West Vancouver Police
755 16th Street V7V0B8

The 15th annual West Vancouver Emergency Services Gift Drive is about to kick off. We have once again teamed up with West Vancouver Fire & Rescue and are accepting new unwrapped toys and non-perishable food items in support of the Family Services of the North Shore Christmas Bureau. Donations are being accepted between November 16 and December 16 at the following locations:... West Vancouver Police Department 755 16th St, West Vancouver West Vancouver Fire & Rescue 760 16th St, West Vancouver West Vancouver Blue Bus 221 Lloyd Ave, North Vancouver Covid has taken a financial toll on so many, and will likely mean some children will go without this year. Please consider donating a gift for a pre-teen or teen. And we ask that you avoid donating stuffed toys. Thank you for your support!

Looking for a Police Information Check (PIC)? Can’t be bothered to wait in line? We’ve got great news! We now offer an online service for PIC applications. Visit our website for more information.

We are deeply saddened by this news. All of us at the West Vancouver Police send our condolences to the family and friends of the officer, as well as everyone at AbbyPD.

Every year on #RemembranceDay we show our gratitude for those who fought, those who fell, and to all who serve today.

Yesterday we assisted North Shore Rescue as they managed three emergency rescues in the Cypress Mountain area. We are so grateful to work with such selfless SAR volunteers, who are willing to risk their own lives in order to help others. Please do them a favour. Be prepared.

So much has been given to me; I have no time to ponder over that which has been denied - Helen Keller Happy Thanksgiving, from our family to yours ... #WVPDPride #Gratitude

Are you interested in joining our team? We are currently looking to fill a civilian position as our Exhibits and Supplies Clerk. The Exhibits and Supplies Clerk is responsible for proper receipt, storage, and inventory control of property and evidence items while in the custody and control of the Police Department, and to ensure their availability for court purposes. Additionally, this person maintains a variety of supplies, materials, uniforms and related equipment and tra...cking systems. To apply, please submit your resume to [email protected] Closing date: October 18, 2020 More information here: westvanpolice.ca

Happy Halloween Here are a few tips that will help keep you and your loved ones safe this weekend.

Deputy Chief retires after career that spans over 3-decades Deputy Chief Constable Shane Barber has decided to hang up his belt, after serving the citizens of West Vancouver for over 32 years. There wasn’t a day that went by that I didn’t feel grateful for my job, said Deputy Barber when asked about the highlights of his career. I genuinely enjoyed making a positive difference in people’s lives.... Deputy Barber began his career with the West Vancouver Police in 1987 as a Patrol Constable. In the years since, he served in virtually every area of the WVPD, including Patrol, Traffic, Planning and Research, Training and Recruiting, and Criminal Investigations. He was promoted to Corporal in 1998, Sergeant in 2002, Staff Sergeant in 2008 and to the rank of Inspector in 2013 when he was assigned as the Officer In Charge of the Operations Division. Just prior to his departure, Deputy Barber was primarily responsible for leading the department's operations branch and the implementation of the WVPD Strategic Plan in areas that address operations performance or improvement. Deputy Barber is the recipient of two Chief Constable's Commendations, the Police Exemplary Long Service Medal from the Governor-General of Canada, and the Lieutenant-Governor's Award for Valour. Deputy Barber’s last day was September 29, and a new Deputy Chief Constable has been selected to fill his position. Inspector John Lo will step up as the new Deputy Chief Constable of the West Vancouver Police, beginning on October 1. We wish Deputy Barber all the best in his retirement and thank him for his many years of dedicated service.

#DYK? VictimLinkBC is a 24-hour 7 day/week toll-free, confidential, multilingual service (B.C./Yukon) that provides information and referrals to all victims of crime and immediate crisis support to victims of family and sexual violence. They now offer a text messaging option. Call or text 1-800-563-0808. You can also email: [email protected]

Today is Police and Peace Officers National Memorial Day. A day to pay our respects to those who lost their lives while serving their communities. To watch a livestream of today’s closed ceremony in Victoria, visit the British Columbia Law Enforcement Memorial Facebook page or bclem.ca ... Gone but not forgotten.

Sunday, September 27, 2020 is National Police and Peace Officers Memorial Day. Every year, people gather in Victoria, BC to pay tribute to those who have made the ultimate and tragic sacrifice, keeping their communities safe. This year, due to Covid-19, the event in Victoria is closed to the public. Please visit the BC Law Enforcement Memorial Facebook page on Sunday at 1:00pm, for a live steam of the event.

The safety of our kids starts with you. Let's all be PRO'S.

To the students of West Vancouver: Welcome back. We cannot wait to see you! https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=iAZ-SsWpWd8 ... Wishing everyone a safe and happy return to classes.

We're hiring! WVPD is looking to fill civilian positions in the following areas: Casual Police Clerk Permanent Part Time - Police Clerk III... More information can be found on our website westvanpolice.ca Closing date for interested applicants is September 21.

August 27-28 we'll be teaming up with North Vancouver RCMP and the British Columbia Sheriff Service to participate in the inaugural North Shore First Responders for kids, 24-hour bike relay. All in support of the 2020 Cops for Cancer Tour de Coast! Our very own Cpl. Bigland will be proudly representing WVPD. To donate to this worthy cause, visit https://bit.ly/31d2zpm

Is this your bike? Do you know who it belongs to? It was seized from a suspect on August 7, and we'd like to return it to its rightful owner. The suspect told us that he took it the same night, but for some reason he wouldn't tell us where...