Ontario Investing in Mobile Crisis Response Teams to Better Protect Communities
August 22, 2025
Funding will help police in East Algoma support people experiencing a mental health crisis
East Algoma— As part of its plan to protect Ontario and keep communities safe, the Ontario government is enhancing public safety by investing $213,330.00 over two years to support the mobile crisis response team led by the East Algoma OPP detachment. The funding will enable police to work with trained crisis workers to provide the specialized support often needed when interacting with people who are experiencing a mental health-related crisis.
“Through our collaborative plan to protect Ontario, and with the support of the Ontario Government, East Algoma OPP, and the Huron Shores Family Health Team, this funding will not only provide vital compassionate, coordinated support to vulnerable individuals but also enhance public safety in our community.” MPP Bill Rosenberg.
“Our government is taking decisive action to protect Ontario by ensuring police have the tools, resources, and partnerships they need to keep our communities safe,” said Solicitor General Michael Kerzner. “Through this grant, we are equipping police services with the means to strengthen Mobile Crisis Response Teams—made up of police and crisis workers—who are uniquely positioned to respond to people experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, de-escalating situations that could threaten public safety while connecting vulnerable individuals with the support they need.”
“The implementation of a Mobile Crisis Response Team on the north shore is the result of a strong partnership between the OPP and the Huron Shores Family Health Team, and the Town of Blind River, allowing for a collaborative response that provides timely, professional care to individuals in mental health crisis. Continued provincial funding will ensure this model supports vulnerable community members while improving public safety and easing pressures on emergency and policing services.” Acting Inspector Mike Salminen, Interim Commander, East Algoma OPP
For 2025-26 and 2026-27, 36 police services and OPP detachments will receive approximately $9 million through the Mobile Crisis Response Team Enhancement Grant to increase the capacity of mobile crisis response teams across the province.
Media Contacts:
Robin Horwath, Executive Assistant to MPP Rosenberg
Bill.Rosenberg@pc.ola.org