Peel Police Service Board Launches Community Consultations on Artificial Intelligence in Policing

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

BRAMPTON – The Peel Police Service Board, through its Governance & Human Rights (GHR) Committee, is inviting residents and stakeholders to take part in a three-part series of public consultations on the use and governance of artificial intelligence (AI) in policing.

These sessions will provide an opportunity to learn about how AI is being used, discuss its potential benefits and risks, and share community perspectives to help shape policy, oversight, and safeguards for responsible use.

Consultation Schedule and Topics:

• September 23, 2025 – Human rights in the age of artificial intelligence
• October 14, 2025 – Predictive policing and community perspectives on machine learning
• November 4, 2025 – Privacy, data protection, and policy in the use of AI

All sessions run from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Region of Peel Council Chambers and will feature expert panelists, including Deputy Chief Anthony Odoardi (Peel Regional Police), Dr. Akwasi Owusu-Bempah (University of Toronto), Dr. Kanika Samuels-Wortley (Criminologist), Daniel Konikoff (Privacy and Policy Specialist), and public policy specialist Claudia McKoy.

“AI is changing the way institutions operate, and policing is no exception,” said Len Carby, Chair of the Police Service Board’s GHR Committee. “Our responsibility is to ensure these technologies are used fairly, transparently, and with the community’s voice at the center of decision-making. These consultations will help us establish the guardrails needed to build trust and uphold human rights.”

Community members can attend in person or watch via livestream. Those wishing to present a deputation can register in advance to speak in person, virtually, or submit written comments.

To register or learn more, visit here or contact info@peelpoliceboard.ca

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