Community Services
In the event of an emergency, please call 911. For concerns of illegal activity or a concern that requires police service, please contact the Sunshine Coast RCMP non-emergency line at 604-885-2266, or use their online reporting tool.
Report a Safety Concern
Have a non-emergency community safety concern such as nuisance behaviour, aggressive solicitation/panhandling, unhoused encampments, etc? Please connect with us by clicking the yellow button below or send us an email.
The District of Sechelt supports a multidisciplinary approach to public safety and coordinates with appropriate levels of government to prepare for and respond to emergencies.
Community Safety Information
| Community Reporting |
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If you notice something unsafe that is a non-emergency in the community, we would like to hear about it. Please let us know by Reporting a Safety Concern.
PLEASE NOTE: This Community Safety email will be monitored between 8:00 am to 5:45 pm Monday to Sunday, except Statutory holidays. Inside these hours, we will do our best to respond within two hours. |
| Community Safety Technical Working Group |
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This is a group of community partners including the RCMP, VCH, BC Housing, the District of Sechelt and other community members. The group generally meets monthly to discuss any concerns and put items into action. Meeting Highlights 2026 |
| Sechelt Citizens on Patrol |
| This is a volunteer-led community organization dedicated to enhancing safety and preventing crime in Sechelt. They are aways looking for volunteers. Connect with them through their website here. |
| Community Watch Pilot Project |
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The Community Watch Team pilot project patrols downtown Sechelt, Davis Bay and surrounding areas, as well as District of Sechelt facilities, parks and washrooms, seven nights a week. The contracted security firm specializes in de-escalation techniques and has specific check in points throughout the community. |
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Wildfire |
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If you spot a wildfire, please call 1 800 663 5555 or *5555 on a cellphone. Residents should protect their homes and be fire smart. A FireSmartBC grant is a available for you to request a FREE FireSmart assessment of your home or property to help reduce fire risks. |
Emergency Shelters
| Sechelt |
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Raincity 5653 Lamprey Lane (off Wharf St.) 24/7 Breakfast and dinner provided |
| Gibsons |
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Open: October to April 15, 2025 Hours: 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. daily Location: 5-682 Gibsons Way, Gibsons Breakfast, to go lunch and dinner provided |
| Organization | Program(s) | Phone number |
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| Sunshine Coast Community Services |
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604-885-5881 |
| Sunshine Coast Resource Centre |
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604-885-4088 |
| shíshálh Nation Support Services |
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604-885-2273 |
| Yew Transition House |
For female victims of battering and abuse |
604-885-5128 24 hour line: 604-885-2294 |
| BC Housing | Housing assistance | 604-433-2218 |
| Vancouver Coastal Health | Health care services | 1-866-884-0888 |
| Service BC |
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604-885-5187 |
| Child and Family Services |
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604-740-8900 |
| WorkBC | Employment services | 604-885-3351 |
| Sechelt Courthouse | Provincial courthouse | 604-740-8929 |
| Canadian Mental Health Association | Mental health support | 419-646-5557 |
| Arrowhead Clubhouse |
Clubhouse for Sunshine Coast residents with |
604-747-4734 |
View emergency contacts here.