Administrative Virtual Summit - What's My Role...And What Isn't
2026-06-16 10:00 - 11:15 (America/Toronto)
Administrative Virtual Summit
Clarify the administrator role and distinguish governance, operational, and administrative responsibilities. Discuss common areas of role confusion and the challenge of governance work defaulting to administrators.

Administrative Virtual Summit: When The Board Isn't Functioning
2026-06-16 11:30 - 12:45 (America/Thunder_Bay)
Practical discussion on navigating disengaged boards, unclear direction, stalled decision-making, and governance challenges.

Administrator Virtual Summit: You Can't Do It All - Structuring the Work
2026-06-16 12:50 - 14:00 (America/Toronto)
Exploring governance structures, committee use, workload distribution, and practical approaches to supporting effective governance.

First Nations Governance Roundtable Discussion Group
2026-06-17 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto)
The First Nations Police Governance Roundtable is a dedicated, standing virtual discussion group designed to support First Nations Police Boards and their governance partners.
This session creates a space for open, practical conversation about the realities of police governance in First Nations communities. It recognizes that governance in this context is shaped by distinct legal frameworks, community priorities, and relational dynamics, and requires approaches that reflect those realities.
Each session is discussion-driven and grounded in real experience. Participants are encouraged to share challenges, explore solutions, and learn from one another in a respectful and focused environment.
This is not a presentation or formal training session. It is a working roundtable where governance questions can be explored honestly, and where shared insight helps shape future tools, supports, and programming.
Who Should Attend:

First Nations Police Board Chairs and Members
Board Administrators
Band Governance Partners and Advisors

What to Expect:

Peer-to-peer discussion across First Nations communities
Practical conversations on governance roles, responsibilities, and challenges
Shared approaches and lessons learned
Identification of priority areas for future support and development

What Makes This Roundtable Different:

Designed specifically for First Nations Police Boards
Brings together both board members and governance support partners
Ongoing monthly forum to build continuity and trust
Focused on practical application, not theory

Schedule:Held on the third Wednesday of every month
Time:12:00 PM to 1:30 PM EST
Registration:Free to attend. Registration is required. Register Here
Ontario First Nations Police Board (1)

Board Member Discussion Group
2026-06-18 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto)
The PGO Board Member Discussion Group is a recurring virtual session designed for Police Service Board members to explore their role, responsibilities, and impact in a practical, peer-supported environment.
These sessions focus on what it means to govern, not just comply. They create space for board members to step back from meeting cycles and consider how their decisions, questions, and oversight contribute to effective police governance.
The discussion is grounded in real board experience across Ontario and reflects the evolving expectations under the Community Safety and Policing Act (CSPA). Participants are encouraged to engage openly, test their thinking, and learn from the perspectives of other board members navigating similar challenges.
This is not formal training. It is an opportunity to build confidence, strengthen judgment, and develop a clearer understanding of how governance shows up in practice.
Who Should Attend:

Police Service Board Members
Board Chairs and Vice-Chairs
Newly appointed and experienced members

What to Expect:

Practical discussion on the role of the board in governance, oversight, and accountability
Exploration of common challenges, including decision-making, boundaries, and board dynamics
Insight into how governance differs from operational involvement
Peer exchange of approaches, questions, and lessons learned

What Makes This Discussion Group Different:

Designed specifically for Police Service Board members
Focused on governance thinking, not just legislative requirements
Encourages open, experience-based discussion across boards
Supports ongoing development beyond initial orientation or training

Schedule:Held monthly (see event calendar for dates)
Time:12:00 – 1:30 PM
Registration:Free to attend. Registration is required. Register Here

Administrative & Municipal Staff Discussion Group
2026-07-21 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-09-22 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto)
The Administrative & Municipal Staff Discussion Group is a recurring virtual forum designed for the professionals who support Ontario Police Service Boards and OPP Detachment Boards in their day-to-day governance responsibilities.
These informal, discussion-based sessions provide an opportunity to connect with peers from across the province, share practical experiences, explore emerging governance and administrative issues, and discuss approaches to supporting effective police governance.
This is not formal training or a webinar. Each session is intended to encourage open discussion, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas between board administrators, municipal staff, and others responsible for supporting police governance. Topics are guided by participant interests, current governance issues, legislative developments, and common operational challenges.
Whether you are new to your role or have years of experience supporting police governance, these sessions offer a valuable opportunity to build relationships, exchange practical solutions, and learn from colleagues across Ontario.
These sessions are free but registration is required.
To register click here.

First Nations Police Governance Roundtable
2026-07-22 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto)
The First Nations Police Governance Roundtable is a recurring virtual forum that brings together First Nations police governance representatives from across Ontario to share experiences, strengthen relationships, and explore the unique opportunities and challenges of First Nations police governance.
The Roundtable provides a respectful, collaborative space where participants can discuss emerging governance issues, exchange promising practices, and learn from one another while helping to shape future resources, tools, and programming developed by Police Governance Ontario.
This is not formal training or a webinar. Each session is guided by open discussion and participant engagement, recognizing that every community and governance model brings valuable perspectives and experiences to the conversation.
Whether your governance body operates under the Community Safety and Policing Act, the First Nations Policing Program, a Self-Administered Police Service, or another governance model, your voice is welcome.
July’s Topic is : What does governance mean?
The session is free to attend but registration is required. To register click here.
First nations Police Governance roundtable

Board Member Discussion Group
2026-07-23 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto)
The Police Governance Board Member Discussion Group is a recurring virtual forum created specifically for members of Ontario Police Service Boards and OPP Detachment Boards.
These informal, discussion-based sessions provide an opportunity to connect with fellow board members from across the province, explore emerging governance issues, share practical experiences, and learn from one another in a supportive peer environment.
This is not formal training or a webinar. Each session is designed to encourage open conversation, practical problem-solving, and the exchange of ideas between both new and experienced board members. Topics are guided by current governance issues, member interests, and emerging priorities.
Whether you are a Chair, Vice-Chair, newly appointed member, or experienced governor, these sessions provide a valuable opportunity to strengthen your governance knowledge, broaden your perspective, and build relationships with colleagues across Ontario.
Join us for July’s Discussion Group!
These sessions are free to attend but registration is required.
To register click here.

Lighting the Fire Within Gathering 2026
2026-09-14 - 2026-09-15 | Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto (Downtown), 75 Lower Simcoe Street H, Toronto, ON, M5J3A6, Canada
This year’s gathering focuses on community safety through a cultural, trauma-informed lens, with a heavy emphasis on first responder mental health and wellness. We are incredibly honored to bring in renowned advocates and trainers, including Elizabeth Smart, MMIWG2S+ advocate Fallon Farinacci, and law enforcement suicide prevention trainer Chris Prochut

First Nations Police Governance Roundtable
2026-09-23 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto)
The First Nations Police Governance Roundtable is a recurring virtual forum that brings together First Nations police governance representatives from across Ontario to share experiences, strengthen relationships, and explore the unique opportunities and challenges of First Nations police governance.
The Roundtable provides a respectful, collaborative space where participants can discuss emerging governance issues, exchange promising practices, and learn from one another while helping to shape future resources, tools, and programming developed by Police Governance Ontario.
This is not formal training or a webinar. Each session is guided by open discussion and participant engagement, recognizing that every community and governance model brings valuable perspectives and experiences to the conversation.
Whether your governance body operates under the Community Safety and Policing Act, the First Nations Policing Program, a Self-Administered Police Service, or another governance model, your voice is welcome.
September’s topic has not been determined yet so stay tuned!
The session is free to attend but registration is required. To register click here.
First nations Police Governance roundtable

Board Member Discussion Group
2026-09-24 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto)
The Police Governance Board Member Discussion Group is a recurring virtual forum created specifically for members of Ontario Police Service Boards and OPP Detachment Boards.
These informal, discussion-based sessions provide an opportunity to connect with fellow board members from across the province, explore emerging governance issues, share practical experiences, and learn from one another in a supportive peer environment.
This is not formal training or a webinar. Each session is designed to encourage open conversation, practical problem-solving, and the exchange of ideas between both new and experienced board members. Topics are guided by current governance issues, member interests, and emerging priorities.
Whether you are a Chair, Vice-Chair, newly appointed member, or experienced governor, these sessions provide a valuable opportunity to strengthen your governance knowledge, broaden your perspective, and build relationships with colleagues across Ontario.
Join us for September’s Discussion Group!
These sessions are free to attend but registration is required.
To register click here.

Board Member Discussion Group Evening Session
2026-09-24 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Toronto)
