‘Most Shocking’: Arrests of Officers on Corruption Rock Toronto Police as Threat of Criminal Underworld Grows

(L-R) Toronto Police Service Chief Myron Demkiw is joined by York Regional Police Chief Jim MacSween and YRP Deputy Chief Ryan Hogan at a press conference to announce the results of "Project South," a lengthy investigation into organized crime and corruption, at York Regional Police headquarters in Aurora, Ont., on Feb. 5, 2026. The Canadian Press/Jon Blacker

The announcement of organized crime charges against several Toronto police officers on Feb. 5 marks one of the largest internal corruption cases in Canadian policing history.

The case stands out for the number of officers allegedly involved and the scope of the alleged criminal activity, including the leaking of information used to facilitate shootings, extortions, and drug trafficking. How does the case compare to previous scandals?