Taverner’s controversial appointment had set off accusations of political interference in the hiring process for Ontario’s top policing job
TORONTO — Ron Taverner says he is withdrawing from consideration to be the next commissioner of the Ontario Provincial Police, citing the need to protect the integrity of front-line officers.
“This decision is not an easy one for me to make,” Taverner said. “I believe the OPP requires new leadership and a change in culture at its most senior levels. The thousands of men and women who make up the front lines of the OPP deserve leadership that will put their concerns and well-being at the forefront of decision-making.”
Blair, who was also a candidate for the top job, has asked the courts to force the provincial ombudsman to investigate the hiring. “It is very unfortunate that the opposition has chosen to politicize this process rather than focusing on how we can support our front-line officers,” he said. Green party Leader Mike Schreiner said the circumstances surrounding Taverner’s appointment meant there was no way public trust could be maintained if he assumed the role. An independent appointment process to select a new commissioner must now move forward, he said.
In December, Taverner rescinded his resignation from Toronto police and returned to his old job as unit commander of three divisions in the city’s northwest end.
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