Ensuring Public Safety Through Enforcement, Education & Partnerships

Sault Ste. Marie’s first official Police Force wasn’t formed until 1871 when the town was incorporated as a municipality. However, there was a police presence in the community dating back to 1856. Francis Hughes and Andrew Hynes were two of the Force’s early leaders. Hughes would serve as Chief Constable from 1856-1868. Hynes would succeed him and lead the Force from 1868-1871.