Victoria, B.C. – The Province has announced  the appointment of Craig Callens as the RCMP’s new commanding officer in B.C.

Callens, who joined the RCMP in 1985, has served in northern B.C. and Lower Mainland communities. He has worked on major crime investigations including homicides, and in senior, commanding roles. Most recently, he
served as criminal operations officer for "E" Division and acting commanding officer.

Senior ministry officials headed the selection process leading to Callens’s appointment. The Province sought a new commanding officer accountable to British Columbians. The officials interviewed top candidates before the Solicitor General approved the selection of Callens.