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Organization:
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Halton Regional Police Service - Buy and Sell Exchange Zone
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Phone Numbers:
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Non-emergency 905-825-4777
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TTY:
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1-800-990-8199
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Crisis:
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Mon-Sun 24 hours 9-1-1
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Fax:
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905-825-9416
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Location:
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Visitor Parking Lots
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Service Description:
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Provide a safe, police-monitored location for community members to complete in-person transactions arranged online.
- offers clearly signed exchange areas located in the visitor parking lots of designated HRPS divisions
- helps reduce risks of robbery, fraud, or theft during online marketplace meetups
- encourages use of the exchange zones when meeting unfamiliar individuals for online transactions
- provides safety tips such as meeting during daytime hours, using the buddy system, inspecting goods before payment, limiting personal information, and avoiding mail-based transactions
Locations
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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No application required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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No restrictions
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Languages:
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English ; French ; Interpretive Services
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Area Served:
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Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton, North West Mississauga, Oakville, South West Mississauga, Wellington
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Last Updated:
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3/11/2026
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=202344
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