https://vpd.ca/about-the-vpd/history/vpd-shoulder-flash/
Jul 26, 2024 - The VPD shoulder flash is proudly worn by all uniformed staff. Forming the centrepiece is the shield belonging to the City of Vancouver. The azure and argent...
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https://vpd.ca/about-the-vpd/vpd-mounted-unit-horses/
Aug 21, 2025 - The VPD Mounted Unit has been patrolling Vancouver for over a century. When not keeping watch over the 1000 acres and 200 km of roads and trails in Stanley...
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https://vpd.ca/crime-prevention-safety/identity-theft/
Feb 18, 2025 - If someone uses your identifying information, such as your name, birth date, social insurance number, driver’s licence or credit card number, to commit fraud...
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https://vpd.ca/community/citizens-police-academy/
Jan 10, 2023 - For more than 10 years, the Community Police Academy has been bringing together leaders from Vancouver's diverse communities, with a goal of increasing...
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https://vpd.ca/community/diversity/
May 29, 2025 - Community Matters VPD’s community engagement promotes cultural awareness, safety, and helps build trust in police. These elements are essential to addressing...
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https://vpd.ca/crime-prevention-safety/womens-personal-safety-team/
Nov 14, 2025 - A group of dedicated VPD female officers have been increasing women's safety and giving back to the community, as part of the VPD Women's Personal...
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https://vpd.ca/community/community-policing-centres/downtown-cpc/
Nov 26, 2025 - The Downtown Community Policing Centre (CPC), formerly known as Granville CPC, promotes public safety and education to improve the quality of life in our city....
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https://vpd.ca/consent-matters/
Feb 18, 2025 - Sexual consent means that anyone involved in a sexual encounter has willingly agreed to participate. You have the right
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https://vpd.ca/crime-prevention-safety/distraction-theft/
Jun 11, 2025 - Distraction thefts continue to be a public safety issue in Vancouver. Thieves typically target elderly people in residential neighbourhoods. They tend to...
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https://vpd.ca/crime-prevention-safety/speed-watch/
May 30, 2024 - Speed Watch volunteers monitor speeds throughout the city, including schools and playground zones. They use portable radar equipment and electronic signboards...
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https://vpd.ca/join-us/recruiting/become-a-special-municipal-constable/
Dec 2, 2025 - The Vancouver Police Department employs Special Municipal Constables as Jail Guards, Traffic Authority, and Community Safety Officers. You will be trained to...
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https://vpd.ca/join-us/recruiting/retired-police-officer-program/
Dec 4, 2025 - The Vancouver Police Department is now hiring retired police officers on contract, on a temporary basis, to help fill vacancies while our long-term recruitment...
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https://vpd.ca/crime-prevention-safety/vancouver-shield/
Mar 20, 2023 - Vancouver SHIELD is a partnership between public and private sectors to strengthen Vancouver against terrorism, violent extremism and other threats. The...
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https://vpd.ca/stop-sex-trafficking/
Feb 18, 2025 - Sex trafficking is a form of human trafficking that involves recruiting, moving, or holding victims for sexual exploitation purposes. Sex traffickers can...
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https://vpd.ca/news/2025/05/22/vancouver-police-release-new-task-force-barrage-data/
May 22, 2025 - Vancouver – Vancouver Police released new data today, showing violence [...]
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https://vpd.ca/join-us/indigenous-cadet-program/
Oct 1, 2025 - Check back in the new year for the 2026 summer program. Are you Indigenous and considering a career in law enforcement? For over 17 years, the VPD Indigenous...
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https://vpd.ca/about-the-vpd/vpd-police-service-dogs/
Apr 25, 2025 - Since 1957, our police service dogs have been valuable members of our team in helping fight crime – the oldest municipal police dog unit in Canada. The dogs...
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https://vpd.ca/about-the-vpd/organizations-divisions/
May 16, 2025 - Patrol Districts Vancouver is divided into four geographical areas for our patrol officers. Each district receives service that is tailored to the needs and...
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https://vpd.ca/join-us/volunteer-opportunities/
Oct 13, 2023 - The Vancouver Police Department has many dedicated volunteers giving their time to make our community a safer place to work and live. It can be a great...
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