Emergency numbers, tourist police, hospitals, scams and safety tips for Toronto, Canada. Every Safety Centre page is pre-cached in the free CityNav app, so these numbers load instantly — even with no signal or roaming data.
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Hospital emergency departments treat everyone, but Canada's public healthcare does not cover foreign visitors, so tourists are billed and costs can be high — travel insurance is essential. Dial 911 for an ambulance (also billed). Walk-in clinics and pharmacies handle minor issues; Telehealth Ontario offers advice.
Embassies are in Ottawa; Toronto hosts many consulates, mostly downtown around Bloor Street and the Financial District. Search your own country's directory for the nearest consulate.
Find your embassy in Canada →Dial 911 for police, ambulance and fire. For non-emergency police matters call 416-808-2222.
Toronto is generally very safe at night; apply normal city caution, keep valuables secure and prefer busy, well-lit routes and transit or rideshare.
Call 911 if in danger; otherwise report to Toronto Police (online or by phone) to get a report number for insurance, and cancel stolen cards immediately.
Yes. Toronto is English-speaking (with French services available too), and police can arrange interpreters for many other languages.
Last verified: 2026-08-14
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