On June 11th, the band was honoured to perform at the “Last Post” ceremony at Menin Gate, Ypres Belgium. Pipe Major Cal was the soloist and played “Sleep Dearie Sleep”. A wreath was laid for our friend and former band mate, John Briggs who sadly passed away in February 2021.

During the "Last Post" ceremony at Menin Gate, the band laid a wreath in memory of our friend and drummer John Briggs who passed away in 2021. Thanks John, we miss you! #Gratitude #DDayTour #veterans

Here's a page that may be of interest to local Pipers and Drummers. "This is a page where you can find out the latest news, upcoming Club dates and guests as well as various happenings around the Island with regards to piping and drumming. #Bagpipes #BritishColumbia #Pipeband

On Monday November 11th, join the Vancouver Police Pipe Band in remembering and honouring our fallen. The Remembrance Day parade begins at John Oliver Secondary School and continues east along E41st to the Cenotaph in Memorial South Park. The parade steps off shortly after 10 am

Congratulations to BC #Recruit Class #173-graduation day! Always a proud moment welcoming new officers into our proud profession with another 'esprit-de-corps' performance by our VanPolicePipeBand, steeped in history & tradition! Great Class VPD Recruiting Vancouver Police

Last evening, our band celebrated the festive season with our annual Christmas/Holiday party, held at the Deep Cove Yacht Club. Presentations were made to retiring Pipe Staff Sergeant Sandy following 18 yrs of service and to Carol, our Bands Person of the year.

Last evening at our AGM, Drum Major Dave Caven announced his retirement from both the Vancouver Police Department and the Pipe Band. Congratulations and best wishes Dave as you move on to new endeavours. We will miss your friendship, leadership and support you provided the band.

TBT from 2018 and one of the last Santa Claus parades in Vancouver. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays everyone.

The Band is pleased to be participating in the Chinatown Spring Festival Parade, taking place this Sunday, Feb 2. The parade steps off at 11 am from the Millennium Gate on E. Pender and travels east to Gore before turning west along Keefer and back to Carrall. Kung Hei Fat Choi!

We were challenged with a bit of inclement weather today, but still had a great time celebrating the Chinese Spring Festival in Vancouver. It was nice to see such a large, happy crowd, enjoying the event. #vancouver #vancouverpolice #bagpipes #pipeband #ChineseSpringFestival

Goosebumps from the wall of sound from the Pipes and Drums at the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 opening ceremony in Vancouver! 🥁🎶🪈 #InvictusGames2025 #InvictusGames

Congratulations to Chief Adam Palmer on his upcoming retirement. Chief Palmer’s commitment and service to the citizens of Vancouver and the entire Dept was exemplary. We're grateful to Adam for the support  and leadership he bestowed upon us. Best wishes to Adam and his family.

Happy International Bagpipe Day! We remember the warm reception we received in France. and Belgium in 2024. We were honoured to perform at the Juno Beach commemoration on the 6th of June and at the Menin Gate ceremony in Ypres a week later.

On #VimyRidgeDay, we’re looking back on last year’s visit to Vimy Ridge—a powerful experience for our band. Playing at the memorial was an honour and a reminder of the importance of remembering. #LestWeForget #PipeBandRemembers #VimyRidge

We’re bringing the pipes & drums to the Vaisakhi Parade this Sat, Apr 12 at the Ross Street Temple! Vaisakhi marks the birth of the Khalsa & celebrates Sikh unity, courage & community. Come celebrate with us! Parade route: kdsross.com/vaisakhi/vaisa… #Vaisakhi2025 #PipeBand

Happy Easter from the VPD Pipe Band! Today we’re trading drum rolls for dinner rolls and filling our day with good tunes and great company. Wishing you a safe, joyful Easter filled with laughter, sunshine, and maybe a little chocolate on the side. #Easter #VPDPipeBand

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Congratulations to Steve Rai on his appointment as the 32nd Chief Constable of the Vancouver Police Department. We wish you success and best wishes in your new role.

A picture of the VanPolicePipeBand Pipe Major was seen on a tram in Basel, Switzerland this week. It was taken last year at the Basel Tattoo, where the band performed. The #VPD Pipe Band began in 1914, and has performed and competed all over the world.