Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Coquitlam, British Columbia, call the Coquitlam RCMP (GRC) non-emergency line at 604-945-1550 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 9-1-1 2.
Who to call in Coquitlam
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 9-1-1 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Coquitlam RCMP (GRC)) | 604-945-1550 | 1 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 3 |
| Suicide crisis | 9-8-8 (call or text) | 4 |
What does the Coquitlam RCMP (GRC) say?
"If you have a crime that requires a police officer, call the non-emergency number at 604-945-1550 ." 1
When should you use the non-emergency line?
The official page lists these examples 5:
- "Found graffiti or damage to public/ private properties"
- "Lost items"
- "Driving complaints when you have lost sight of the vehicle"
- "Theft that occurred overnight"
Who answers the call?
In Coquitlam, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Coquitlam RCMP (GRC) 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in British Columbia: Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, Richmond, Abbotsford, 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 Coquitlam?
604-945-1550, the Coquitlam RCMP (GRC) non-emergency line 1.
Is 604-945-1550 the same as 9-1-1?
No. 9-1-1 is for emergencies 2; 604-945-1550 is the Coquitlam RCMP (GRC) line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Coquitlam?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Coquitlam RCMP (GRC) has an official online reporting page 3.
Sources · 5
- City of Coquitlam · Staff Directory • Coquitlam RCMP 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
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police · Contact Coquitlam RCMP | Royal Canadian Mounted Police checked 2026-11-05
- 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline · Get Help, 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline checked 2026-11-05
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police · Police remind the public to report crime and suspicious activities | Royal Canadian Mounted Police checked 2026-11-05