ABOUT THE OWEN SOUND POLICE SERVICE COMMUNITY SURVEY
Introduction: The Owen Sound Police Service Board, in collaboration with the Owen Sound Police Service (OSPS), wants to hear from you about your perceptions of crime, neighbourhood concerns, and satisfaction with police services and public safety in the City of Owen Sound. Your participation will assist in determining future direction and policing priorities for the Owen Sound Police Service.
Instructions: There are three main parts to the survey: (A) Your Satisfaction with OSPS; (B) Your Perceptions of Safety; and (C) Policing Priorities.
A few questions "About You" are asked at the beginning. This information will help determine if findings are reflective of the population profile of the City of Owen Sound and to identify any systemic inequities. There is opportunity at the end for additional comments, suggestions, or "Parting Thoughts".
All responses are collected anonymously. You are not asked to identify yourself. All information collected will remain confidential and will be used solely for research purposes.
The survey will take about 10 minutes to complete. It is voluntary. You must be 18 years of age or older to complete this survey or have the consent of a parent or guardian.
Please answer each question that applies to you. You will be asked to check a box or to enter your answer in the space provided.
This survey will be open until November 13, 2026, and can be completed online or on paper:
Online: Scan the QR code or click the link www.surveymonkey.com/r/OSPS2026. When completing the survey online, you cannot save your responses and return later to finish.
Instructions: There are three main parts to the survey: (A) Your Satisfaction with OSPS; (B) Your Perceptions of Safety; and (C) Policing Priorities.
A few questions "About You" are asked at the beginning. This information will help determine if findings are reflective of the population profile of the City of Owen Sound and to identify any systemic inequities. There is opportunity at the end for additional comments, suggestions, or "Parting Thoughts".
All responses are collected anonymously. You are not asked to identify yourself. All information collected will remain confidential and will be used solely for research purposes.
The survey will take about 10 minutes to complete. It is voluntary. You must be 18 years of age or older to complete this survey or have the consent of a parent or guardian.
Please answer each question that applies to you. You will be asked to check a box or to enter your answer in the space provided.
This survey will be open until November 13, 2026, and can be completed online or on paper:
Online: Scan the QR code or click the link www.surveymonkey.com/r/OSPS2026. When completing the survey online, you cannot save your responses and return later to finish.
Paper: A printable PDF version of the survey is available at www.owensoundpolice.com. Paper copies of the survey can be picked up and dropped off at the following locations in the City of Owen Sound:
- Owen Sound Police Service, 922 2nd Ave W
- Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library, 824 1st Ave W
- YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce, 700 10th St E
- Royal Canadian Legion Memorial Branch 6, 1450 2nd Ave W