The legislated mandate and responsibilities of the Halifax Board of Police Commissioners is established by the Province and set out in the Police Act [PDF]. The Board of Police Commissioners Policy Manual provides the foundation for fulfilling the Board's mandate to provide civilian governance and oversight of police services provided within the Halifax Regional Municipality.
Please note that the Policy Manual will be updated periodically.
Board of Police Commissioners Policy Manual - Full [pdf]
Table of Contents
Introduction
Supplemental Administrative Policies of the Board
Communications and Community Outreach Policy
Stakeholder Engagement
Community Survey to Measure Trust and Confidence
Extra Duty Employment
Off Duty Employment
Complaints Against HRP Chief of Police
Matters of Immediate Strategic Significance (Critical Point)
Armoured Rescue Vehicle
Policing Encampments
Use of Force
Code of Conduct Complaints Regarding a Member of the Board of Police Commissioners
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