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Provincial Announcement on Decriminalization
In British Columbia, we know all too well the severity of the toxic drug crisis. On April 14th, 2016, it was deemed a public health
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BC Public Safety Agencies Come Together to Champion Anti Racism
Police agencies, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Provincial Corrections and the Canada Border Services Agency came together at the Dhaliwal Banquet Hall in Surrey
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Statement on the use of Body Worn Cameras
Vancouver, BC – January 11th, 2024 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BC Association of Chiefs of Police Statement on the use of Body Worn Cameras Recognizing
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Law Enforcement Recognition Day
Today, on Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, the BC Association of Chiefs of Police extends its deepest gratitude to the dedicated men and women serving in
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Statement on Supreme Court Chief Justice Hinkson’s Decision
Victoria, BC – January 3rd, 2024 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BC Association of Chiefs of Police respects Justice Hinkson’s decision, emphasizes need to address public
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Statement on Bill 34
The BC Association of Chiefs of Police (BCACP) continues to stand in support of the spirit of decriminalization and assisting individuals living with addiction, recognizing
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Statement on Public Consumption of Illicit Drugs
Victoria, BC – September 14th, 2023 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BC Association of Chiefs of Police Addresses Public Consumption of Illicit Drugs Senior police leadership
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Statement on the Provincial Budget 2023
The BC Association of Chiefs of Police (BCACP) recognizes the significant investments made in the 2023 provincial budget. The Association particularly welcomes the increase in
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BCACP Statement on the death of Mr. Tyre Nichols
The BC Association of Chiefs of Police (BCACP), which represents all senior police leadership and over 9,200 officers in British Columbia, are horrified and saddened
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BC Association of Chiefs of Police Supports the Safer Communities Action Plan.
The BC Association of Chiefs of Police (BCACP) is very supportive of the Provincial Governments announcement of the Safer Communities Action Plan. It is comprehensive
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BCACP Statement on the Decriminalization of Personal Illicit Drug Quantities
The BC Association of Chiefs of Police and senior police leadership from across British Columbia acknowledges the tragic toll the ongoing opioid crisis has had