Ontario to Expand Police Training Program in 2025
The Ontario government has announced an expansion of the Basic Constable Training (BCT) program at the Ontario Police College. Starting in 2025, the program will increase its capacity by 80 recruits annually, prioritizing small, medium-sized, and First Nation police services. This expansion aims to train a total of 2,080 officers each year. The government previously removed the tuition fee for the BCT program and established four intakes per year. The BCT program is a mandatory training for all police officers in Ontario, covering various aspects such as federal and provincial law, human rights, and officer safety.