Police Honours

Police Honours Night commenced in 1981 and provides an annual occasion for the province to recognize members of the RCMP and independent police services who have performed an exemplary service to the citizens of British Columbia. The honourees are selected by a committee comprised of representatives from the B.C. Association of Chiefs of Police and the Policing and Security Programs Branch, Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General. Police Honours Night is hosted by the Lieutenant Governor at Government House in Victoria.

• 2010 Police Honours Recipients
• 2009 Police Honours Recipients
• 2008 Police Honours Recipients
• 2007 Police Honours Recipients
• 2006 Police Honours Recipients
• 2005 Police Honours Recipients

Medals are presented for either valorous service or meritorious service. The criteria for the medals are as follows:

Valorous Service – This is the highest award for a police officer in British Columbia and involves an act of exceptional valour in the face of extreme hazard. It is awarded to police officers who purposely took action for the benefit of others while knowing that, in doing so, they placed themselves at substantial risk of death or serious injury.

Meritorious Service – This is exemplary performance that enhances the image of police officers in British Columbia. It is awarded to police officers who clearly demonstrated that they acted in a manner significantly beyond the standard normally expected.

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