Short answer. For a matter that is not an emergency, call the Ontario Provincial Police non-emergency line at 1 888 310-1122 (24/7) 2. From a mobile phone, you can also dial **OPP (677) 3. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 9-1-1 1.
Who to call
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 9-1-1 | 1 |
| OPP, non-emergency | 1 888 310-1122, 24/7 | 2 |
| From a mobile phone | *OPP (*677) | 3 |
| Report online | Official online reporting | 3 |
What does the Ontario Provincial Police say?
"You can also reach the OPP by calling 1 888 310-1122 (toll-free in Ontario). Our Provincial Communications Centres operate 24/7, answering emergency and non-emergency calls for service." 2
City police in Ontario
Inside a city, non-emergency calls usually go to the city police or sheriff. City lines in Ontario: Toronto, Ottawa, Mississauga, Brampton, Hamilton, London, Markham, Vaughan, Kitchener, Windsor, Oakville, Richmond Hill. All cities: Police non-emergency numbers by city.
Frequently asked questions
What is the OPP non-emergency number?
1 888 310-1122, the Ontario Provincial Police non-emergency line 2.
What is *OPP (*677)?
The number to reach the Ontario Provincial Police from a mobile phone 3.
Should I call 9-1-1 or the OPP non-emergency line?
Call 9-1-1 if a life, a person or property is in danger right now 1. Use the non-emergency line for everything else.
Sources · 3
- Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) · 9-1-1 Services for Traditional Wireline, VoIP and Wireless Phone Services checked 2026-10-28
- Ontario Provincial Police · Ontario Provincial Police checked 2026-11-09
- Ontario Provincial Police · Ontario Provincial Police - Contact us checked 2026-11-09