Prince George, B.C.- Just one week to go and the Canada Winter Games will be underway in Prince George.

The Prince George Detachment of the RCMP  is ready for the influx of  athletes, their support staff, and visitors.

( at right,  RCMP Safety Bear and Nanguz Mascot for the Games- image courtesy RCMP)The Prince George RCMP has taken steps to ensure that we have adequate police officers on staff at all times, to serve the city of Prince George and help to ensure the safety of our visitors, says Superintendent Warren Brown.

Additional resources have been brought in to support and supplement policing needs. Some specialized police units such as Air, Traffic and Police Dog Services have also been deployed to Prince George to maximize response opportunities.  Although  additional resources  have been brought into the City, Supt. Brown says  residents  will not notice  a change in police service.

Supt. Brown does advise that  people  should  do some extra planning  as having so many  people descend on the City can have an impact on  traffic “While the 2015 Games are on, people should plan on taking a little extra time to get to their destinations, whether it is visiting one of the exciting events or part of their regular routine in the city. And as always, if people see something suspicious or suspect a crime is taking place, call the Prince George RCMP.”

Supt. Brown says  the Games will  provide an  opportunity  for residents and visitors to enjoy  all that Prince George has to offer   While the Canada Games are on, we would encourage everyone to work together to create a safe and crime free environment.