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. |
| 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.