Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Saint John, New Brunswick, call the Saint John Police Force non-emergency line at 506-648-3333 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 9-1-1 2.
Who to call in Saint John
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 9-1-1 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Saint John Police Force) | 506-648-3333 | 1 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 1 |
| Suicide crisis | 9-8-8 (call or text) | 3 |
What does the Saint John Police Force say?
"In non-emergency cases, citizens can file a report by contacting the police at 506-648-3333 ." 1
Who answers the call?
In Saint John, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Saint John Police Force 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in New Brunswick: Moncton, Fredericton. 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 Saint John?
506-648-3333, the Saint John Police Force non-emergency line 1.
Is 506-648-3333 the same as 9-1-1?
No. 9-1-1 is for emergencies 2; 506-648-3333 is the Saint John Police Force line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Saint John?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Saint John Police Force has an official online reporting page 1.
Sources · 3
- Saint John Police Force · File a Report | Saint John Police Force 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