When it comes to ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone in downtown Kamloops, knowing who to call in an emergency or non-emergency situation can make all the difference. Whether you’re a business owner, a concerned resident, or just passing through, understanding the appropriate channels can ensure timely and effective support. From urgent situations requiring immediate intervention to non-emergency issues that still need attention, this guide will help you navigate the appropriate channels to ensure everyone gets the help they need when they need it most.
We encourage all downtown Kamloops members to review our Who To Call sheet and have it readily available in their business.
Crime imminent or in progress, active fire, medical emergency, mental health crisis/disruptive behaviour:
RCMP, Kamloops Fire Rescue, Ambulance, Integrated Crisis Response Team (formerly Car 40)
911
Substance Use Crisis:
Crisis response - Community-led CRCL (Monday - Friday 12pm - 8pm)
778-470-2725
Crime already happened, perpetrator is gone:
RCMP Non-Emergency
250-828-3000
Sleeping in front of businesses/blocking doors, encampments, blocking sidewalks, property conditions:
236-597-3157
250-828-3409
250-574-2447
Any issue - access and dispatch resources, drug paraphernalia pick-up:
Downtown Kamloops CAP Team (Available Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm)
250-572-3008
250-572-3009
250-372-3242 ext 104
Fire safety concerns:
KFR Non-Emergency
250-372-5131
Litter clean-up from streets & alleys, graffiti removal/coverage, drug paraphernalia pick-up:
Clean Team (Monday - Thursday)
250-376-2411