Our vision: Burnaby is a safe community for all
The Community Safety and Well-Being Plan provides a framework for making decisions about community safety in Burnaby. It sets the course for the future, with pragmatic initiatives and actions for today.
Building on the success of the original 2020 plan, the updated plan reflects the voices of over 1,600 residents, businesses, and community partners who shared their experiences and priorities through surveys, pop-up events, focus groups and workshops.
What's new and key priorities
The updated plan outlines 17 strategic actions and 60 initiatives for 2025 alone, with new projects to be introduced annually. It aligns with broader City strategies, including Burnaby 2050, the Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation Framework, and the Anti-Racism Framework.
The 2025 plan focuses on 5 key areas:
- Community safety and connection – Strengthening trust and collaboration between residents, the City, Burnaby RCMP, and the Burnaby Fire Department.
- Emergency and climate resilience – Enhanced preparedness for emergencies and disasters, extreme weather, and other emergencies, including new technologies and community education.
- Safer public spaces – Initiatives to improve lighting, accessibility, and safety in parks, streets, and civic facilities.
- Responsive and inclusive services – Programs that address homelessness and embed anti-racism, Indigenous leadership, and equity into a proactive approach to services.
- Youth and Family First Strategy – A comprehensive new framework focused on prevention, intervention, and support for young people and families.