Programs and services - Sunshine Coast RCMP

Administration

This area includes the Detachment Commander, the Operations Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO), and the General Investigation Commander. These positions and all other RCMP officers are supported by 10 support staff comprised of both Public Service and Municipal employees.  The responsibilities of this group go beyond the daily administration of the detachment and include working in the areas of quality assurance, strategic planning, corporate planning and liaison with the community.

Community Policing

In partnership with our communities, our General Duty members work to identify and solve problems to prevent and reduce crime and the fear of crime.  The core functions are enforcement, prevention, education, intelligence and investigation.

The Sunshine Coast RCMP provides the following community based programs and services. Click on the links below for more information

• Bike and Foot Patrols
• Restorative Justice
• Speed Watch

For more information about getting involved in the above programs, our Volunteer opportunities are listed here.  You can also call the Volunteer Coordinator at the Detachment, 604-885-2266 for more information.

Bike and Foot Patrol Programs

RCMP General Duty members conduct Bike and Foot Patrols in the community with the objective to:

• Promote positive communication with business people, community groups and residents.
• Provide advice (prevention and education).
• Reduce suspicious and illegal activities such as mischief and graffiti.

Restorative Justice Program of the Sunshine Coast

The Community Justice Program of the Sunshine Coast (also known as Restorative Justice) is dedicated to offering an alternative method of justice to the traditional court system by promoting the use of restorative practices in dealing with minor offences involving youth.  Our goal is to maximize social justice for victims, offenders and the community and to minimize further harm caused by the offending behaviour.  Results show that offenders participating in restorative practices are less likely to re-offend, building stronger, safer communities.

For additional information on our Restorative Justice Program see the Restorative Justice section of this web site.

Speed Watch

Speed Watch is a police-based volunteer program designed to help reduce speed-related crashes by making drivers more aware of the actual speeds they are traveling.

Volunteers, trained by the police and ICBC, use portable radar equipment and an electronic digital board to monitor speeds in neighborhoods where local residents have reported incidents of unsafe speed to the police. Often these are school and playground zones. Drivers get instant feedback, as their speed is displayed on the reader board as they pass by. The volunteers keep records and return these to the police to help with enforcement planning.

First Nations Community Policing

The Sunshine Coast First Nations Community Policing Section has two full time officers dedicated to serving the Shíshálh First Nation Community - http://www.secheltnation.ca These First Nations Community Police Officers dedicate their time and efforts to ensuring safe homes and safe communities within the First Nations population on the Sunshine Coast.

General Duty

Our front-line emergency response police service operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and involves all aspects of preventative and investigative police work. The General Duty Officers are the first responders to all calls for service to the community and work on a 4 Watch System with 1 Corporal and 5 Constables, for a total of 24 General Duty members.

Their primary mandate after call response is to conduct follow-up investigations and participate in Crime Reduction and Crime Prevention activities as well as enforcement of Federal, Provincial and some Municipal Statutes to keep you and your family safe and secure.

Members take great pride in the job they do for the Sunshine Coast and look forward to serving you in a friendly, professional and respectful manner.

General Investigative Section

Staffed by one Corporal and three Constables, the Sunshine Coast's General Investigation Section is responsible for investigations of a serious nature and are likely to require further time and expertise to investigate. Examples of long term investigations may include Attempt Murder, Armed Robberies, Serious Assaults causing Bodily Injury, Home Invasions, Sexual Assaults, Missing Persons where foul play cannot be ruled out, and multi jurisdictional economic crimes. 

Victim Services

Sunshine Coast RCMP detachment has a very dedicated Victim Services team who provide information, emotional support, referrals and practical assistance to victims and witnesses of crime and other traumatic events.  Our Victim Services team has one full time, one part time and one volunteer Victim Service worker.

Services are tailored to meet the needs of each client.  Program staff strive to minimize the long term impact of crime and trauma through thoughtful and empathetic means and to prevent re-victimization by enhancing the victims understanding of police and court procedures.  

Our staff and volunteers are familiar with the various agencies in the community that are available to meet your specific needs and can make referrals to many community services.

For additional information or assistance see our Victim Services section of this web site or contact the detachment directly at 604-885-2266.  

After hours assistance: Victim Link (24 hours) 1-800-563-0808

Youth Liaison Officer

The Sunshine Coast has a full time officer dedicated to youth issues with a focus on building relationships, education and prevention. This officer liaises with schools, youth programs and our community centres. The Youth Detail officer also delivers educational presentations on bullying, internet safety and drug education for parents.