Service and Priorities

SACP patrol vehicle

Patrolled by:

Salmon Arm RCMP Citizens Patrol sign

We serve two main functions:

  • assist the RCMP and the City in the prevention and detection of unlawful activities
  • assist in community activities when requested by the City, RCMP, Insurance Corporation of British Columbia, or other community organizations

Our Major Activities

Patrols – Weekdays and Weekends

  • we always work in pairs during our 4 hour shifts
  • we travel in vehicles and also walk during nice weather
  • you drive your own vehicle on patrol with SACP/RCMP signage after first notifying our local RCMP Detachment and the RCMP Kelowna Dispatch Centre
  • your vehicle must be properly insured and in good mechanical condition
  • you are reimbursed for using your vehicle while on patrol
  • patrol hours are flexible, you and your partner decide which day and time you would like to do your patrol

Speed Watch

Speed Watch is a proactive program – we do NOT issue tickets.

Stolen Auto Recovery (SAR)

We download stolen-vehicle information from the Canadian Police Information Centre [CPIC] and use tablets to check for stolen licence plates and vehicles.

SAR is a proactive program – we do NOT issue tickets and CANNOT upload vehicle information.

Lock Out Auto Crime (LOAC)

LOAC is a proactive program – we do NOT issue tickets but DO leave notices on windshields.

Disability Parking

This is a proactive program – we do NOT issue tickets, but DO leave notices on windshields.

Community Activities

In the calendar year we normally assist with community events including the Coldest Night of the Year, Canada Day celebrations, direct people during major events, and support other local safety initiatives.

Monthly Meetings and Activities

We have numerous couples in the group. Some like to patrol together but many prefer to go out with other partners every once in a while. It is interesting to get to know other members as well.

Our monthly meetings include updates of important events, a short teaching moment, and an opportunity to share amusing Patrol anecdotes.

We believe that socializing is important for group morale and host one social event per year in addition to attending community events.

SACP summer BBQ

SACP members at the 2025 summer BBQ

Volunteer appreciation dinner

SACP members at the annual Shaw Centre Plan B Volunteer Appreciation Dinner

Holiday parade support

SACP member managing pedestrian traffic as the 2025 Holiday Parade approaches to ensure safety and order.