B.C. Officers Honoured For Valour, Commitment To Public Safety

Dozens of police officers have been recognized at the 39th annual Police Honours Night at Government House.

“Day in and day out, police officers work hard throughout British Columbia to keep our communities, homes and roads safe by preventing crime and responding to a variety of calls for service,” said Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General.

“Over the past two nights, we recognized the brave people serving in police departments throughout our province. Policing is a difficult job, and the pandemic spawned a whole new set of challenges. I want to thank our officers for putting their lives on the line for the safety and security of our communities.”

In total, 154 people in law enforcement were recognized for their bravery and dedication.

Farnworth and Lieutenant Governor Janet Austin presented awards to officers of all ranks from municipal departments and the RCMP for their extraordinary bravery in life-saving incidents, devotion above and beyond the call of duty, and work to make communities safer in British Columbia.

In all, 45 officers received the award of valour, which is the highest award for a police officer in B.C. It is awarded to police officers who acted for the benefit of others while knowingly placing themselves at substantial risk of death or serious injury.

In addition, 109 officers were recognized with honours for meritorious service for exemplary performance that answered the call to service in exceptional ways.

It is awarded to police officers who demonstrated that they acted in a manner beyond the call of duty.

For more, visit Government of British Columbia.