Questions and Answers
Who appoints the Commission Chair and any Commission Vice Chairs?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the Ontario Police Arbitration and Adjudication Commission?
How many members must be appointed by the Minister on the recommendation of a police association for the arbitration committee?
What is one of the responsibilities of the arbitration committee concerning arbitrators?
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Which group provides recommendations for at least one member of the arbitration committee when a First Nation board is constituted?
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Who is responsible for fixing fees of arbitrators appointed by the Commission Chair?
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How many members does the adjudication committee consist of that are appointed on the recommendation of a chief of police?
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Which of the following roles is a member of the arbitration committee NOT appointed by?
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What is a requirement for an individual to be selected to the roster of adjudicators within the first 18 months of clause 147 (5) (b) coming into force?
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Which of the following is NOT a criterion for remaining a member of the adjudicators' roster after 18 months?
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What role does the Chair play concerning the roster of adjudicators?
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What must individuals selected as members of the roster of adjudicators complete within the first 18 months?
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Which of the following does NOT disqualify an individual from being appointed as an adjudicator?
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What is the maximum duration an individual can remain on the adjudicators' roster without completing the required training after clause 147 (5) (b) comes into force?
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Under what condition can the Chair not appoint an individual as an adjudicator?
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What happens to individuals who no longer meet the eligibility requirements for the roster?
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What must the committee do if the Minister has not fixed the amount of fees for adjudicators?
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For an individual to remain on the roster after 18 months, what must they NOT have done?
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What aspect of an adjudicator's profile is considered important for committee membership selection?
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Which two groups recommend members to be appointed by the Minister under section 32?
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What is a role of the committee concerning adjudicators and conflict of interest?
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Who has the authority to approve training for potential adjudicators?
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Study Notes
Ontario Police Arbitration and Adjudication Commission
- Composed of the Commission Chair, Vice Chairs, and committee members as per the Community Safety and Policing Act.
- Chair and Vice Chairs appointed by the Lieutenant Governor in Council; other members appointed by the Minister.
Arbitration Committee Structure
- Includes:
- Three members recommended by police associations.
- Three members recommended by police service boards.
- If applicable, one member from a First Nation board recommended by a First Nation police association, and one from the police service maintained by that board.
- The Commission Chair acts as the chair of this committee.
- Responsibilities:
- Maintain a register of arbitrators for appointments.
- Set fees for arbitrators and conciliation officers.
Adjudication Committee Structure
- Includes:
- Three members recommended by police associations.
- Three members recommended by chiefs of police or their representative organizations.
- Similar provisions for First Nation boards as in the arbitration committee.
- The Commission Chair also chairs this committee.
Selection Criteria for Adjudicators
- Factors for selection include legal education, understanding of Ontario policing, and adjudication experience.
- Early selection criteria (first 18 months post-implementation):
- Must be a member of the Law Society of Ontario or a former judge, or have relevant procedural experience.
- Continued participation requires completion of Minister-approved training within specified timeframes.
Post Initial Selection Criteria
- After 18 months, ongoing eligibility requires:
- Completion of recent training approved by the Minister.
- Non-affiliation with any police service.
- Maintenance of Law Society membership if qualifying under certain conditions.
Conflict of Interest Policy
- The Commission Chair must develop a policy to avoid conflicts of interest for adjudicators.
- Careful consideration is required when appointing adjudicators to ensure impartiality, prohibiting appointments involving members of police services directly.
Financial Provisions
- The committee establishes fees for adjudicators if not set by ministerial regulation.
- If a ministerial regulation sets fees as a range, the committee is responsible for defining specific amounts within that range.
Additional Provisions
- Individuals may continue to complete hearings they were already appointed to, even if they become ineligible thereafter.
- Rapid removal of those who no longer meet roster requirements is mandated.
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Test your knowledge on the Community Safety and Policing Act of 2019, focusing on the Ontario Regulation 403/23 and the composition of the Ontario Police Arbitration and Adjudication Commission. This quiz covers key elements, roles, and responsibilities under the Act during the specified consolidation period.
