Comox Valley residents can now report crimes online involving lost or stolen property. Comox Valley RCMP has launched an online crime reporting website that allows people to generate a report and file number for crimes.
You can use Online Crime Reporting if:
- You have lost something that costs less than $5000
- Someone has stolen something from you that costs less than $5000
- Someone has vandalized your property or vehicle and it will cost less than $5000 to repair it
- The crime happened within the jurisdiction of the Comox Valley RCMP
The online crime reporting website will not be able to create a file if:
- you have a witness to or suspect for the crime you are reporting
- lost or stolen item(s) involves personal identity or firearms
To report a crime through the online tool, residents need to provide an address, phone number, and valid email address. The process typically takes less than 15 minutes to complete.
This new, efficient way to report crimes provides citizens with the file numbers they may need in circumstances of lost or stolen property and allows RCMP front-line staff to focus on higher-priority issues to ultimately improve response times, which will improve the safety of our community.
For immediate police assistance, please call 9-1-1
Comox Valley detachment non-emergency phone: 250-338-1321
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Community safety
The City of Courtenay and the Comox Valley RCMP prioritize efforts that support a safe, healthy and accessible community for all residents and visitors.
Working collaboratively on areas of mutual concern, the City and RCMP prioritize health-based solutions for complex social issues, while keeping our community members safe.
While specific responsibilities are guided by legislation and limited to available resources, we continue to advocate for additional support and resources from all levels of government to provide much needed investments in mental health and addictions services and housing designed to address the needs in our community.
Where to report concerns:
For a crime in progress or immediate police assistance, call 9-1-1
To report crimes that have occured, suspicious, or illegal activity please call the Comox Valley RCMP at 250-338-1321, or report it online.
The RCMP deals with criminal activity and disorderly behaviour, including:
- Trespass on private property
- Drugs - using and dealing
- Speeding/vehicle noise
- Panhandling on boulevards
- After-hours noise (after 4:30 p.m. weekdays, all day on weekends.)
- Criminal activity
- Encampments on private property
To report City-related issues:
NEW: Bylaw Complaint Form
The City of Courtenay will not respond to anonymous complaints.
Bylaw Enforcement webpage
250-334-4441 ext. 5 or bylaw@courtenay.ca
- Illegal dumping
- Noise 8 a.m. to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday
- Parking
- Graffiti
- Overgrown vegetation
- Illegal parking
Neighbourhood concerns:
- Animal control
- Unsightly properties
- Derelict vehicles
- Wood burning smoke
- Water compliance
- Unlawful tree cutting
- Unlawful fence heights
- Nuisances – ongoing disturbances to a neighbourhood or area
- Encampments on public property
How to make a complaint:
- In writing: 830 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay, BC V9N 2J7
- By telephone: 250-334-4441 (ext. 5)
- By email bylaw@courtenay.ca
Encampments on public property:
Bylaw Enforcement
250-334-4441 ext. 5
bylaw@courtenay.ca
Encampments on private property:
Comox Valley RCMP
250-338-1321
Discarded needles on public property:
For needles discarded in public spaces, please call the City’s Public Works Services during office hours at 250-338-1525 or email publicworks@courtenay.ca. Please provide detailed location information to help crews quickly and safely find it. For your safety, do not touch or pick up the needle.
Things you can do:
Report Criminal Activity:
If you witness criminal behaviour call 9-1-1 if a crime is underway.
To report crimes that have occurred (i.e., stolen property) report it online, or call 250-338-1321 to report suspicious or illegal activity.
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