The Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) is launching a six-month body-worn camera pilot project starting June 10th, 2026. This project is an important step forward in the continued modernization of the WPS.
Through this pilot, the Service will evaluate how Axon Body 4 cameras function in our policing environment and assess their potential to support transparency, accountability, public/officer safety, and investigative/court outcomes, while meeting the needs of our community.
Body-worn cameras provide an independent account of interactions between police and community, which is intended to enhance public trust and confidence.
Forty frontline officers will be equipped with body-worn cameras. These officers will use the cameras during their regular duties, including responding to calls for service, self‑initiated interactions, and enforcement or investigative activities.
Community engagement is an important component to this pilot project. The WPS will seek input from community members and partner organizations to better understand perspectives, questions, and concerns, to ensure the pilot project is informed by meaningful input as it progresses.
To gather community perspectives, we will host public forums and offer a survey.
Our continued investment in technology reflects our commitment to delivering effective and efficient service, while enhancing our ability to serve the community.
For more information on the pilot project, to stay informed about upcoming community forums, and to take a short survey, click here.
