Trespass Prevention Program
Vancouver Police receive many calls from business owners and residents about trespassers impacting the safe and lawful use and enjoyment of their property. This can include encampments, substance use, or blocking access for residents, customers, and employees.
Multi-residential and commercial property owners who sign up for the Trespass Prevention Program give police officers the authority to come on to their property and engage with trespassers. It eliminates the need for property owners to contact police and request they attend to enforce any BC Trespass Act infractions.
Vancouver SHIELD
Vancouver SHIELD is a partnership between public and private sectors to strengthen Vancouver against terrorism, violent extremism and other threats. The program increases public safety by giving security-minded organizations and groups information and support to help them in their crime prevention efforts, with a focus primarily on property crime and how to recognize and report suspicious activity.
The goal is to increase the public and private sectors’ safety awareness, strengthen security partnerships, and enhance resources and information sharing.