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President of the Ontario Special Constable Association Proud wife, mom and Special Constable. Opinions=my own. *Not monitored 24/7. Contact 911 for Emergencies*
Jul 2, 2020 12 tweets 7 min read
Well, it’s that time again! Time to educate and advocate. Ever wonder what #Ontario #SpecialConstables are?
What they do?
Why they do it?
How they do it?
This is the thread for you!
#TOpoli #partnersinpublicsafety 1/12 #DYK #SpecialConstables are sworn Peace Officers, defined in s.2 of the Criminal Code of Canada. laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/c-46/… SPC appointments are approved by the local police services boards with only federal, provincial and municipal authorities needed to fulfil their function 2/12
Feb 8, 2020 11 tweets 6 min read
Part of @OSCA_est2008's mission is to educate- here goes. In response to yesterday's incredible misunderstanding of an arrest by Special Constables on a #TTC streetcar (disclaimer- These comments are my own and do not reflect @TTC_CEU or anyone else at @TTC): #Toronto #topoli Lots to unpack here. Stay with me:
1) SPCs and Fare Inspectors are NOT the same. SPCs are Peace Officers. Fare Inspectors are civilians.
2) The subject was not beat up/assaulted. He was arrested. Lawfully. By Peace Officers (SPCs). After responding to riders requesting help.