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Police & Crime Prevention

Police services for the City of Nanaimo is provided under contract by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).

Nanaimo RCMP

The Nanaimo RCMP detachment is the largest on the island, and is led by Superintendent Eric Rochette, its Officer-in-Charge.

Nanaimo RCMP officers and staff's goal is to increase community safety. They achieve this through a variety of programs and community partnerships. To learn more about programs, including sections and specialized units, please visit the Nanaimo RCMP website: https://rcmp.ca/en/bc/nanaimo.

2024-2025 policing priorities

  • Crime Reduction
  • Employee Wellness
  • Inclusion and Reconciliation
  • Community Public Safety
  • Recruiting
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RCMP FAQ

Public Safety Contacts - Who to Call 

You can visit our Public Safety - Who to Call page to see the list City departments and organizations you can call to submit a report and get information on a number of public safety issues and community outreach.

Last updated: June 12, 2025

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