2019 Annual Report

Annual Report 2019 31 107 CRIME PREVENTION SOCIETY VOLUNTEERS 15,400 POUNDS OF FOOD COLLECTED IN CHILLIWACK AT THE 11TH ANNUAL STUFF THE CRUISER EVENT Crime Prevention Services Another key area of support comes from the staff and over 100 volunteers of the Chilliwack Crime Prevention Society who operate out of the downtown Wellington Community Policing and Operational Support Office (CPOS) which offers the following programs: The Chilliwack Crime Prevention Society, a separate non-profit organization, receives operational funding from the City of Chilliwack. The Society would not be able to function adequately without the dedication of its many volunteers. All of its employees and volunteers are committed to making Chilliwack a safe place to live and work. The RCMP is very proud of the dedication and hard work these individuals devote towards the safety of the community. Police Visibility, Non-Vehicle Patrols and Seasonal Policing Key police visibility and community relations initiatives include: Non-vehicle patrols (foot/bike/boat/ATV) to allow for greater interaction with the public while promoting public safety Seasonal policing enforcement and education Road safety and traffic enforcement Auxiliary Constable recruitment and training First Nations Policing Community partnerships have continued to be maintained and strengthened to help address crime issues in First Nations communities. The UFVRD RCMP First Nations Police Unit was selected to conduct a pilot project for the Aboriginal Shield program. This program is similar to the DARE program, including First Nations content and involvement. Victim Services Block Watch City Watch Speed Watch Crime Free Multi- Housing Program