Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Ottawa, Ontario, call the Ottawa Police Service non-emergency line at 613-236-1222 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 9-1-1 2.
Who to call in Ottawa
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 9-1-1 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Ottawa Police Service) | 613-236-1222 | 1 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 3 |
| Suicide crisis | 9-8-8 (call or text) | 4 |
What does the Ottawa Police Service say?
"If you need to file a non-emergency police report, report online or call our Police Reporting Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 7300." 1
When should you use the non-emergency line?
The official page lists these examples 3:
- "Stolen vehicles or stolen licence plates."
- "Threat(s), or violence."
- "Evidence left on the scene , such as but not limited to blood, tools, clothes, or any item related to the incident."
Who answers the call?
In Ottawa, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Ottawa Police Service 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Ontario: Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Hamilton, 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 Ottawa?
613-236-1222, the Ottawa Police Service non-emergency line 1.
Is 613-236-1222 the same as 9-1-1?
No. 9-1-1 is for emergencies 2; 613-236-1222 is the Ottawa Police Service line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Ottawa?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Ottawa Police Service has an official online reporting page 3.
Sources · 4
- Ottawa Police Service · Contact Us | Ottawa 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
- Ottawa Police Service · File a Report | Ottawa Police Service checked 2026-11-05
- 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline · Get Help, 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline checked 2026-11-05