Cadet opportunity.

Position Overview

A Police Constable improves and maintains the safety, security and quality of life for Halton residents through the application of community policing methods; contributes to the development of Service goals, and participates in activities and projects; enforces federal, provincial and municipal statutes in response to citizens' complaints, service calls and special assignments; prepares and processes charges under federal, provincial and municipal statutes, and gives evidence in Court.

A Police Cadet participates in a 12-month developmental program, working alongside experienced coach officers while gaining exposure to a variety of assignments across the Service. Throughout the program, cadets receive structured training, mentorship, and practical experience designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and competencies required for a successful policing career. The program is intended to prepare successful candidates for advancement to the position of Police Constable.

There is one application process for both Police Constable and Police Cadet.

• There is no separate Cadet application.
• The same minimum requirements apply to both positions.
• The same supporting documents are required for both positions.
• Applicants who successfully progress through the selection process may be considered for either the Police Constable or Police Cadet position.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess an O.A.C.P. Certificate of Results.
• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Be of good moral character and habits.
• Have successfully completed secondary school or the approved equivalent to the Ontario education system.
• Possess a valid driver's licence (minimum Class G).
• Possess a current Standard First Aid certificate and a current CPR certificate (Basic Rescuer Level C).
• Meet vision standards of uncorrected visual acuity of at least 20/40 binocularly, corrected visual acuity should be at least 20/20 binocularly, with normal colour vision.
• Meet normal hearing standards.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit an online application consisting of a resume and/or cover letter to initiate the application process. Once the online application is submitted, a detailed email will be sent with required forms and further instructions to submit the above required documents. If you do not receive an email within 24 hours please contact [email protected]

The Halton Regional Police Service is an equal opportunity employer. Our core values are based on the concept that much can be achieved when police and the citizens we serve work together to solve contemporary community problems related to traffic, crime, mental health and addiction, crime prevention and vulnerable persons.

Working with members of the public and our valued partners to achieve shared community goals has been a longstanding tradition of our Service and one that is becoming increasingly important as our Region grows and diversifies. Collaboration is at the heart of our motto: One Team, People First and plays a vital role in helping us maintain our distinction as our nation’s safest regional municipality.