Halton Regional Police Service

Service: Vulnerable Person Registry

Record #: OAK0076
Last Full Update: 11 Mar 2026

Contact Information

Office Phone

Non-emergency 905-825-4777

TTY Phone 1-800-990-8199
Fax 905-465-8701
E-Mail info@haltonpolice.ca
Website https://www.haltonpolice.ca/services/vulnerable-person-registry/
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Primary Contact Victim Service Unit Coordinator; Phone: 905-825-4747 ext 5239; Email: VictimServices@haltonpolice.ca

Description and Service Details

Description (Service)

Program allows family members or caregivers to provide police with important information about a vulnerable person to assist officers during an emergency

  • stores details such as physical description, habits, behaviours, communication challenges, and specific needs
  • supports police in safely locating or interacting with a vulnerable person during incidents such as wandering or crisis situations
  • defines a vulnerable person as someone with a medical, mental health or physical condition that may pose a danger to themselves or others, including those with alzheimer’s disease, autism spectrum disorder, acquired brain injury, or similar conditions
  • sends an annual renewal reminder one month before expiry and requires families to update the registry information each year
  • provides additional resources, including safety fact sheets and missing‑person checklists for individuals with autism
Hours

Administration Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm

Areas Served Halton Region ; Individuals attending school, daycare, other activities or regularly visiting the Region of Halton may be registered
Eligibility
Vulnerable persons whose medical, cognitive, mental health or physical condition may cause behaviours such as wandering, communication difficulties, or risky attractions (e.g., water, construction sites)
Application
  • parent(s), guardians, administrators and substitute decision makers are encouraged to submit a registration using the online application available
  • anyone who does not have access to the internet is encouraged to visit any of the district police stations for assistance in registering
Languages English ; Interpretive Services
Fees None

Site Information

Located In Community Halton Region
Physical Access Fully Accessible

Categories and Classification

Service Categories Functional Needs Registries

Agency Overview

Locations for this Service


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