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Mental Health Initiatives

WebThe VPD uses innovative strategies to better serve people living with mental illness. A collaborative approach with other service providers in the community is essential. For …

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Pathway to Wellness: Vancouver Police and health care team up to …

WebVancouver Police today released a new video to highlight the many partnerships and initiatives the Department is involved in to lessen the impact untreated mental illness has …

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Vancouver’s Mental Health Crisis: An Update Report

WebAs seen in Figure 1 on the following page, the number of Mental Health Act s. 28 apprehensions increased by 9.3% in 2011 and 5.9% in 2012. In 2013, the year-to-date …

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Vancouver’s Mental Health Crisis: The Background

Web2 the mentally ill reflects the sad reality that they will soon be dealing with more mentally ill patients. We cannot continue to ask police officers to be front line mental health workers.

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1978: Car 87 program begins

WebThe Car 87 Program begins, which teams a Vancouver Police officer with a mental health professional. They provide on-site assessments and intervention for …

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Vancouver Police Release Mental Health Strategy

WebThe Vancouver Police Department is releasing its Mental Health Strategy, sharing a comprehensive approach for a proportional police response to people living with mental …

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VPD introduces three new executive members

WebVPD introduces three new executive members. Vancouver Police today announced the promotion of Fiona Wilson from superintendent to deputy chief constable, and the …

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Youth Community Response

WebYouth Community Response. The VPD is committed to supporting vulnerable youth in our community, helping them to access needed services so they are no longer victimized, or …

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A JOURNEY TO HOPE

WebA OURNEY TO HOPE AN UPDATE ON THE VPD’S CONTINUED FIGHT AGAINST THE OPIOID CRISIS5 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In 2017, in response to the opioid crisis, the …

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Our Community in Need

Web6 Our ommunity in Need their quality of life (serving 350 clients in community). Police officers in plainclothes play an active role on the ACT team; • The Assertive Outreach …

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Strategic Planning: 2022-2026

WebStrategic Planning: 2022-2026. Quick Escape. At the heart of our five-year strategic plan is our dedication to community service. Strong relationships and public trust are essential …

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Become a Vancouver Police Officer

WebPolicing is a fast-paced and dynamic profession that must keep pace and evolve with our rapidly changing world. Through innovation and community partnerships, the VPD …

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Police Information Checks

WebVancouver residents can make an appointment at our 2120 Cambie Street location. We are open seven days a week, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., but by appointment only. Non …

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