
2021
Barrie Police Service
Annual Report
Barrie Police Service
VISION:
Policing excellence to ensure a safe and secure community.
MISSION:
To enhance our community by providing professional, accountable and sustainable policing services.
VALUES:
Through our actions and dedication, we model the principles of
PRIDE:
Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence.
To download a PDF copy of the full report, please click on the image of the cover.
Photo Disclaimer: The photos and/or videos highlighted in this report were taken throughout 2021 and reflect changing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements. What is pictured does not necessarily reflect the current guidelines on distancing and wearing of PPE.
Cover image features ‘Spirit Catcher’ by Ron Baird. 1986, Collection of the MacLaren Art Centre, Barrie. Cover photo taken by Constable Rebecca Henderson, featuring Sergeant Tanya Lynch.
Highlights of the 2021 BPS Annual Report
Table of Contents
Introduction
Message from the Board Chair
Message from the Chief of Police
Organization
Organizational Chart
Barrie Police Services Board
Past Board Chair Angela Lockridge
Appointment of Deputy Chief Rich Johnston
Corporate Communications
Highlights
Social Media
Community Engagement
Human Resources
Highlights
Employment Unit
Training Unit
Operational Services
Highlights
Alternate Response Unit
Auxiliary Unit
Barrie Tornado First Response
Operational Support Services
Highlights
Tactical Support & Canine
Traffic Unit
Remote Piloted Aircraft System & Marine
Court Services Unit
School Support
Communications Unit
Investigative Services
Highlights
General & Specialized Investigation Units
Joint & Internal Forces Operations
Technological Crimes Unit
Records & Information Management Services
Highlights
Online Reporting
Information Technology
Highlights
New Initiatives
Executive Services
Highlights
Systemic Review of Organizational Culture & Systems
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee
Professional Standards & Risk Management
Barrie Police Service
Evidence-Based Policing
Awards
Statistical Highlights
2021 Community Safety Survey
Strategic Plan Accomplishments