Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Toronto, Ontario, call the Toronto Police Service non-emergency line at 416-808-2222 (24/7) 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 9-1-1 2.
Who to call in Toronto
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 9-1-1 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Toronto Police Service) | 416-808-2222, 24/7 | 1 |
| City services | 311 | 1 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 1 |
| Suicide crisis | 9-8-8 (call or text) | 3 |
What does the Toronto Police Service say?
"Call *TPS (*877) from mobile or 416-808-2222 for non-emergency police matters." 1
When should you use the non-emergency line?
The official page lists these examples 1:
- "Report crimes that are not or are no longer in progress (e.g. your home was broken into but no one is currently on the property)."
- "Report dangerous driving or disruptive behaviour that is not an immediate threat."
- "Follow up or provide additional information on a previous report, whether submitted online, by phone, or in person."
Who answers the call?
In Toronto, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Toronto Police Service 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Ontario: Ottawa, 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 Toronto?
416-808-2222, the Toronto Police Service non-emergency line 1.
Is 416-808-2222 the same as 9-1-1?
No. 9-1-1 is for emergencies 2; 416-808-2222 is the Toronto Police Service line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Toronto?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Toronto Police Service has an official online reporting page 1.
Sources · 3
- City of Toronto · Make the Right Call – City of Toronto 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