The Saanich Police Department (SPD) has signed their Chief Constable to a contract extension.
In a press release on Friday, April 26, Saanich police announced Chief Const. Dean Duthie has agreed to a three-year extension, meaning he’s signed until Jan. 31, 2029.
“We are so pleased to continue working with Dean Duthie in his role as Chief Constable,” said Saanich mayor and Saanich police board chair Dean Murdock. “The police board is grateful to Chief Duthie and the SPD senior leadership team for the exceptional leadership they provide to the department, the Board, and the people of Saanich. This contract extension provides the public safety assurance and continuity that the community deserves and expects.”
Duthie has been working for the SPD for 29 years, and was named the Chief Constable on Feb. 1, 2022.
“A passion for helping, supporting, and keeping others feel safe. It inspires me,” said Duthie. And instills trust and confidence in the people we serve every day and night.”
“My leadership focus and outlook strongly align with our values and strategic plan, which is to modernize and optimize supports, systems, and functions so officers and staff can effectively manage increasing and emerging pressures and expectations,” he added. This vision will help guide us as we continue to strengthen our ability to keep our dedicated officers and staff healthy, motivated, and equipped as they provide professional and ethical police and public safety services to people within our growing and evolving community.”
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