Special Investigations Unit

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Record #: PEL2151

Last Full Update: 16 Jan 2024

Contact Information

Office Phone	416-622-0748, 416-622-OSIU
Toll Free Phone	1-800-787-8529
E-Mail	siu.inquiries@ontario.ca
Website	www.siu.on.ca
Social Media	X (Twitter)
Primary Contact	Anna Postiglione, Receptionist

Description and Service Details

Description (Service)	Civilian law enforcement agency has jurisdiction over municipal, regional and provincial police officers in Ontario, as well as special constables employed by the Niagara Parks Commission and peace officers with the Legislative Protective Service, anyone the SIU is mandated to investigate is referred to as an 'official' investigates incidents involving officials where there is a serious injury, death, allegation of sexual assault or discharge of a firearm by an official at a person objective of every investigation is to determine whether there is evidence of criminal wrongdoing on the part of the official Affected Persons Program - provides support and assistance to individuals and families who have been impacted by SIU investigations First Nations, Inuit and Metis Liaison Program - geared to providing culturally sensitive guidance in the Unit's approach to incidents involving First Nations, Inuit and Metis persons or communities Outreach Program - participates in community events and educational sessions Director's Resource Committee (DRC) - helps address community concerns and assists the SIU to improve relations with the public Independent of any police service and operates at arm's length from the Ministry of the Attorney General
Hours	Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm Affected Persons Program -- Mon-Sun 24 hrs
Areas Served	Ontario
Eligibility	Any member of the public may report an incident
Application	Call or complete form online at website, email for general inquires Affected Persons Program -- referrals generally made at start of investigation but any affected person can call at any time
Languages	English, French
Fees	None

Site Information

Located In Community	Mississauga
Address & Map	5090 Commerce Blvd Mississauga, ON Canada L4W 5M4
Mailing Address	5090 Commerce Blvd Mississauga, ON Canada L4W 5M4

Categories and Classification

HCSD Main Heading	Abuse / Assault ; Emergency / Crisis ; Government / Legal
HCSD Sub Heading	Consumer Protection / Complaints ; Victims of Abuse Support Programs ; Victims of Crime Support Programs
Service Categories	Crime Investigation ; General Crime Victim Assistance ; Law Enforcement Community Engagement/Outreach ; Law Enforcement Complaints

Agency Overview

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