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Mental Health Act apprehensions by neighbourhood and year
Explore health trends across Toronto neighborhoods. Current data focuses on mental health apprehensions by Toronto Police Service.
137,607
6,269
-50.6% from previous year
5,504
18
Mental health apprehensions in 2026 have decreased by 50.6% compared to the previous year.
About this data:
Mental Health Act apprehensions occur when police officers take individuals who may be a danger to themselves or others to a hospital for psychiatric assessment.
Mental health apprehensions have shown a variable trend over the years, reflecting changing mental health challenges in Toronto.
Certain divisions consistently report higher numbers of mental health apprehensions, which may reflect population density, social factors, or resource availability in those areas.
These statistics highlight the intersection between law enforcement and mental health care. They can inform resource allocation for mental health services across the city.
