Thanks in large part to a $200,000 donation from Darlene Poole, the VPD now boasts a state-of-the-art kennel and training facility for its Dog Squad. Poole made the donation in honour of her late husband, Jack, a dog-lover and former VPF trustee. The old facility was cramped and in dire need of repair. As a […]...
VPF Helps Officers Celebrate 125th Anniversary
In May, the Foundation was pleased to play a big role in helping the VPD celebrate its 125th Anniversary – by funding commemorative medals for serving and retired officers. At an anniversary ceremony at Seaforth Armouries on May 10th, Premier Christy Clark presented the first medals to VPD members on parade. She was accompanied by […]...