Ontario Provincial Police Employer Reviews

Security and confidentiality are priority within this environment.

Enjoyed serving the communities I policed.
I had a varied career all over Ontario with opportunities to work with schools, community groups and the general public.

Ride alongs with police officers and learning about the criminal code. Police Constables were great to work with and when not busy with own prioritys they would educate and help me as much as they could. Hardest part was witnessing some of the crime that went on in the small town where I grew up. Most enjoyable was experiencing the everyday life of – more... a police officer. – less

Fast-faced, blood-pumping one minute, then watching paint dry the next. You must be prepared at any moment to be dealing with a crisis, and to be on your A game.
I worked with fabulous could-workers some of whom will be lifelong friends. I say the same of most of the management. Everyone pitched in at the end of the day to get the job done.
Hardest – more... part of the job was the twelve hour rotations. With four kids it took a toll.
The most enjoyable part was the comraderie when things were hectic, as well as the sense of accomplishment when things worked out in the end. – less

Did much growing up. Salary was decent, but going to Hiram Walkers I almost doubled my salary.

Shift work, varying. 5 on 2 off, for two weeks, then rotate, day, afternoon, graveyard shift

Responsible for dispatching cars to complaints, emergencies, assistance etc. 20 cars, 55 members.
Responsible for front counter complaints, assistance, fluent in both French/English
Responsibile to in put information to computer, respond to member's requests – more... for warrants, info searches etc
Assist in lockup. – less

Enjoyed every moment of my time at the OPP. Learned a lot about the CJS even when I though I already knew it.
Long hours, but it was always worth it.
Rewarding work.

The Burlington O.P.P. is a great place to work. Everyone there is so supportive and willing to help. Constant training and upgrading is provided and information readily available.

- Maintained the boat (Seaswirl Striper)
- Gathered equipment for the day (tickets, life jackets, keys for the boat)
- Trailered the boat
- Assisted police officers with report writing, note taking, arrests, stopping vessels and vehicles, promoting safe boating practices, and enforcement of various legislation including Highway Traffic Act, Small Vessels – more... Regulations, Criminal Code, Liquor License Act, Canada Shipping Act, and Contraventions Act – less