Costumes? Check. Candy? Check. Traffic detours? Check. Downtown Victoria is getting wicked this Sunday, October 25, for the 12th Annual Thrifty Foods Wicked Victoria! With creative costumes, live music, local vendors and plenty of Halloween fun, it’s sure to be a busy day downtown. VicPD officers, Reserve Constables and volunteers will be on hand to help manage traffic, support pedestrians, and keep the festivities safe for everyone. Read more: engagement.vicpd.ca/traffic-… @ChiefVicPD

Please be advised that Caledonia Avenue is temporarily closed between Quadra Street and Cook Street to vehicle traffic to support the safe flow of pedestrians attending the South Island Powwow at Royal Athletic Park. Drivers are asked to use alternate routes and expect increased pedestrian traffic in the area. Thank you for your patience and for helping keep everyone attending today’s event safe.🧡

File: 26-41215 Investigators are asking for the public's help to identify a suspect and locate witnesses following an assault near the duck pond in Beacon Hill Park on Sunday afternoon. engagement.vicpd.ca/vicpd-se… @ChiefVicPD

Municipal police departments are celebrating, as the first training academy on Vancouver Island opens for new recruits serving Central Saanich, Oak Bay, Saanich, and Victoria. The South Island Police Academy (SIPA) addresses growing recruitment demands in the province and allows people to build meaningful careers in policing without leaving their families or homes during training. Read more: engagement.vicpd.ca/municipa… @ChiefVicPD

The Victoria & Esquimalt Police Board will be meeting tonight at 5:00 p.m. To watch the meeting: youtube.com/@victoriaesquima… #PoliceBoard #YYJ

Join our team! We are hiring a Court Information Specialist Closing date: August 27, 2026 Details: vicpd.bamboohr.com/careers/2…

Investigators are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying an individual following graffiti in the 2100 block of Vancouver Street around 4:00 a.m. on August 2, 2026. Read More: engagement.vicpd.ca/investig… @ChiefVicPD

Our thoughts are with the Durham Regional Police Service as they mourn the tragic death of Constable in Training (CIT) Tyrone Magbitang, 27. Tyrone was involved in a motor vehicle collision while travelling to the Ontario Police College on July 7, 2026. VicPD extends its deepest condolences to Tyrone's family, friends, colleagues, and loved ones. We mourn alongside you. #HeroInLife #VicPD #WeAreVicPD

The Victoria Police Department has arrested two people following an assault with a weapon on Dallas Road. Read more: engagement.vicpd.ca/three-pe… @ChiefVicPD

From Crisis to Graduate When Rae looks back on her high school years, she doesn’t rewrite the past. She describes that time as chaotic, painful, and overwhelming. In Grade 9, she was dealing with personal challenges and peer pressures. She was eventually removed from school. At 14, she faced one of her lowest points and couldn’t imagine a future for herself. That changed when she met Constable Gord Magee, who was a member of the Mobile Youth Services Team (MYST), while receiving care in hospital. She had support from others too, but Gord became a steady presence in her life. Rae remembers being afraid of police officers, but Gord wasn’t what she expected. He showed up with patience no matter what she shared. He listened without judgment and treated her like someone worth believing in. Gord is now a school police liaison officer at VicPD. “He was an incredible adult figure in my life,” she says. “Supportive and empathetic, he was the kind of person you could actually talk to.” What began as crisis support grew into a lasting connection. Gord stayed in touch through Grades 10, 11, and 12, checking in, encouraging her, and helping her navigate everything from school to the everyday challenges of growing up. He connected her with sobriety support, academic help, and the stability she needed to return to school. She didn’t just return, she thrived. The girl who once believed she would never return to high school is graduating this month. “I never pictured myself here,” Rae says. “I thought I would drop out, get a low-level job, and that would be it. I didn’t think I would go far.” But she did. Rae is now enrolled in a post-secondary school. She is exploring her future with confidence, “I’m not completely sure what I’ll do,” she says, “but I know I can try anything that feels right for me.” Her message to others is simple, “No matter what you’ve been through, no matter how hard it was to get here, you can do it too.” When asked what her life might have looked like without Gord’s support, she says, “I know I wouldn’t have talked about what I was going through. I wouldn’t be where I am today.” As she prepares to walk the stage, she carries not only her own pride, but also the pride of everyone who helped her get here. Disclaimer: To protect the identity of the young person featured in this story, her name has been changed. @ChiefVicPD

A quick heads‑up: On June 22, our phone system upgrade may affect non‑emergency call routing. A temporary number will be available from 8:00 a.m. to noon: 250‑880‑3384. Thank you for your patience. Always call 9‑1‑1 in an emergency. engagement.vicpd.ca/disrupti… @ChiefVicPD

Our hearts are with the Toronto Police Service (TPS) as they mourn Cst. Marc Pinizzotto, who was killed today while serving his community. An 18‑year member of TPS and part of the Emergency Task Force, his loss is felt across policing. VicPD offers our deepest condolences. Please keep his family, colleagues, and all TPS members in your thoughts. @TorontoPolice @ChiefVicPD

VicPD will be upgrading our phone system on June 22. On that day, the non‑emergency line may be briefly disrupted from 8 a.m. to noon. If you need us during that time, call our temporary number: 250‑880‑3384. Always call 9‑1‑1 in an emergency. Read more: engagement.vicpd.ca/disrupti… @ChiefVicPD

Join our team! We are seeking a Disclosure Clerk / Administrative Assistant. The closing date for applications is June 17, 2026. Learn more: vicpd.bamboohr.com/careers/2… #WeAreVicPD @ChiefVicPD

Today, VicPD was proud to host the Women’s Leadership Luncheon at the Union Club, bringing together women from the Victoria Police Department and leaders from across Victoria’s business community for an afternoon of mentorship, connection, and meaningful conversation. A heartfelt thank you to our financial sponsors, April Dorey Hartwig of the Heart Wealth Management Group Raymond James, and Steph Hartwig, the Development Director for Hartwig Industries, whose vision, generosity, and commitment to supporting women in leadership made this event possible. The luncheon created space for women to share their experiences, learn from one another, build lasting relationships, and strengthen the networks that help women grow and succeed. Through open dialogue and mentorship, participants explored leadership, resilience, career growth, and the importance of lifting others as we rise. It was an inspiring afternoon that showcased the power of women supporting women, while strengthening the connection between VicPD and the communities we proudly serve. #WeAreVicPD #WomenSupportingWomen @ChiefVicPD