How Crime Stoppers Works

Each week, the media appeals for information about unsolved crimes that are highlighted in television re-enactments, radio spots and newspaper articles.

Individuals who know anyone responsible for a crime or have information that will assist investigators, can call Crime Stoppers using the toll free number, 1-800-222-TIPS. Crime Stoppers takes information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You never have to identify yourself or testify in court. If the tip leads to an arrest, you may earn a cash reward of up to $2,000.

People providing information get a secret code number. Calls are not recorded and no one involved with Crime Stoppers knows the identity of the callers. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display.

Ontario Crime Stopper Programs Statistics

Crime Stoppers programs across the Province track basic statistics to measure progress and changes. These statistics reflect only a portion of the actual calls and information phoned in.  To access provincial statistics, go to the provincial