Program: Halton Regional Police Service - Vulnerable Person Registry
Organization: Halton Regional Police Service - Oakville - Headquarters
Phone Numbers: Non-emergency 905-825-4777
TTY: 1-800-990-8199
Fax: 905-465-8701
Email: info@haltonpolice.ca
Website: www.haltonpolice.ca/services/vulnerable-person-registry/
Accessibility:
Wheelchair Accessible
Hours:

Administration Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm

Public Contacts: Victim Service Unit Coordinator
905-825-4747 ext 5239 * VictimServices@haltonpolice.ca
Service Description: 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



Fees: None
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

Eligibility / Target Population:
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)
Languages: English ; Interpretive Services
Area Served: Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton, North West Mississauga, Oakville, South West Mississauga, Wellington
See Also: Police Services
Wandering
Last Updated: 3/11/2026
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=163229

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