Surrey, B.C. – The Surrey Police Board is pleased to announce the reappointment of Chief Constable Norm Lipinski to lead Surrey Police Service (SPS) through the completion of the policing transition and beyond. This is a three-year contract with an option for renewal for up to two additional years.

Chief Lipinski was selected as SPS’s first Chief Constable in late 2020. Over the past five years, Chief Lipinski has led SPS through the largest and most complex policing transition in Canadian history, which has involved hiring almost 600 police officers, delivering on hundreds of requirements for SPS to become the police of jurisdiction, and developing a strong community-first approach to policing in the City of Surrey.

“Chief Norm Lipinski provides stability, thoughtful leadership, dedication to the people of Surrey, and a commitment to deliver modern, inclusive and accountable community-based policing,” said Surrey Police Board Chair, Harley Chappell. “This extension of Chief Lipinski’s mandate is a clear expression of the Board’s confidence in him and his commitment to providing a top-tier police service for Surrey.”

Chief Lipinski is an accomplished and highly respected policing leader who has served in large, urban municipalities, including Edmonton Police Service, RCMP “E” Division, and Delta Police Department. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Laws Degree and a Master of Business Administration.