Information & Referral Services

Overview

Program Description: Information & Referral Services operates from the Strathcona Community Policing Centre’s street front office to address resident’s day-to-day crime and safety concerns and promote crime prevention and safety for the Strathcona neighbourhood. Interactions can be something as simple as providing directions and drinking water, or taking major reports for incidents such as lost & found, theft from auto, and other elements of local crime or disorder.


Highlights

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    Help people connect with their missing loved ones in the downtown east side
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    Track and return lost and found items (wallets, keys, ID, phones, etc.)
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    Connect people with the Vancouver Police Department, City of Vancouver and various other services
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    Take reports on local crime, and/or serious instances of disorder and conflict - collaborate on potential community based solutions. 

Skills Learned

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    Public speaking
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    Conflict resolution
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    Report writing

Find Out More

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