The Barrie Police Services Board and the Barrie Police Service are proud to present our
2020-2022 Strategic Plan.
Although this plan is a requirement for all police services, it is a welcomed opportunity to reflect on our accomplishments and look towards the future while re-evaluating our efforts at achieving policing excellence to ensure the City of Barrie is a safe and secure community.
Our members and our community partners have contributed their time, insights and inspirations to the development of this plan, and we thank them for their continued involvement. Through a collaborative approach including community surveys, focus groups and strategic planning sessions, we have identified three priorities to achieve the objectives expressed through our consultations.
The Barrie Police Service strategic priorities include:
Our Service is exploring innovative technology, evidence based policing methods and training enhancements to ensure implementation of new strategies that will assist the Barrie Police Service in supporting community safety while focusing on financial efficiencies. Our people continue to be the core success of our Service, and we are confident the direction outlined in our new plan will strengthen our policing practices in our community.
As we enter a new era in the history of our Service with our move to a new headquarters in early 2020, we will remain committed to our community and continue to work with our partners to collaboratively address the needs within the City of Barrie.
| Kimberley Greenwood Chief of Police |
Angela Lockridge, Chair Police Services Board |
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Angela Lockridge,
2020 Police Services Board Chair
Kimberley Greenwood,
Chief of Police
Scroll through our interactive 2020-2022 Strategic Plan or click the headings below to explore.
Barrie Police Service Timeline
2019 Community Safety
Survey Results
Saying Thank You
Additional Resources
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| Visible & Approchable Police Service |
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| Safer Roads & Pathways |
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| Supportive Victim Services |
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| Community Partner in Proactive Policing |
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| Trust & Transparency with the Community |
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| Authentic Two-Way Communication with Community & Members |
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| Safe & Supportive Workplace |
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| Progressive Professional Development |
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| Leaders in Innovative Policing Practices |
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Strategic Priority 1: Crime Prevention, Community Safety & Law Enforcement
Strategic Priority 2: Community Engagement & Collaboration
Strategic Priority 3: Organization Excellence & Sustainability
As of March 16, 2020, the new Barrie Police Service headquarters located at the Barrie Simcoe Emergency Services Campus, 110 Fairview Road, is fully operational.
Construction on 110 Fairview Road began in November 2017, and by March 7, 2020, the Service began moving to the new Campus. Throughout the move the Barrie Police Service maintained business continuity, with no service interruptions, and was completely operational just prior to COVID-19 restrictions coming into effect. The transition to a single location has proven to be a definite advantage in managing the pandemic response.
Partnering with other First Responders, the Barrie Simcoe Emergency Services Campus brings together the Barrie Police Service, Simcoe County Paramedic Services and Barrie Fire and Emergency Service. It also provides additional space for Barrie Police Service partners such as Victim Services of Simcoe County and the Collision Reporting Centre (Accident Support Services International Limited). The Campus provides cost-efficiencies, and its central location allows for a more effective response across the community.
Click on the image below to view an image gallery of our new location.
| Thank you to all of our community members who participated in our 2020-2022 Barrie Police Service Strategic Plan Community Safety Survey. Your feedback contributes to accurate and reliable data that helps us better understand the needs of our community and track the local impact of our programs and initiatives. |
Respondents’ Top Three Identified Community Safety + Well-Being Priorities
| 40% | Crime Prevention |
| 37% | Housing + Homelessness |
| 27% | Community Safety |
| 20% | Traffic Safety |
| 11% | Human Trafficking |
| 3% | Partner Violence |
| 55% | Substance Misuse |
| 45% | Mental Health |
| 8% | Other |
| 4% | Childhood Development |
| 2% | Food Security |
| 1% | Injury Prevention |
| 18% | Poverty + Income |
| 12% | At-Risk Adult Support |
| 11% | Service Coordinator |
| 10% | Skill Development |
| 9% | At- Risk Youth Support |
| 4% | Community Belonging |
| 1% | Newcomer Support |
Community Satisfaction with the Barrie Police Service, 2018
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No Opinion
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Street Safety Results
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No Opinion
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How effectively is the Barrie Police Service responding to community needs?
Confidence in the Barrie Police Service
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No Opinion
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A Place to Grow: “ Growth Plan For the Greater Golden Horseshoe.” Ontario.ca, Lieutenant Governor in Council, May 2019, A Place to Grow: Growth plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe | Ontario.ca
City of Barrie : Data Based on Census Profile, 2016 Statistics Canada. 2017. Barrie, CY [Census subdivision], Ontario and Simcoe, CTY [Census division], Ontario (table). Census Profile. 2016 Census. Statistics Canada Catalogue no. 98-316-X2016001. Ottawa. Released November 29, 2017.
We would like to extend a special thank you to the many individuals, groups and organizations that have helped us develop our 2020-2022 Barrie Police Service Strategic Plan and work with us daily to ensure a safe and secure community. Our partnerships and community collaborations make us a more resilient community and we thank those who continue to work alongside us in the 2020-2022 term.
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- Members of the Barrie Police Services Board for their guidance and participation in the Strategic Planning process and yearly operations.
- The City of Barrie and Provincial officials who continue to support and enhance our abilities to provide meaningful change in the Barrie community.
- The residents of the City of Barrie who provided feedback through our Community Safety Survey and provide on-going collaboration through valuable tools such as our online citizens reporting system, bully button, key holder registry, crime prevention through environmental design program, vulnerable person registry and many other fantastic initiatives.
- Our community partners and agencies who work alongside us on committees, special events and day-to-day operations. It is because of these partnerships that we are able to offer a full range of services to victims and at-risk individuals.
- Our many appreciated volunteers who help throughout the year for special events and on-going programs such as our Auxiliary Police, Citizens on Patrol and participants in our Citizen Police Academy.
- Most importantly, members of our Barrie Police Service and their families for their on-going dedication to making the City of Barrie a safe and enjoyable place to live, work and visit.
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“I admire the police for their fortitude in performing a vital job under tough circumstances. Please continue to be proud of helping to maintain a safe and lawful society.”
-Community Safety Survey Respondent 2019
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