The Vancouver Police Department is proud to introduce the Retired Police Officer Program (RPOP), a temporary contract opportunity for retired officers to return to operational policing in a meaningful and adaptable capacity.RPOP allows retired members to continue serving the community, mentor younger officers, and remain connected to frontline policing – without the commitment of a full-time career.A retired officer applicant must satisfy the basic requirements to apply for a temporary experienced contract police officer position:Eligible to retire, recently retired, or a serving Canadian police officer within the last three yearsPolice recruit training provided by any of the following Canadian police training academies:RCMP Training Academy (Depot); Ontario Police CollegeChief Crowfoot Learning Centre (Calgary Police Service)Edmonton Police Service, Basic Recruit TrainingLethbridge CollegeWinnipeg Police Service, Police Recruit Training AcademyRoyal Newfoundland ConstabularySaskatchewan Police CollegeÉcole Nationale de Police du QuébecAtlantic Police AcademyCanadian Forces Military Police Academy or Justice Institute of British ColumbiaMust not be the subject of any current Police Act allegations, Professional Standards investigations,



Independent Investigations Office complaints or equivalent disciplinary processes in other provincesDeployable to work patrolPass a medical exam to confirm fit for dutyPossess a valid Class 5 driver's licenceAble to pass all elements of the on-boarding process, which includes, but not limited to, VPD use-of-force qualificationsPolice officer retiring from the VPD wanting to continue working at the VPD:Retiring member to express interest to Human Resources Inspector Jim Kenney about continuing to work for the VPD after retirementAll required provincially mandated training courses, use-of-force, and firearms must be up to date prior to a contract offer, including CPR-C first aid. This allows the VPD contract member to be immediately deployable to patrol.Internal checks to be completed by Human Resources and Professional StandardsThe VPD is proud to be named one of BC's Top Employers for 2026.The annual Top Employers program celebrates organizations across BC that create outstanding workplaces that prioritize continuous learning, support knowledge transfer from experienced staff, and welcome fresh perspectives of those entering the workforce.The award underscores the VPD's ongoing efforts to support officers and civilian staff through robust training, career development and wellness programs.

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