Peel Regional Police Hosts Information Sessions on New Community Safety Response Platform

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Region of Peel — Peel Regional Police is inviting residents to attend upcoming information sessions to learn about a new operational support tool and to take part in a conversation about how this technology can support neighbourhood safety while respecting privacy and community considerations.

The Community Safety Response Platform is a visible investigative tool that may be used in residential and commercial areas to support police response to serious incidents, based on identified risk and community needs.

Each platform is equipped with an Acoustic Detection Device with gunshot detection technology at a range of 500 metres, pan tilt zoom (PTZ) video, and an automated licence plate reader (ALPR) to support real‑time situational awareness and investigative response.

These units are designed to quickly alert police following serious incidents and to provide officers with timely information to support response and investigation efforts.

The Community Safety Response Platform is the first of its kind in Canada and North America, placing Peel Regional Police at the forefront of modern, community‑focused policing.

Please see attached fact sheet.

These information sessions reflect Peel Regional Police’s commitment to transparency, dialogue, and accountability as new technology is introduced. Residents are encouraged to attend one of the upcoming sessions to learn more, ask questions, and provide feedback.

In‑Person Session

Date: April 27, 2026
Time: 6–8 p.m.
Location: Emil V. Kolb Centre
180 Derry Rd. E, Mississauga, ON L5T 2Y5

Virtual Session

Date: April 30, 2026
Time: 6–8 p.m.
Location: Virtual (registration required to receive link)

QUICK FACTS

All data is collected, retained, accessed, and disposed of in accordance with applicable privacy legislation and Peel Regional Police policies.
Units are temporary, highly visible, and used for specific, time‑limited operational purposes.
Deployment occurs only when defined risk criteria are met, and consent is required from participating property or business owners.

QUOTE

“The Community Safety Response Platform will help our members respond quickly to serious incidents while operating openly, responsibly and with respect for the communities we serve. These information sessions are an important part of ensuring residents understand how the technology works, how privacy is protected, and how we are taking a focused approach that prioritizes public safety, accountability and community trust.”

— Chief Nishan Duraiappah, Peel Regional Police