Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Richmond, British Columbia, call the Richmond RCMP (GRC) non-emergency line at 604-278-1212 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 9-1-1 2.
Who to call in Richmond
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 9-1-1 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Richmond RCMP (GRC)) | 604-278-1212 | 1 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 3 |
| Suicide crisis | 9-8-8 (call or text) | 4 |
What does the Richmond RCMP (GRC) say?
"If a crime has occurred but no suspect is present, please call the non-emergency number 604-278-1212 or use the link above to file a report online." 1
When should you use the non-emergency line?
The official page lists these examples 1:
- "If a crime has occurred but no suspect is present, please call the non-emergency number 604-278-1212 or use the link above to file a report online."
Who answers the call?
In Richmond, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Richmond RCMP (GRC) 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in British Columbia: Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, Abbotsford, 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 Richmond?
604-278-1212, the Richmond RCMP (GRC) non-emergency line 1.
Is 604-278-1212 the same as 9-1-1?
No. 9-1-1 is for emergencies 2; 604-278-1212 is the Richmond RCMP (GRC) line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Richmond?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Richmond RCMP (GRC) has an official online reporting page 3.
Sources · 4
- City of Richmond · When to Call Police - City of Richmond, BC 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 Richmond 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