The growth has been dramatic with Crime Stoppers programs implemented in more than 1,100 communities worldwide. In November 1982, Calgary became the first Canadian city to start the program, followed by Edmonton in 1983. Hamilton was the first city in Ontario to implement the program and there are currently over 90 programs across Canada with over 39 programs in Ontario. Today, Toronto Crime Stoppers is still one of the largest programs in the world and has assisted its partners to start Crime Stoppers programs in their own communities. You never have to identify yourself or testify in court.
People providing information get a secret code number.
Calls are not recorded and no one involved with Crime Stoppers knows the identity of the callers. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display. A group of concerned citizens volunteers to serve on the Board of Directors to oversee the Toronto Crime Stoppers program. Board members meet regularly to manage and promote the program, raise funds and authorize reward payments. Results speak for themselves.