What is Manitoba Crime Stoppers?

It is a community-based program that unites the general public, news media, and the police in an effort to solve crimes that have been committed in Manitoba.

How Does Crime Stoppers Work?

A volunteer board of directors representing all parts of rural Manitoba co-ordinate the program at the provincial level, establish policies and raise funds.

At the local level, volunteers serve on regional boards and on community committees. They are involved in publicizing the program, raising funds, and overseeing award payments at the community level. Volunteers receive no financial compensation for their efforts.

Who are the Partners in Manitoba Crime Stoppers?

The Manitoba Chamber of Commerce was responsible for the establishment of Crime Stoppers in 1985 and maintains an ongoing interest in the program.

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police provide a co-ordinator who works closely with the provincial board, news media and local police.

News media play a key role for providing publicity as a public service. Television re-enactments, newspaper articles and radio announcements inform the public of unsolved crimes and encourage people with knowledge of these incidents to phone the tip line: 1-800-782-8477.