 Hi, I would like to talk to you about the VPD's online system for reporting crime. It's a faster, more efficient way to report non-emergency incidents and for police follow-up. To use the system, the incident you are reporting must have happened in Vancouver. If there was an element of violence, we ask that you call 911 instead. To complete your report, you will need a valid email address. After you submit your report, you will receive an email confirmation with a submission receipt number. This is not the police file number. Once your submission is reviewed, you will receive an additional email with a police file number. This could take up to 48 hours. In some cases, a police officer may contact you directly with the file number. We hope you find this system helpful and easy to use. Thank you.