“A safe place where everyone has a voice.”
TPS Investigations
Investigation Support Program
The Gatehouse is a child-friendly location where investigating police constables and child welfare workers can interview children (17 years and under) and their caregivers during alleged child abuse investigations. It provides a safe and supportive environment for these sensitive interviews.
Availability
Additional Support
- Open 24/7 for investigations.
- For access outside regular business hours (Monday – Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., and Fridays 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.), keys and security codes can be picked up from Toronto Police Service Divisions: 22, 23, 14, 11, or 51.
For full details, see the “Booking Investigations” section below.
- Testimonies are recorded using state-of-the-art audio and visual equipment.
- Available for court preparation, case conferences, and follow-up interviews.
- Accessible to all, regardless of location.
- The Child Abuse Investigation Support Program Coordinator (CAISPC) provides support, assists with community referrals, and offers court preparation programs if charges are laid.
Booking Investigations
Investigations can be booked through the following options:
- Phone: Call The Gatehouse at 416-255-5900.
- Email: Contact Paula Cordeiro at pcordeiro@thegatehouse.org. Please include the following information in your message:
- Police Constable’s First and Last Name
- Contact Telephone Number
- Division Number
- Date Requested
- Time Requested
- Number of Children Attending
- Is Children’s Aid Attending?
- Is there a Non-Offending Caregiver Attending?