Recent statements posted on social media by the vice chair of the Vancouver Police Board do not reflect the values of the Board and are inconsistent with our code of conduct. While I value the many contributions Comfort Sakoma-Fadugba has made as a member of this Board since 2022, these statements have made her continued service on the Board untenable. This afternoon, I requested and received Comfort’s resignation from the Vancouver Police Board.
Sincerely,
Frank Chong
Board Chair
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Discussions are occurring locally and globally, around social issues and the role of policing in the community. The Vancouver Police Board (Board) is committed to engaging in this essential conversation in a way that is productive, collaborative and meets the needs of the people of Vancouver.
The Vancouver Police Board is in unanimous support of the announcement made yesterday by the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP), endorsing the decriminalization of the personal possession of illicit drugs.
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The Board shares the views of the community that it is time to end the racism that exists in all facets of our society, including the justice system and police services.
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As a Board, we collectively believe in the inherent dignity of every person, and are committed to our mission of providing independent civilian oversight, governance and strategic leadership to the VPD in order to reflect the needs, values, and diversity of Vancouver’s communities.
