Port Colborne residents have a chance to weigh in on what community safety should look like, as the Niagara Regional Police Service asks people across the region to fill out a new Community Safety Survey.
The survey opened on June 27, 2026, and will be available in English and French until August 7. It asks for opinions on neighbourhood safety, trust in policing, emerging issues, and where the service can improve prevention and engagement.
Chief Bill Fordy said the survey is a direct way for people to shape how police work in their area. “Community safety is strongest when it’s shaped by the people who live here,” Fordy said. “This survey is an opportunity for community members to tell us what’s working and where they have concerns or see opportunities for improvement.”
The feedback will help inform the implementation of the service’s 2026-2029 Strategic Plan, which sets priorities like community trust, safe and inclusive neighbourhoods, and modernized operations. Police Service Board Chair Nyarayi Kapisavanhu encouraged everyone to take part. “We encourage all residents to participate so that together, we can shape the future of community safety in Niagara,” she said.
To reach more people, officers will attend summer events, including the Canal Days Marine Heritage Festival in Port Colborne from July 31 to August 3, where residents can fill out the survey and talk about their concerns in person. Port Colborne and Wainfleet are served by the 6 District station, and local input will help ensure that neighbourhood priorities are reflected in the wider regional plan.
The Community Safety Survey is open to all Niagara residents. Results will be shared with the public within six months after the survey closes.
