February 23 - 16:00

Ottawa Police Service Board

Notices and meeting information for participants and members of the public
This meeting may be viewed online on the Ottawa City Council YouTube Channel or via Zoom. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87190574467 Notices and meeting information are attached to the agenda and minutes, including: availability of simultaneous interpretation and accessibility accommodations; in camera items not subject to discussion; personal information disclaimer for correspondents and public speakers; and notices regarding minutes. Accessible formats and communication supports are available, upon request.Delegations wishing to address the Board during the delegation portion of the regular meetings may be heard with the approval of the Board. Requests must be made to the Executive Director and must include a written copy of the comments that will be presented. The deadline to register with all of your materials included is February 20 at noon. All requests to speak must be approved by the Board Chair and the subject matter must be within the jurisdiction of the Board.
Ceremonial Activities and Announcements
Presentation by June Girvan, President of Black History Ottawa
Confirmation of Agenda
That the Ottawa Police Service Board confirm the agenda of the 23rd February 2026 meeting.
Confirmation of Minutes
Minutes 124 #1 and 124 #2 of January 26th 2026 and minutes #125 of January 29th 2026
That the Ottawa Police Service Board confirm Minutes 124 #1 and 124 #2 of the January 26th 2026 and minutes #125 of January 29th 2026 special meeting.
Committee Meetings: Reports from Committee Chairs & Minutes
Human Resources Committee - Draft Minutes #26 of January 29th 2026
That the Ottawa Police Service Board receive this item for information.
Declarations of Interest
Public Delegations
The final public delegate list will be recorded as part of the final draft minutes for the February 23rd, 2026 meeting. 
Inquiries
Items of Business
Chair’s verbal report
Chair's report That the Ottawa Police Service Board receive this report for information.
Chief’s verbal report
Chief's report That the Ottawa Police Service Board receive this report for information.
Educational Presentation: Black History Month
Presentation by Isobel Granger, Former Superintendent, Ottawa Police Service That the Ottawa Police Service Board receive this presentation for information.
Board Calendar of Monitoring Requirements 2026
Executive Director's report That the Ottawa Police Service Board receive the 2026 Calendar of Monitoring Requirements for information.
Attendance at the OAPSB Spring Conference 2026 and Sponsorship
Executive Director's report That the Ottawa Police Service Board approve: The in-person attendance of Chair S. Fakirani, Vice-Chair M. Carr, C. Curry, D. Donaldson and Executive Director H. Sayah and Communications and Community Engagement Advisor B. Mallon at the Ontario Association of Police Service Boards (OAPSB) Spring Conference and AGM being held in Niagara Falls, Ontario from June 1 to 3, 2026. A $3000 Gold sponsorship for the OAPSB Spring Conference and AGM.
Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement for the Youth in Policing Initiative
Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement That the Ottawa Police Service Board approve the attached grant agreement.
2026 Internal Audit Work Plan
Chief's report That the Ottawa Police Service Board approve the 2026 Internal Audit Work Plan as endorsed by the Finance and Audit Committee.
Internal Audit and Quality Assurance Annual Report, 2025 (Compliance with Ministry Standards)
Chief's report That the Ottawa Police Service Board receive this report for information.
Workforce Management Report – Fourth Quarter 2025
Chief's report That the Ottawa Police Service Board receive this report for information.
Performance Report – Fourth Quarter 2025
Chief's report That the Ottawa Police Service Board receive this report for information.
Report on the Special Investigations Unit 25-OVI-324
Chief's report That the Ottawa Police Service Board receive this report for information.
Legal Services Status Report – 2025 Fourth Quarter
Board Solicitor's report That the Ottawa Police Service Board receive this report for information.
Outstanding Board Inquiries, Motions & Directions: February 2026 Report
Executive Director's report That the Ottawa Police Service Board receive this report for information. 
Letters of Commendation: February 2026
Chief’s report That the Ottawa Police Service Board receive this report for information. 
Other Business
In Camera Items
In accordance with Section 44 of the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 , the Ottawa Police Service Board will be meeting in a closed session prior to the public meeting to discuss items pertaining to the following subject matter: Update on Demonstrations and Event Management Labor Relations Unit Report: Fourth Quarter 2025 Operational Matter Contractual Matter Labour Relations Matter Labour Relations Matter Legal Services Status Report-Settlements, Fourth Quarter 2025 Legal Matter
Adjournment
Next Meeting
Monday, April 27, 2026 - 4:00 PM