42100

Police officers (except commissioned)

TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory

Express Entry skill level: Yes
Regulated in Québec: Yes
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Education, law, social & government services

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Definition

Police officers maintain order and enforce laws and regulations. They respond to emergency calls, patrol public areas, regulate traffic, control crowds, arrest offenders and build community relationships. They are employed by municipal and federal governments and some provincial and regional governments.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Respond to emergency calls and complaints, execute search warrants and arrest criminal suspects
Patrol assigned areas on foot, horseback, bicycle and motorized vehicles to maintain public safety and order and to enforce laws and regulations
Prepare reports to record incidents and patrol activities and to provide testimony in courts of law
Provide emergency assistance to victims of accidents, crimes and natural disasters
Monitor traffic to ensure motorists observe traffic regulations and test persons suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs
Control crowds at public events and protests and monitor suspicious and violent behaviour
Participate in crime prevention, public information, safety and community relations programs
Perform daily administrative tasks in support of law enforcement activities, such as maintaining equipment and information files
May assist police investigators in criminal investigations.

Example job titles

•community relations officer - police
•constable
•crime prevention constable
•harbour police officer
•highway patrol officer
•police cadet
•police officer
•police sergeant

Overview

Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, "Police officers (except commissioned)" are classified under NOC code 42100. This occupation belongs to TEER 2, which typically requires a college diploma, completion of a police training program, or several years of related experience. Officers in this category are employed by municipal, provincial, and federal governments to protect the public, prevent crime, and maintain law and order. This unit group includes ranks from police constables to detective sergeants, excluding commissioned officers.

To immigrate to Canada under this NOC, candidates can leverage pathways like the Federal Skilled Worker Program within Express Entry or provincial streams. However, applicants must be aware that Canadian police forces generally require candidates to hold Canadian citizenship or permanent residency status to be hired. Key duties under ESDC include patrolling areas, responding to emergencies, investigating crimes, and coordinating community outreach.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please refer to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and official ESDC guidelines for current requirements.

Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.