
Statement on Diversion of Prescription Medication
February 19, 2025 Statement on Diversion of Prescription Medication Victoria, BC – The British Columbia Association of Chiefs of Police (BCACP) welcomes today’s announcement from

Statement on Decriminalization
November 28, 2024 BCACP Statement on Decriminalization. Advocating for a Health-Led Approach The British Columbia Association of Chiefs of Police (BCACP) stands in alignment

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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