Manitoba Police Commission – Winnipeg, MB

Manitoba Police Commission

The Manitoba Police Commission is an independent civilian oversight body established under The Police Act. Situated on the 18th floor of the BDC Building in downtown Winnipeg, the Commission is responsible for providing civilian governance and oversight to police services across the province. Its mandate ensures transparency, accountability, and the maintenance of effective policing standards in Manitoba.

Key Responsibilities

The Commission serves as a bridge between the public, the government, and police agencies. It does not directly investigate criminal allegations against police officers-that is the role of the Independent Investigation Unit (IIU)-but it handles matters of governance and conduct.

• Civilian Monitor Program: Assigning monitors to observe independent investigations involving police to ensure integrity.
• Police Board Support: Providing training and standards for municipal police boards throughout Manitoba.
• Appeals: Hearing appeals regarding the internal discipline of police officers.
• Advisory Role: Consulting with the Minister of Justice on regulations and the status of policing in the province.

Office Information

The Commission’s administrative office is open during standard government business hours. While the office handles administrative inquiries and appeal filings, members of the public wishing to file a complaint against a specific police officer should typically contact the Law Enforcement Review Agency (LERA) or the specific police service’s professional standards branch, unless the matter falls specifically under the Commission’s governance mandate.