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While there may be variations to the programs, many communities in Ontario and throughout Canada have CCTV camera programs in place. Below is a list of some of the communities throughout Ontario who have successfully implemented CCTV technology for crime prevention and community safety:

Each of the locations were chosen using a data-driven approach where trends in crime have indicated that CCTV cameras will support with both crime prevention efforts and active police investigations.

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Beginning in April 2024, York Regional Police is launching the Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) Community Camera program. This program is intended to support crime prevention, improve investigative capabilities and enhance community safety, helping to ensure York Region remains among the safest communities in Canada.

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Cameras shall be located to only monitor areas to which the public have access. The views of the cameras are restricted to prohibit the viewing of private dwelling spaces. Operators will be made aware of the purpose(s) for which the cameras have been established and are prohibited from using the cameras for any other purpose. If cameras are adjustable by the operators, these adjustments are restricted so that operators cannot adjust or manipulate them to overlook spaces to which the public does not have access (e.g., private residences).

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CCTV monitoring will be conducted in a professional, ethical and legal manner in accordance with the Ontario Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the Human Rights Code and in compliance with the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario guidelines.

York Regional Police will use CCTV footage to investigate and solve crimes if criminal activity is reported in the area. The cameras will only monitor publicly accessible areas. Camera views are restricted from recording private dwelling spaces.

Using a data-driven approach, York Regional Police has identified 10 locations across the region which were chosen to enhance public safety and assist in police investigations.

Residents can expect to see signs notifying them that they are entering an area that may be monitored by CCTV community cameras.