Vancouver Election: October 17
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We sent every major party running for mayor and council the same questions on public safety. Here’s how they responded.
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Vancouver Year-End 2025
Violent Crime
per 1,000 population
Property Crime
per 1,000 population
Total Criminal Code
per 1,000 population
Source: Vancouver Police Department — Crime Rate by Incident (2025)
Annual figures provide a consistent basis for year-over-year comparisons, while YTD data help identify emerging trends.
Public safety needs to stay a priority. We've made progress, but we need to keep going. Here's where we stand, and how candidates plan to keep moving forward.
Stay InformedCommunity Safety & Prevention
Understanding what keeps neighbourhoods safe, and where the gaps are.
Mental Health & Addictions
Connecting people to the support they need.
Housing & Homelessness
Supporting the housing and services Vancouver families rely on.
Emergency Response Times
Making sure help reaches Vancouver residents when it's needed most.
Vancouver Police Union launches Vote Public Safety campaign and issues questionnaire to municipal parties
Responses will help Vancouver voters compare parties' public-safety priorities and commitments.
Read the press release →Violent crime showed steady drop in Vancouver over three-year span: VPD
VPD data shows violent crime reports fell from 6,288 in 2023 to 5,343 in 2025, with assaults, robberies and attempted murders all down over the same span.
Read on biv.com →Largest police deployment in Vancouver's history delivers a safe FIFA World Cup
Up to 1,300 officers worked each of the seven BC Place match days. "That planning paid off with a truly world-class event," said Deputy Chief Constable Don Chapman.
Read the update →Marine Unit rescues week-old abandoned seal pup near Bowen Island
Officers deployed the vessel Larry Young to carry three veterinary technicians to Seymour Bay, executing a precise beach landing so the pup could be secured and treated.
Read on vpd.ca →Vancouver police chase down yacht to rescue woman from 'violent suspect'
Officers pursued the vessel in heavy seas after the woman called 911 and reported being attacked, rescuing her from her alleged attacker.
Read on ctvnews.ca →B.C. officers honoured for acts of bravery
At the 40th annual Police Honours Night, VPD Constables Blake Chersinoff and Scott MacDonald were recognized for rescuing a toddler from a knife-wielding suspect.
Read on cfax1070.com →VPD officer stabbed saving 2-year-old boy receives top honour
Detective Const. Blake Chersinoff received the Chief Constable's Award of Valour after being stabbed while rescuing an abducted toddler.
Read on globalnews.ca →Help bring missing Vancouverites home
The VPD Missing Persons Unit investigates more than 5,000 reports every year — see open cold cases and how to share a tip.
View cases on vpd.ca →The Vancouver Police Union represents the over 1,450 front-line police officers, jail guards and Special Constables of the Vancouver Police Department, and is committed to protecting and promoting the interests of our members as they serve citizens in our community 24/7. By doing so, we will create a safer community and improve the quality of life for all citizens.
Ahead of the October 17, 2026 municipal election, we're asking every candidate where they stand on public safety, and sharing their answers with you.
Front-line officers, jail guards and Special Constables represented.
Chartered July 15. Canada's second unionized police force.
Core public safety issues on the ballot.
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