Council & Administration

Police

For emergencies, call: 911

For non-emergencies, call: 250-592-2424

Oak Bay Police

The Oak Bay Police Department has been serving the community since 1906, helping make Oak Bay one of Canada’s safest places.

The department has about 30 staff, including police officers and support staff.

Governance

The Police Department is constituted pursuant to the provincial acts and regulations such as the British Columbia Police Act, and operates under the direction of the Oak Bay Police Board. Oak Bay Police staff primarily provide community policing, with external investigative services provided through memorandums of understanding with other police departments.

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Oak Bay Police Department

Chief Constable – Julie Chanin

Deputy Chief Constable – Kris Rice