VPD News

  • 20 August 2026|News Releases|

    Charges approved after homeowner confronts a break-and-enter suspect in Vancouver

  • 19 August 2026|News Releases|

    Arrest after second-degree murder charge laid in Granville Street homicide

  • 14 August 2026|News Releases|

    Conviction secured in violent knife attack on Downtown Eastside officer

  • 14 August 2026|News Releases|

    VPD warns about phone scammers posing as senior police officers

File a Police Report in Vancouver

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Report an Emergency

Call 911 for police, fire, or medical emergencies that require an immediate response, including situations where lives are in danger or a crime is in progress.

Report Non-Emergencies

If you are reporting a non-emergency, such as the examples below, see your options to report crime.

  • a serious crime with a lengthy time delay, such as an assault the previous night
  • lost or stolen property under $25,000
  • lost or stolen property with no suspect

  • car break-in
  • vandalism to property or vehicle where repairs expected be under $25,000
  • noisy party

You can also find alternate resources in case your issue is not a police matter.

Chief’s Message

Welcome to the Vancouver Police Department website. It is an honour to serve as the VPD Chief Constable for a city as dynamic and diverse as Vancouver.

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Police Information Checks

Residents can make an appointment for a police information check at our 2120 Cambie Street location.

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Reporting a Missing Person

In Vancouver, over 5,000 people go missing every year. In over 99% of cases, the people are located and are safe. Learn more about reporting someone missing and how you can help solve a case.

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Compliments & Complaints

If you have a compliment or complaint about a VPD officer, please see your options for contacting us.

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We’re Hiring

Join the VPD

The Vancouver Police Department is a diverse, forward-thinking, and award-winning organization. Policing in a multicultural, international port city offers unique and meaningful opportunities, supported by an environment that encourages both personal growth and professional excellence.

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“I’m proud to work for the VPD because it’s one of the greatest cities to live in. And the VPD just offers so many different opportunities. Every day you go out into the field and you have a chance to help people.”

Upcoming Recruiting Information Sessions

Sunday, September 13 | 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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Wednesday, September 23 | 6:00 to 8:00 PM
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Want to learn about the VPD application process and achieving the best POPAT or COPAT times? Run alongside recruiters in a casual setting, achieve your fitness goals, and get your questions answered.

Waiver form is mandatory for attendance.

Tuesday, September 1 – (starting at 3585 Graveley Street)
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Tuesday, September 15 – (starting at 570 Carrall Street, Chinese Cultural Centre)
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Have you already attended a VPD information session but have specific questions you’d like to ask our recruiters? Register for a 20-minute one-on-one virtual session with a recruiter.

Sunday, August 30
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Are you a retired or experienced police officer interested in continuing your career?

Our VPD recruiting team will be in Winnipeg on September 23 and in Edmonton on September 27 for private, one-on-one meetings to discuss opportunities with the Vancouver Police Department.

Meet with our recruiters at a location convenient for you and get personalized information about your next chapter in policing.

Reserve your spot now: 

Register Here – Winnipeg, September 23

Register Here – Edmonton, September 27

Help make our city safer.

Help make our city safer.

Community outreach and education are core pillars of the Vancouver Police Department’s efforts to keep our city safe. Learn about our initiatives and how you can help make a difference in your community.

Crime Mapping

Wondering about crime in your neighbourhood? Find out what kind is happening and how often.

Crime Prevention

Learn how you can help protect yourself, your property, and your loved ones.

Youth Outreach

VPD youth outreach programs provide an alternative to involvement in crime, gangs, and drugs.