Surrey Police Service is currently preparing to become the police of jurisdiction for Surrey, BC, Canada. Account not monitored 24/7. Call 911 for emergencies.
As we continue to build Surrey Police Service and work alongside the Surrey RCMP, we remind the public that for
#SurreyBC
non-emergency calls please call 604-599-0502. For emergencies call 9-1-1.
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the sudden and tragic passing of an off-duty SPS member, following an incident in Langley earlier today. Our hearts are with his friends, family, and colleagues during this difficult time. Read full news release:
We are very excited to welcome Cst. Jeff Wood back after his successful rehabilitation from the serious injuries he sustained on duty earlier this year. Thank you to his family, friends, the Wellness Unit, and Employee Services who provided great support throughout his recovery.
We honoured a hero today. Cst. Shaelyn Yang, a member of the
@BurnabyRCMP
Mental Health and Homeless Outreach Team served her community with bravery and made the ultimate sacrifice. Rest in peace, Constable Yang.
We're deeply saddened to hear about Bingo's passing last night while searching for a suspect. Our thoughts are with his partner and everyone in the canine unit.
Bingo, one of our K9s, was killed in the line of duty by gunfire tonight. Thank you for keeping our members safe and thank you for your service. My deepest condolences to his partner and to all of our
@TPSK9
unit.
After a truly difficult day for SPS, we want to take a moment and thank the first responders on the scene that did everything they could to help our officer. We are working to support the officer’s family and friends, and our colleagues during this difficult time.
Cst. Madison Ford recently received a Deputy Chief Constable Commendation for her lifesaving actions. Earlier this year Cst. Ford attended a call for a man suffering severe trauma. She reacted quickly & performed life-saving measures until paramedics arrived.
#FrontlinePolicing
The Province of BC has announced that Surrey’s policing transition will be completed. SPS is pleased to see a final resolution to this matter and looks forward to continuing to work with the community to build a modern, local police service for Surrey.
Read Chief Lipinski’s
We were proud to have SPS officers in Edmonton today to support the family, friends, and colleagues of
@EdmontonPolice
Cst. Travis Jordan and Cst. Brett Ryan. Many of these SPS officers were Edmonton Police Service members, including Chief Norm Lipinski who served 32 years in
We’d like to introduce you to second class recruit, Rolly Lumbala (
#46
). He joins us after an 11-year career with the
@BCLions
as a fullback and special teams ace. He also happens to be reuniting with a familiar face at SPS, his former teammate Cst.
@JDhillon90
(
#55
)
#SPSRecruits
Today we honour and remember Constable Adrian Oliver who served with the
@SurreyRCMP
Ten years ago, Constable Oliver was killed in the line of duty. We remember your sacrifice and we honour your bravery.
Tonight one of our deployed SPS officers is recovering after being stabbed while responding to a call for service. Thankfully the injuries are non-life threatening and the officer is expected to be released from hospital shortly. Further details will be released by
@SurreyRCMP
Cst. Michael Mallais was off duty at a local theatre when a patron suffered medical distress. Cst. Mallais, an experienced paramedic, stepped in & provided support until paramedics arrived. He's awarded a Certificate of Appreciation for his outstanding service to the public.
We are devastated to hear about the tragic loss of two
@edmontonpolice
officers that were responding to a call earlier this morning. We’re thinking about the officers, their families, and colleagues in Edmonton today.
#HeroesinLife
Pleased to advise that our injured officer has been released from the hospital. Our thanks to
@SurreyRCMP
officers who provided first aid at the scene and for their support throughout this incident. And thank you to the community for all your good wishes – we hear you!
Ten SPS officers will be deploying to the Abbotsford floods tonight and tomorrow. While this is certainly not what we thought our first deployment would look like, we are honoured to be able to assist our colleagues
@AbbyPoliceDept
and
@City_Abbotsford
residents.
Today the Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General made a considered, comprehensive, and evidence-based recommendation that the transition to Surrey Police Service move forward.
“It is my hope that Council will recognize that now is the time to continue with this
We understand people have differing opinions about Surrey's policing transition, however this is not a forum to spread misinformation, threaten people's jobs, or disparage our employees. Those in violation of our Social Media Terms of Use will be blocked.
Does this face look familiar? SPS welcomes
@Ian_A_MacDonald
as our interim Media Liaison. Ian will manage our media relations as SPS readies itself for future operations. Ian retired from the Abbotsford Police in 2020 & served as the Public Information Officer for 9 yrs. Welcome!
We are devastated to hear of the loss of a Burnaby RCMP member today in the line of duty. Our hearts are with her family, friends and fellow
@BurnabyRCMP
officers. This is a terrible loss for the Burnaby community and the Lower Mainland. We offer our sincere condolences.
Surrey Police Service is pleased to see Bill 36, the Police Amendment Act, 2023, has now received Royal Assent and is in force today. This law provides residents and policing staff with certainty on the future of policing in Surrey. We are looking forward to being the next police
The Surrey Police Service takes considerable exception to individuals who are using Twitter to engage in personal attacks against our employees, and even worse, their families. 1/2
We have repeatedly disputed the financial numbers used by the City involving the policing transition. We fully support an independent audit involving SPS, the City, and the RCMP to ensure taxpayers get the clarity they deserve. Read our release here:
SPS officers on the Frontline routinely preform foot patrols throughout Surrey. Proactive policing helps to us be more visible and available to offer assistance when needed.
#SPSontheFrontline
We’re hosting a family movie night to bring our employees and their families together. The kids got to choose the movie, and the adults roasted s’mores by the fire. It’s always great to find time to get together outside of the workplace.
#SPSWellness
Cst. Brandon Lanthier is one of several SPS officers who are trained in American Sign Language. Recently, Cst. Lanthier assisted a member of the deaf community by using his skills to help convince a deaf teen who had run away to return home.
#SPSontheFrontline
Today marks the ninth anniversary of the untimely passing of Surrey Detachment's Constable Adrian Oliver, who was killed on duty on Nov 13, 2012. Surrey Police Service honours you and will always remember your service to Surrey and the RCMP.
SPS officers attended the Surrey Guru Nanak Gurdwara sahib for a “positive parenting” workshop outlining tips for parents. An important initiative for SPS is to have conversations with parents & youth on how to detect early signs of gang or drug involvement.
#SPSintheCommunity
This is how we start our day! Our officers are working alongside the Surrey RCMP to serve Surrey. During Surrey's policing transition, you will see both SPS & Surrey RCMP officers responding to calls. Learn more here about Phase 1 of the transition:
We’re proud to see our first class of SPS Recruits officially graduating from
@JIBCnews
today. These 14 graduates are now Qualified Municipal Constables and will be deployed to the Frontline. Learn more here:
SPS recently awarded Cst. Vince Neudorf with a Deputy Chief Constable Commendation for his life saving efforts when responding to a call of a youth who was suffering from severe trauma last summer. Well done, Cst. Neudorf!
#FrontlinePolicing
#DidYouknow
SPS recently deployed 16 more officers into policing operations in Surrey. These officers joined the more than 200 SPS officers already working in the community.
#SPSontheFrontline
We are proud to stand together in Cloverdale this morning as we remember the sacrifices of Canadians who served and continue to serve our country. We will remember them.
#RemembranceDay
Our very own Cst. Maansi Virk took home gold in the Canadian Open International Karate tournament in Richmond this past weekend. The Canada Open Karate Championships is one of the largest karate tournaments in North America featuring competitors from around the world.
Our thoughts are with the
@SaanichPolice
and
@vicpdcanada
officers that were involved in the shooting today. Your bravery and dedication to protecting your community is deeply felt by all of us.
We are devastated to hear about the loss of a Ridge Meadows RCMP member in the line of duty today. To the family, friends, and fellow
@RidgeRCMP
officers, we offer our sincerest condolences. This is an incredibly tragic loss for Maple Ridge and for the Lower Mainland. We’re also
Did you know our badge numbers start at 22? This numbering honours the 21 original members of the Surrey Police Department from 1887 to 1951. Badge number 22 was given to Chief Constable Norm Lipinski, and our newest officer to join SPS was handed badge number 360!
#SPSForward
Chief Lipinski responds to Council’s decision to transition back to the RCMP: “It is concerning that Council has made this decision, despite the Province of BC’s clear and evidence-based recommendation that the City of Surrey continue its transition to SPS in order to ensure
We’ve come a long way, and we’re excited to celebrate our 3rd anniversary as a police agency! To date, we’ve hired 336 sworn officers and 60 civilian employees to help build a progressive and modern police agency for Surrey that goes beyond the status quo.
#SaferStrongerTogether
To all the female police officers serving their communities, we salute you and wish you a happy National Police Woman Day. We are proud to be an inclusive organization that values the leadership, contributions, and voices of women.
#SaferStrongerTogether
We extend our deepest sympathy to the family, friends, and colleagues of the
@RCMPAlberta
officer in Strathcona County who was tragically killed in a vehicle collision earlier this morning. Our hearts are heavy today as we share in the profound grief that is being felt across
On November 11, we remember and honour the courage and sacrifice of the many individuals who have served and continue to serve our country. Their sacrifices and dedication will never be forgotten.
#LestWeForget
Today, Minister Farnworth announced that Surrey Police Service will become the police of jurisdiction for Surrey on Nov. 29, 2024. This is a huge milestone for both the policing transition project and the future of policing in Surrey. Read the Province’s news release:
Today, we remember and honour the courage and sacrifice of the many individuals who have served and continue to serve our country. Their dedication will never be forgotten, and we were proud to stand side-by-side to honour them.
#LestWeForget
It’s true no two shifts are ever the same! Last week one of our officers noticed a puppy had wandered into the parking lot at the District 2 office. After a check of the collar, and a quick car-ride, the dog was happily reunited with his owner. Stay safe out there, and make sure
We are proud to watch 11 more recruits graduate from the JIBC Police Academy today. These Constables will now be deployed into policing operations on the Frontline in Surrey. For more information read our release:
#SPSForward
You’re not seeing double – some of our officers are wearing two nametags. This initiative helps members of the public identify officers that can speak different languages. With over 38% of Surrey residents speaking languages other than English, this is one way we can help meet
Uniform update: SPS’s official shoulder flash has been finalized – take a sneak peek at the final design. This shoulder flash will be worn with pride by our police officers.
#SPSForward
We were honoured to gather with
@OPP_News
and our law enforcement family from across the country to remember the life of Cst. Greg Pierzchala. His dedication to policing will forever be remembered.
#HeroesInLife
Each day SPS deploys over 80 officers alongside the RCMP. We’re often asked why we don’t post about the calls for service our officers attend. The reason is actually quite simple – the RCMP is the current police of jurisdiction, meaning they have command of all files and
Thank you to the firefighters, police, and wildfire services that are working day and night to fight the wildfires threating communities across the province, and to those that are supporting firefighting and evacuation efforts. We are grateful for your service.
While Surrey City Council has voted to return to the RCMP, it is important to note the Minister of Public Safety has not approved a transition back to the RCMP, as several conditions must still be met.
Read Chief Lipinski’s statement:
We were honoured to participate in this morning’s Nagar Kirtan hosted by the Gurdwara Dukh Nivaran Sahib. Being part of the Surrey community is very important to us, and it is an honour to participate in this important parade
#SPSintheCommunity
Officers are at the Vaisakhi parade today, and happy to share in this great celebration with the community. Pop by our booth and chat with us. We’d love to meet you!
#SPSintheCommunity
DYK? Two person vehicles are an efficient police response for a number of reasons. For some agencies, up to 40% of calls for service require a multi-officer response, which makes 2-person vehicles a more cost-effective response that supports public and officer safety. This is one
Chief Lipinski took some time to meet with the watch this morning before their shift. We want to thank all officers and first responders working today to keep Surrey safe!
#MerryChristmas
Cst. Dave Gibson recently had a chance to attend "Community Coffee" at Relate Church. A partnership with Mackie's Place Youth and Social House. He connected with staff and had the opportunity to learn more about the program and how Mackie's Place can support at-risk youth.
An additional 33 SPS officers are now being deployed into policing operations, in accordance with the SPS-RCMP HR Plan. These officers are needed to ensure an adequate number of police officers are in place to respond to calls for service and maintain public safety in Surrey. 1/2
The Province has been clear that continuing the transition to SPS is the only way to ensure public safety. Despite this recommendation, the policing debate continues with no timeline for a decision. It’s time for a clear path forward. Read our letter:
A rite of passage for our new class of recruits is a run with the Chief! Our recruits were put to the test with a 5km run through the community they will one day serve. At SPS, we believe our employees must take care of their physical and mental health
#SPSRecruits
SPS has officially welcomed 11 more recruits after an intensive hiring process that began in 2022. We’re excited to have our third group of recruits begin their policing careers with SPS to serve Surrey residents.
#SPSForward
An amazing experience to be part of Surrey’s Vaisakhi parade. Thank you to those who took the time to talk with us and to the many volunteers and organizers that made this event happen. We hope your Vaisakhi celebration was filled with good fortune and health.
#SPSintheCommunity
Meet Cst. Karn Dhesi, it’s always been his dream to work as a police officer in Surrey. It’s where he grew up, went to school, and it’s where his family lives. He’s passionate about this community.
#SaferStrongerTogether
SPS officers joined officers from across the country in Ottawa today for National Police Officers Memorial to remember those who were killed in the line of duty. Thirteen names were added to the honour roll this year, including 11 from the last year. We remember their sacrifice.
SPS deployed our next group of sworn officers into policing operations in Surrey. These officers join their colleagues already working in Patrol, Community Response Unit, Police Mental Health Outreach, Traffic, Gang Enforcement & General Investigations.
Today, SPS officers and civilian staff will join hundreds of our law enforcement colleagues from across Canada in honouring
@BurnabyRCMP
Constable Shaelyn Yang. Cst. Yang died courageously protecting and serve her community, and she will forever be remembered.
We’re excited to announce that Sgt.
@JagKhosa
recently received the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee award for his outstanding work in gang prevention & his work with youth in Surrey. We’re so proud of his accomplishments & the important work that he continues to do for SPS.
#SPSForward
Cst. Brendan Charna stopped by a residence last week to inquire about security camera footage. The family later reached out to SPS to say, “Brendan was so personable and informative, and I want to thank you for having such an excellent person on the Surrey Police Service. We’re
After policing Surrey for the past 2 years, we’ve seen the need for more medical police training to assist victims with life-threatening injuries prior to a paramedic arriving on scene. SPS recently held its new advanced Police Operational Medicine course, providing 13 officers
Constable Derek Gallamore stopped by Grandview Heights Secondary School this week to talk to Law 12 students about policing and investigative techniques. We had a great discussion and were happy to give the students some insight into policing.
#SPSintheCommunity
Chief Lipinski has issued a statement regarding the suggestion that Surrey residents will face a significant tax increase if the transition to Surrey Police Service continues. You can read his statement here:
Surrey Police Service extends its deepest sympathy to the family, friends, and colleagues of
@OPP_News
Sgt. Eric Mueller who was tragically shot and killed this morning while on duty. Our thoughts are also with the two members who were injured during this tragedy and we hope and
We’re looking forward to participating in the Surrey Vaisakhi parade tomorrow. SPS officers will be in attendance to celebrate this special festival with the community. Come say hi if you see us!
#SPSIntheCommunity
SPS continues to have an obligation to the Province and Surrey to meet the targets in the transition plan to deploy SPS officers into policing operations every 2 months. These officers are needed to maintain public safety in Surrey.
After 7 weeks of intense training, our 1st class of experienced officers are graduating today. We look forward to the integration of your skills, talent, & passion into SPS and the community you will serve. Congratulations!
#SPSForward
Yesterday our leadership team met with many SPS employees to provide them with updates on the continuing policing transition. In total, 353 employees have joined SPS to be a part of a modern change in policing, and they remain committed to SPS and to serving Surrey.
SPS officers gathered in Victoria today to take part in the BC Law Enforcement Memorial. The memorial honours 130 law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Today we remember
@BurnabyRCMP
Cst. Shaelyn Yang who will be added to the Roll of Honour.
#HeroesInLife
SPS deployed officers to aid
@AbbyPoliceDept
in the Abbotsford floods yesterday evening, and will continue to assist today. We are safer and stronger together, no matter which uniform, no matter which city.
The Supreme Court of British Columbia has dismissed the City of Surrey’s petition for a judicial review on policing. “The court’s decision brings an end to an 18-month dispute over the future of policing in Surrey,” Read the Chief's full statement here:
SPS was approved over 3 years ago, and already has 46% of the officers required to police Surrey. Currently, SPS officers make up 50% of Frontline policing in Surrey. This is a decision for generations, not for only four years. Read our letter:
SPS is committed to providing quality, modern equipment & training to our officers. With enhanced training, our officers are well-equipped to serve Surrey & its citizens. To learn more about our officer training visit:
Happy anniversary to our 1st group of SPS officers deployed into policing operations 1 year ago! In the past year, they have responded to major incidents, saved lives & made significant contributions to public safety. It is our honour to serve in Surrey.
Over the weekend, SPS officers participated in the Nagar Kirtan hosted by the Gurdwara Dukh Nivaran Sahib. We want to wish everyone a Happy Gurpurab!
#SPSintheCommunity
Presenting the new SPS Challenge Coin. The front features the SPS crest and motto. The reverse shows the logo for the original Surrey Police Department, which policed Surrey from 1887-1951. The 6 maple leaves represent the 6 fallen members who died on duty while serving Surrey.
Our hearts go out to
@nelsoncitypd
with the news that Cst. Mathieu Nolet succumbed to injuries this morning as a result of the recent avalanche. We extend our deepest condolences to Cst. Nolet’s family, and to our colleagues at Nelson Police Department.
#HeroesInLife
The International Association of Chiefs of Police has named Sergeant Kaleigh Paddon as a leader in
@TheIACP
's 2023 “40 Under 40” list. She is being recognized for her outstanding work in building our Wellness Unit, and integrating a trauma informed approach to our organization.
The provincial government has announced they have appointed Mike Serr as the temporary Administrator of the Board. We'd like to thank the members of the Surrey Police Board for the outstanding work they have done, and we look forward to working with them again, once their
SPS Cst Hanuse facilitated a Virtual Circle w/ an intro to Indigenous Cultural Safety Training for the JIBC police recruit class. This training focused on self-reflection on their impacts as officers responding to people of different cultures, particularly Indigenous.
#SPSForward
If you’ve been to a community event in the past few weeks, you might have spotted our newest vehicle! The Community 1st Unit has rolled out a new vehicle for use at community events. If you see it, pop over and say hello! We’d love to meet you.
#SPSintheCommunity
SPS’s uniform, fit and materials were selected based on durability, comfort, and functionality, as well as feedback from our experienced officers. Employee wellness is a priority for SPS, and that extends to the uniform and equipment we have carefully selected for our officers.
Did you know SPS has deployed over 180 officers into policing operations in Surrey? Our Frontline officers attend calls for service and investigate files alongside Surrey RCMP as part of phase one of the policing transition. Learn more here:
Today we honour and remember Constable Adrian Oliver who served with the
@SurreyRCMP
. Eleven years ago, Constable Oliver tragically died in the line of duty. We remember your sacrifice and your service.
From all of us at SPS , we wish you a happy Canada Day! We’re proud to serve the citizens of Surrey and this great nation. Enjoy a great day today, and stay safe.
#HappyCanadaDay
Congratulations to the newly Qualified Municipal Constables who graduate today from the JIBC and to our first class of SPS recruits who chose to start their careers with us! Enjoy this historic and memorable day.
Historic day at the JIBC grad- the first ever SPS recruits graduated on the same day the New West recruits graduated on their 150th anniversary, the oldest BC police agency along with the newest!
SPS and the Surrey Police Board have provided financial data that details the non-recoverable costs and costs of terminating the transition to ensure Surrey City Council has a full understanding of the financial implications. Read more here: