Community Policing and Volunteer Programs

Coquitlam RCMP's community and crime prevention programs are based on the belief that police can only be effective when engaged, informed citizens get involved in the safety of their homes, businesses and neighbourhoods. Volunteering with the Coquitlam RCMP is a great way to:

• Get connected to your neighbours and your neighbourhood.
• Meet new people from diverse backgrounds and build a stronger social and professional network.
• Gain skills and experience that will make your job and post secondary education applications stand out.
• Put your unique skills and abilities to work supporting your local police.
• Learn about crime and safety in your community and what you can do to keep your family, friends and property safe.

So whether you are a young adult considering a career in law enforcement; a retiree looking for a way to use your skills and experience to give back to your community; a recent immigrant wanting to meet new people and get to know your new home; or just someone who wants to help the police create safer, healthier neighbourhoods the Coquitlam RCMP has volunteer opportunities that will help you reach your goals while supporting the police working to reduce crime and enhance public safety.

Volunteer Information Session:

• Date: October 3, 2024
• Time: 7 pm to 8:30 pm
• Location: Maillardville Community Centre Room 2, 1200 Cartier Ave, Coquitlam
• Details: Free underground parking is available off of Quadling Ave/Proulx Lane

Are you interested in Volunteering with the Coquitlam RCMP? Join us at the Volunteer Information Session to learn more so you can decide if this is the right opportunity for you.

The event will begin with a presentation, some of the topics we will cover are: required time commitments, police clearance requirements and benefits.

We will also be providing information on the many positions available including:

• Community Police Stations Internal: Front Counter
• Community Police Stations External: Bike Patrol, Foot Patrol, Cell Watch, Graffiti Removal, Special Events, and more!
• Citizens' Crime Watch
• Block Watch
• Speed Watch

After the presentation our staff and volunteers will be available to answer any questions you may have and chat about their experiences.

Requirements:

• Volunteering is open to anybody 16 yrs of age and older
• Must have PR or Canadian citizenship
• Must have lived in Canada for a minimum of 5 years
• Can not have travelled out of the country for more than a continuous 6 month period.

How to Apply:

To apply for a volunteer position fill in the: Coquitlam RCMP Volunteer Application package

The package includes: 

• Coquitlam RCMP Volunteer Application Form
• Under 19 consent (only required for volunteers between the ages of 16 to 19)
• Police Information Check application
• Locations where applications can be dropped off

Return the completed forms in-person and bring valid government ID, to one of the following locations:

• Main Detachment: 2986 Guildford Way, Coquitlam
• Ridgeway Community Police Station: 1059 Ridgeway Avenue, Coquitlam
• Burquitlam Community Police Station: 557 Emerson Street, Coquitlam
• Mary Hill Community Police Station: 2581 Mary Hill Road, Port Coquitlam
• Coast Meridian Community Police Station: 3312 Coast Meridian Road, Port Coquitlam

Please give yourself plenty of time when submitting the Volunteer Application Form and bring valid government ID. A Police Information Check (PIC) must be completed upon submission. 

Follow the links below to find out more about how each of our programs and how you can get involved.