Interim Chief Steve Bell has lived in Ottawa for the past 30 years. He is a 21-year veteran of the Ottawa Police Service (OPS) where he is currently responsible for the Criminal Investigations, Support Services and Planning, Performance & Analytics Directorates.
 

During his time with the Ottawa Police Service he has gained experience in various positions including: Neighbourhood Officer, Drug Unit, Guns and Gangs Unit, Youth Section, Professional Standards, Courts and Temporary Custody, and his most recent role as Superintendent, Resourcing and Development Directorate.

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Deputy Chief Bell is also actively involved in the community: he currently serves as President on the Board of Directors for Rideauwood Addiction and Family Services and is involved in the Kanata Minor Hockey Association.Deputy Chief Bell's background gives him a solid understanding of both the community's diverse needs as well as the needs of Police Service members. He is a demonstrated, innovative and strategic thinker who is successful at managing complex organizational change. He has played a key role on several significant projects including the Gender Audit, Service Initiative, and Wellness Strategy.

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Deputy Chief Bell has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Political Science from Carleton University. He is married and has two sons.