The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) today officially released its 2024 Annual Report to members of the public, community partners, and key stakeholders. The milestone 50th anniversary online-only edition is available here or at www.haltonpolice.ca via the top rotating banner.

Click here to watch Chief Tanner’s message to Halton residents.

This year’s report shows that the HRPS responded to 139,119 calls for service in 2024, a slight increase of 0.16 per cent over the year prior. While some categories of crime like robbery and break and enters increased 11.1 and 15.1 per cent, respectively, others, such as sexual assault and auto theft, saw marked decreases of 13.9 and 20.9 per cent, also respectively, over the same period.

In addition to a detailed statistical breakdown of crime regionally and by district, the 2024 Annual Report features a series of articles highlighting major achievements in investigation, partnerships, and innovation that support the priorities outlined in the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan, including:

  • Home invasions
  • Carjackings and auto theft
  • Drugs, guns & gangs
  • Human trafficking
  • Internet child exploitation
  • Intimate partner violence
  • Traffic safety
  • Harm reduction, and
  • Community well-being through the establishment of the Halton Police Foundation

As one of Greater Toronto’s Top 2025 Employers for a second straight year, the report showcases the Service’s ongoing commitment to One Team – People First, which is rooted in the belief that promoting a strong workplace from within enables the HRPS to serve the fast-growing region first and better. As always, those with the desire to give back to their community and help ensure Halton region remains Canada’s safest large municipality are encouraged to consider joining HRPS’ team of close to 1,200 exceptional sworn and civilian members.

 

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Quotes:

“For the past 50 years, our Service has published annual reports so that Halton residents have timely and transparent information on the work we are doing every day to ensure their safety and well-being. We are exceedingly proud of the progress we have made, together with those we serve and our valued partners, to address crime and promote well-being in our region, and will continue to devote the resources needed to ensure ours remains the safest large municipality in Canada for years to come.

We thank the Halton Police Board, led by Chair Jeff Knoll, for its ongoing support of our efforts and our people. We also thank the residents of Halton for entrusting us with their safety, and for continuing to share your unique and important perspectives with us. Our unending work to prevent and respond to crime and to hold those accountable for it to the extent possible would not be possible without each of you.”

-          Stephen J. Tanner, Chief of Police, Halton Regional Police Service

“Reflecting on 2024, I am deeply proud of how the Halton Regional Police Service rose to meet new challenges while upholding our longstanding reputation as a leader in public safety. Despite a shifting landscape marked by emerging threats and changing community needs, our commitment to good governance, transparency, and collaboration has delivered real results.

Last year, we saw the positive impact of targeted policing, innovation, and strong partnerships—not only in maintaining Halton’s standing as Canada’s safest large municipality, but also in driving substantial progress on critical issues like auto theft, human trafficking, and intimate partner violence. Every achievement is a testament to the dedication and professionalism of our members and the invaluable trust our community places in us.

Guided by our Strategic Plan and the shared vision of a safer, more inclusive Halton, we look ahead with confidence and purpose, knowing that together we are building a strong foundation for the next 50 years of policing excellence.”

-           Jeff Knoll, Chair, Halton Police Board