Each year, the VPF provides nearly $1 million in funding to Vancouver Police Department initiatives that fall outside the regular operating budget. We are only able to do this with the generous support of the community, including a special group of Chief’s Circle donors. Shannon and Nairne Gray are two such special people. They joined […]...
VPD Cadets Class 6
It’s the start of the school year which also means the VPD Cadets program is ramping up for yet another exciting year filled with the eager recruits of Class 6 (2019/2020). The VPD Cadets completed their recruiting campaign last June and selected 62 new Cadets to join the program, rounding out a total of 90 […]...
Strathcona Backpack Program
Many underprivileged kids receive subsidized lunches throughout the school week, however during the weekend, the program is not in service and kids would not have access to nutritious meals until Monday. The Strathcona Backpack Program provides food for meals to fill the “hunger gap” during the weekend when children are not supported by the school […]...
Fun At Kits Fest
The Vancouver Police Foundation was proud to be at the 11th Annual Kits Fest Sports Festival on August 9-11! The beach was packed with enthusiastic sports goers competing in numerous sports tournaments over the weekend, and supporters cheering them on! Activities at KitsFest included basketball, beach volleyball, tennis, touch football, yoga, and the ever-popular bathtub […]...
Wheeling Towards A Good Cause
The Motorcycle Drill Team is the VPD’s and Vancouver’s premier escort unit, providing VIP motorcade escorts in the Lower Mainland. The VPD Motorcycle Drill Team has been rated as Canada’s foremost team, escorting numerous heads of state, dignitaries, and members of royalty from around the world. It’s been a busy summer for the Motorcycle Drill […]...
Summer Boating Safety
Summer time is officially here but let’s not forget about boating safety when you’re having fun in the sun. Here are a few safety tips from Constable Courtenay Mulhern of the VPD Marine Unit: Tip #1: Please ensure your boat is equipped with navigation lights that are in good working order before you set sail. […]...
“Hay” There! Meet the Newest Members of the VPD Mounted Squad
The VPD Mounted Squad welcomed their newest edition to the team, three Percheron/Throughbred cross horses. They conducted their initial police training from a breeding facility in the southern United States and arrived at their new home, the VPD Mounted Unit stables, in early June. The three horses are currently named Jedi, Jarvis and Josiah […]...
VPD Youth Soccer Camp
More than 200 kids gathered on the soccer pitch for the 30th Annual VPD Soccer Camp at Strathcona Park on July 2-5. Supported by CIBC Wood Gundy, Bell, Whitecaps FC, and the Vancouver Police Foundation, this yearly soccer camp is a free event for underprivileged youth ages six to 17. Participants are encouraged to interact […]...
K9 Calendar Photoshoot
On July 5th the Foundation offered an exclusive opportunity to be part of a photoshoot for the new 2020 edition of the VPD K9 Calendar. A select group was invited to take part and had a chance to meet familiar faces from last year’s calendar, PSD Gibbs and PSD Brando. During the week leading up […]...
#dogsofsummercontest
VPD Sunglasses are back for the summer! Show your support and post a photo of your dog (or other pet!) wearing sunglasses for a chance to win great prizes like tickets to the Deighton Cup, a VPF Prize Pack and of course, bragging rights. How to Enter: Follow @VanPoliceFnd on Instagram and ensure your account […]...