Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Abbotsford, British Columbia, call the Abbotsford Police Department non-emergency line at 604-859-5225 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 9-1-1 2.
Who to call in Abbotsford
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 9-1-1 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Abbotsford Police Department) | 604-859-5225 | 1 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 1 |
| Suicide crisis | 9-8-8 (call or text) | 3 |
What does the Abbotsford Police Department say?
"While this work is under way, you can still report a crime online or call our non-emergency line at 604-859-5225 ." 1
When should you use the non-emergency line?
The official page lists these examples 1:
- "Please Note: A break-in to your residence or business is not eligible for online reporting. Call 604-859-5225 to report this incident."
Who answers the call?
In Abbotsford, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Abbotsford Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in British Columbia: Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, Richmond, Coquitlam, Kelowna, Victoria. All cities: Police non-emergency numbers by city. Every national number: Emergency numbers in Canada.
Frequently asked questions
What is the non-emergency number for police in Abbotsford?
604-859-5225, the Abbotsford Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is 604-859-5225 the same as 9-1-1?
No. 9-1-1 is for emergencies 2; 604-859-5225 is the Abbotsford Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Abbotsford?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Abbotsford Police Department has an official online reporting page 1.
Sources · 3
- Abbotsford Police Department · Report a Crime | Abbotsford Police Department checked 2026-11-05
- Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) · 9-1-1 Services for Traditional Wireline, VoIP and Wireless Phone Services checked 2026-10-28
- 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline · Get Help, 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline checked 2026-11-05