How to apply to Ottawa Police Service

Last reviewed October 12, 2026. Requirements change without notice — the service's own page is the authority.

Who can apply

Eligibility requirements Ottawa Police Service publishes.

Citizenship: Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Age: At least 18 years
Education: Successfully completed a High School Diploma or equivalent
Driver's licence: Valid full G Ontario Driver's License or Provincial Equivalent
Character and conduct: Be of good moral character
Vision: Adhere to the minimum standard of vision requirementsFor detailed information about our process, PREP, and Vision and Hearing requirements please review the Sworn Hiring Process.
Hearing: Adhere to the minimum standard of hearing requirementsFor detailed information about our process, PREP, and Vision and Hearing requirements please review the Sworn Hiring Process.
Criminal record: Be able to pass a security clearance as well as a background investigation
Credit and financial record: Be able to pass a credit and reference check
First aid certification: Complete Standard First Aid prior to hire
CPR certification: Complete CPR-C prior to hire
Language: EnglishThe working language for the Ottawa Police Service is English; other languages are an asset.

The fitness test Ottawa Police Service uses, and its pass mark.

Physical Readiness Evaluation for Police (PREP)
Required
Valid PREP certification (physical readiness evaluation for police) required at application.

The pay range Ottawa Police Service publishes.

$83,994.40 – $123,521.17a year

From Constable, start of range to Constable, top of range, as of 2026.