Many of us take for granted the convenience of having access to a phone – whether it is a cell phone or landline – but the reality for many low-income Vancouver seniors is that having any type of phone in their home is a luxury they cannot afford. Which begs the question – how do […]...
Youth Like JP & Fahima
The VPD Cadet program exemplifies how support from our donors is helping make Vancouver safer for youth like JP & Fahima. Meet Jin Peng (JP) Zhou and Fahima Mohibi, two VPD Cadet graduates who represent the many Vancouver youth who have benefited from the life-changing VPD Cadet program. Many Cadets come from difficult backgrounds including […]...
VPF Holiday Gift Guide – Something For Everyone On Your List!
Give back while giving the perfect gift! Did you know the Vancouver Police Foundation offers a variety of unique gifts for all ages? We sure do – and they are all readily available for shopping and shipping right on our website! Plus, the best part is that every purchase from our online store represents a […]...
Women’s Personal Safety Team Celebrates 10 Years!
We are very excited to celebrate the 10th anniversary of one of the most impactful programs that Vancouver Police Foundation has ever funded! Congratulations to the Women’s Personal Safety Team (WPST) got it’s and its ongoing commitment to empowering women from all walks of life. The Women’s Personal Safety Team is 100% volunteer-supported by nearly […]...
Story of Jesse and Jade
The VPD’s Canine Unit is a remarkable team that responds to the most dangerous calls, putting the lives of the dogs and their handlers in peril every day. July 16, 2022 was no different – and yet, it was. Please watch Constable Jesse Schellenberg reflect on that day. He draws a direct correlation between going […]...
New Spectrometer: Fast, Safe & Effective Drug Analysis
Until very recently, the VPD relied on Health Canada for analysis of suspected drugs and drug chemicals, and as you can imagine, this was a time-consuming process that would often take weeks to months to complete. Even the “rush” analysis, which should only take 24 hours to complete, was taking several days. Additionally, only drug […]...
2024 VPD Canine Calendar and NEW Mounted Unit Calendar Now Available!
We are very excited to announce that the 2024 VPD Canine Calendar is now available for purchase online and at select in-person locations around the city. We are also very proud to announce that for the first time ever, we have produced a second VPD Hero calendar featuring the incredible Police Horses from the VPD […]...
Light the Night Right: Making Cycling Safer in Vancouver
For the second year in a row, the Vancouver Police Foundation is proud to fund a grassroots VPD safety initiative for Vancouver cyclists called Light the Night Right. Led by Constable Christina Dueck of VPD’s Traffic Section, Light the Night Right provides unlit cyclists with front and rear bike lights, as well as reflective decals […]...
Det/Cst Capers is the Ultimate Mentor for At-Risk Youth
Last week we introduced you to Detective Constable Byron Capers of the VPD’s Gang Crime Unit, who also happens to be the lead of the annual Gang Tackle event. As a remarkable police officer and incredible human, Byron’s dedication to supporting at-risk youth, like those who attend the Gang Tackle event, was inspired by his […]...
Gang Tackle Now In It’s 10th Year Supporting At-Risk Youth
In addition to their day-to-day responsibilities of monitoring and investigating gang activity in the city, the VPD Gang Crime Unit has been very active in the community for more than 25 years, offering a wide variety of programs and resources to vulnerable youth and women across Vancouver. One of the long-standing community supports they offer […]...