Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Hamilton, Ontario, call the Hamilton Police Service non-emergency line at 905-546-4925 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 9-1-1 2.
Who to call in Hamilton
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 9-1-1 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Hamilton Police Service) | 905-546-4925 | 1 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 1 |
| Suicide crisis | 9-8-8 (call or text) | 3 |
What does the Hamilton Police Service say?
"Our non-emergency line at 905-546-4925 is for reporting incidents that are non-urgent or not life-threatening." 1
When should you use the non-emergency line?
The official page lists these examples 1:
- "It's also for people making general inquiries or looking for police support and resources (i.e. suspicious vehicle, mischief, following up on a previous occurrence etc.)"
Who answers the call?
In Hamilton, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Hamilton Police Service 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Ontario: Toronto, Ottawa, Mississauga, Brampton, London, Markham, Vaughan, Kitchener. All cities: Police non-emergency numbers by city. Every national number: Emergency numbers in Canada.
Frequently asked questions
What is the non-emergency number for police in Hamilton?
905-546-4925, the Hamilton Police Service non-emergency line 1.
Is 905-546-4925 the same as 9-1-1?
No. 9-1-1 is for emergencies 2; 905-546-4925 is the Hamilton Police Service line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Hamilton?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Hamilton Police Service has an official online reporting page 1.
Sources · 3
- Hamilton Police Service · Non-Emergencies | Hamilton Police Service checked 2026-11-05
- Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) · 9-1-1 Services for Traditional Wireline, VoIP and Wireless Phone Services checked 2026-10-28
- 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline · Get Help, 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline checked 2026-11-05