Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibility

Canadian Pilot Project Enhances Safety of People in Police Custody

Thunder Bay Police Service announces the deployment of the CustodyProtect™ system, solidifying its commitment to detainee safety.

Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada (May 3, 2024) - The Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) today announced the launch of a pilot program deploying an innovative, first-generation technology-driven solution designed to enhance the safety and dignity of people in custody. The CustodyProtectTM pilot project is implemented in collaboration with 4Sight Labs and is believed to be the first of its kind implemented in Canada.

Media Contact:

Matt Vis

Media Relations Coordinator

Thunder Bay Police Service

Matthew.vis@thunderbaypolice.ca

About Thunder Bay Police Service

As one of the largest police services in Northwestern Ontario, the Thunder Bay Police Service is responsible for policing a geographic area of 328 square kilometers, with a population of over 100,000 residents.

Resources

Explore our case studies, public announcements, technology, and field-proven correctional deployments.

Silhouetted person walking down a dark hallway toward a bright exit.
Observation Rounds vs Continuous Monitoring
Observation Rounds vs Continuous Monitoring in Custodial Settings
Officer walking a housing tier during an observation round, checking in on detainees
Observation Rounds and Continuous Oversight for High-Risk Detainees
Detention facilities rely on observation rounds for high-risk supervision. Explore how agencies balance interval checks with continuous monitoring approaches in custody.
Officer making notes on a housing unit observation log during a round
Alcohol Withdrawal Jail Monitoring
Alcohol withdrawal in jail often deteriorates slowly and outside observation windows. Learn how facilities build operational models around delayed-onset risk.