OUR CHIEF CONSTABLES

Noel Catney was appointed Chief of Peel Regional Police on April 24, 1997, assuming his position following 27 years of distinguished service. He began his career with the Mississauga Police in 1970 and became a member of Peel Regional Police upon amalgamation, on January 1, 1974.

Robert Lunney assumed duties as Chief of Police for the Peel Regional Police on April 2, 1990. Previous to this, he served from March 1987 to March 1990 as Commissioner of Protection, Parks and Culture, with the City of Winnipeg.

William Teggart began his police career in 1956 as a Constable with the Toronto Township Police. In 1960 he was transferred to the Detective Bureau and was promoted through the ranks. In 1974 he became Deputy Chief and in 1988 was appointed Chief of Peel Regional Police. Chief Teggart retired in 1990.

Douglas K. Burrows was the first Chief of the Peel Regional Police from 1974 to 1988. Chief Burrows had an extensive police career, which spanned approximately 35 years. The first four years were with the Ontario Provincial Police.

September 9, 1948 - At a special ceremony, retiring Chief of Police Andrew Herkes was presented with a purse containing almost $1,000. The evening was recognized by Brampton citizens as “Chief Herkes Appreciation Night” which marked the retirement of the veteran Chief after 34 years of continuous service to the town.