Two men from Barrie are among 63 individuals charged in a child exploitation investigation by the Ontario Provincial Police, Barrie Police and 24 other police services.
Police say Project Time was a coordinated provincial effort to identify and apprehend those who prey on children.
51 victims were identified during the investigation, which is ongoing.
Police say they targeted individuals making, possessing, and distributing child sexual abuse material
In total, 213 charges were laid, 814 electronic devices were seized, two of the accused were in a position of trust and authority in their communities, and eight of the accused were repeat offenders.
Members of the Provincial Internet Child Exploitation Strategy recognize that law enforcement cannot combat these crimes alone. They say parents, educators, child advocacy organizations, government, and technology providers are essential in keeping children safe.
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