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SiRT

Ensuring public confidence
in police oversight and accountability in Nova Scotia & New Brunswick.

About Us
Investigations

SiRT

Operating independently from police and government.

About Us
Investigations

SiRT

Committed to accountability and transparency in our investigations.

About Us
Investigations

Civilian led oversight

The Serious Incident Response Team, most commonly referred to as SiRT, is a civilian led police oversight agency that is responsible for conducting investigations into incidents that involve death, serious injury, sexual assault, intimate partner violence or any matter of public interest that may have resulted from the actions of a police officer, on or off duty, in Nova Scotia or New Brunswick.

Trust.
Confidence.
Integrity.
Independence.

Conducting investigations to the
highest standards.

SiRT is independent of government and police. To ensure transparency and independence the team is led by a civilian Director.

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News & Updates

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What We Do

Investigation Process

Police agencies are required to report incidents to the Serious Incident Response Team as soon as they become aware. Incidents can also be reported by the public. It is up to the SiRT Director to determine if an incident meets the criteria for a SiRT investigation.

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Investigation Reports

We produce a Director’s Summary Report at the conclusion of every investigation. These reports are published on our website and are available to media and the general public.

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Links and Resources

Help is available for people experiencing a crisis and for those who are looking for guidance on how to navigate victim services through external agencies.

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Report An Incident

Members of the public can make referrals for Nova Scotia and New Brunswick by contacting SiRT directly by calling 1-855-450-2010 (toll free) or emailing Sirt@novascotia.ca

Report An Incident