Peel Regional Police

Decision INV 24-45: Inspector General directs Peel Regional Police to cease using PepperBall System

An investigation has been completed into a complaint alleging that Peel Regional Police (PRP) used the PepperBall system in contravention of Ontario’s Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 and related regulations.

After reviewing the Findings Report, the Inspector General found that PRP failed to comply with legal requirements because no provincially prescribed training exists for the PepperBall system, yet PRP officers were authorized to carry and use it. While PRP conducted internal training and due diligence, this did not meet the statutory requirements. The Inspector General also noted that PRP did not inform its Police Services Board about the procurement and deployment of this weapon, and strongly urges police service boards remain informed of these acquisitions and deployments, given their statutory responsibilities.

Outcome: Non-compliance with the CSPA; formal Direction imposed.

Direction Issued: PRP must immediately prohibit members from carrying or using the PepperBall system until training is prescribed by provincial law and completed. The Chief of Police must confirm compliance within 15 days.

Decision Date: December 17, 2025.