Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Thunder Bay, Ontario, call the Thunder Bay Police Service non-emergency line at 807-684-1200 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 9-1-1 2.
Who to call in Thunder Bay
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 9-1-1 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Thunder Bay Police Service) | 807-684-1200 | 1 |
| Suicide crisis | 9-8-8 (call or text) | 3 |
What does the Thunder Bay Police Service say?
"For non-emergency reports, please contact 807-684-1200." 1
Who answers the call?
In Thunder Bay, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Thunder Bay Police Service 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Ontario: Toronto, Ottawa, Mississauga, Brampton, Hamilton, London, Markham, Vaughan. 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 Thunder Bay?
807-684-1200, the Thunder Bay Police Service non-emergency line 1.
Is 807-684-1200 the same as 9-1-1?
No. 9-1-1 is for emergencies 2; 807-684-1200 is the Thunder Bay Police Service line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Sources · 3
- Thunder Bay Police Service · Contact Thunder Bay Police | Thunder Bay Police Service | Thunderbay 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