The current facility was constructed in the late 1990s, serving a population of approximately 47,000 people (1999 census). Since then, the West Shore region has experienced significant growth and is now home to more than 85,000 people (2021 census). This has resulted in higher demands for police services and staffing.

Expansion of the facility is proposed to support the RCMP to operate efficiently and continue to provide a high level of community safety service by addressing the following constraints:

• Rapid Population Growth: The population increase in the communities across the West Shore has created the need to hire additional officers, which has put a demand on the building’s capacity.

• Space Limitations: The current facility provides 37,000 sq ft for 174 RCMP Officers, support staff, equipment, and vehicles. That number is forecasted to grow by five to seven staff each year to serve our growing population. Temporary overflow spaces have been secured, but these are short-term solutions.

• Operational Challenges: Without expansion, the current facility will not meet the current and future policing needs of the community effectively.

The project is using an Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) model. This approach brings together architects, builders, engineers, the RCMP and municipal representatives in a collaborative process to ensure the best outcomes. The focus is on shared goals, transparent decision-making, and efficient use of funds.

• Pre-Validation Phase (Complete): Initial steps included securing overflow detachment space, determining the project budget, and selecting project partners like architects and contractors.

• Validation Phase (January–December 2025): This phase will refine the project scope, budget, and design through collaborative workshops and determine whether the project will proceed.

• Contingent upon Validation - Detailed Design (2025–2026): Finalizing the building design with input from all partners.

• Contingent upon Validation - Construction (2025–2028): Demolition of portions of the detachment, site preparation, and construction an expanded detachment.

Borrowing to fund the proposed facility expansion is being facilitated through a partnership with the Capital Regional District (CRD). Borrowing for this project will extend over a period of 25 years. At the November 12, 2025, CRD Board Meeting, staff will present recommendations for the funding process to the Board for consideration.