ALI and ANI are our 9-1-1 Moose Ambassadors and they love attending community events.
ALI is a teacher and a mentor who hates pocket dials and loves 9-1-1 callers who listen carefully, speak clearly and answer call takers’ questions as best they can. ANI loves teaching little and big kids about preventing pocket dials, emergency vs. non-emergency calls and knowing your location when you call 9-1-1.
If you have an upcoming event in your community, contact [email protected] to request to have ANI or ALI, our 9‑1‑1 Moose Ambassadors, attend along with their 9-1-1 education material.
Recent Events
2022
AVICC Convention – April 1-3
E-Comm's Communications Manager, Kaila Butler attended the Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities (AVICC) Convention from April 1-3 to share important 9-1-1 messages.
VPD Safety Fair – April 2
Communications Specialist, Dolly Loi attended the VPD Safety Fair to share important 9-1-1 information
Vancouver Canucks Game – April 14
In honour of 9-1-1 Awareness Week, Police Call Taker Kiana cranked the siren at the Vancouver Canucks game on April 14. E-Comm's Ambassador Ali attended as well.
Richmond Fire Open House – May 7
Communications Specialist Dolly Loi with Fire Chief Jim Wishlove at the Richmond Fire Open House on May 7.
VPD Senior Fair – June 8
Communications Specialist, Kelly Furey with Chief Adam Palmer at the VPD Senior Fair on June 8
Hats Off Day – Burnaby
Communications Specialist Kelly Furey attending Hats Off Day in Burnaby on June 18.
On Your Block Festival – July 9
Communications Specialist Dolly Loi sharing information and 9-1-1 tips at On Your Block Festival in New Westminster on July 9.
Chinatown Festival – July 16
Communications Specialists Tona Aboaba and Dolly Loi posing with festival attendees in traditional Chinese attire at Chinatown Festival in Vancouver on July 16
Collingwood Days – July 23
E-Comm's Communications Manager, Kaila Butler shared important 9-1-1 information with visitors at Collingwood Days on July 23
Children's Safety Scavenger Hunt – August 26
Communications Specialist Martina chatting with visitors at the Children's Safety Scavenger Hunt in Vancouver on August 26.
Abbotsford Police Movie Night – September 2
Communications Specialist Martina sharing important 9-1-1 info with visitors at the Abbotsford Police Movie Night on September 2.
Mission Fire Open House - October 2, 2022
We attended Mission Fire Open House on October 2 to share important 9-1-1 messaging and engage with the local communities.
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Communications Specialist Dolly and New Westminster Fire & Rescue's Fire Dog Sparky are posing for a photo at the New Westminster Fire and Rescue Services Open House on October 15.
2020
Jewish Federation of Greater Vancouver Presentation
On January 9, 2020 we visited the Jewish Federation of Greater Vancouver for a presentation to staff on 9-1-1 and the non-emergency line.
Chinese New Year Parade - Jan 26, 2020
Our 9-1-1 ambassador ALI really enjoyed the Chinese New Year parade. He was excited to meet members of the community, big and small, to help share important 9-1-1 messages.
Chinese New Year Parade - Jan 26, 2020
Our 9-1-1 ambassador ALI really enjoyed the Chinese New Year parade. He was excited to meet members of the community, big and small, to help share important 9-1-1 messages.
2019
Chinese New Year Parade - ALI - NITRO - February 10, 2019
Our 9-1-1 Ambassador ALI was proud to march in the Chinese New Year Parade in Vancouver on Feb. 10, 2019.
LMLGA 2019
E-Comm connected with mayors, councillors and civic officials at the Lower Mainland Local Government Association Conference May 8-10, 2019. In the photo: Coquitlam City Councillor Trish Mandewo and E-Comm CEO Oliver Grüter-Andrew.
Delta Police Day 2019
E-Comm joined other law enforcement and public safety agencies for Delta Police Day on May 16, 2019 at the Sungod Recreation Centre in North Delta.
BC Fire Expo June 2019
Members of the E-Comm Fire Dispatch and Technology teams were thrilled to be at the largest display of firefighting equipment and services in the Pacific Northwest at the BC Fire Expo in Penticton. Great to connect with fire chiefs, firefighters and emergency vehicle techs.
Marine conference June 2019_web
We were at the World Maritime Rescue Congress from June 15-18
in Vancouver. The congress featured search and rescue practitioners,
industry and governments—all sharing experiences and best practices
and setting the course for the future of maritime search and rescue.
Hasting Sunrise Summer Kick-off
We had a blast sharing public safety tips at the Hastings Sunrise Summer Kick-off community event on July 6.
Hasting Sunrise Summer Kick-off
We had a blast sharing public safety tips at the Hastings Sunrise Summer Kick-off community event on July 6.
Pride Parade 2019
E-Comm staff members joined our partners at the VPD to march in the 2019 Vancouver Pride Parade.
Cops and Kids on Commercial Drive
Our friend Ali joined us at the Cops and Kids on Commercial Drive event in September, teaching kids all about when and how to dial 9-1-1.
UBCM Convention 2019
E-Comm was at the UBCM Convention chatting with delegates about public safety across B.C.
UBCM Convention 2019
E-Comm was at the UBCM Convention chatting with delegates about public safety across B.C.
Welcome to Coquitlam - Oct 9, 2019
E-Comm Director and City of Coquitlam - Municipality Councillor Brent Asmundson popped by our booth at the 2019 Welcome to Coquitlam event at the city hall on October 9th. It was great to see everyone!
New Westminster Fire and Rescue Services Open House - Oct 6, 2019
On October 6th and during Fire Prevention Week, we had a great time at the 2019 New Westminster Fire & Rescue Services Open House talking about when and when not to call 9-1-1.
Santa Claus Parade 2019
We had a great time walking in the Vancouver Santa Claus parade with our CPC friends!
2018
Chinese New Year Parade - Nitro - ALI - Constable Chip - 18Feb-18
E-Comm was at the 45th Vancouver Chinatown
Spring Festival Parade on Feb. 18, 2018.
Vaisakhi Parade_Vancouver_April 14 2018
Our 9-1-1 ambassador ALI took part in the Vancouver Vaisakhi parade on April 14, 2018.
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E-Comm President and CEO Oliver Grüter-Andrew
meets with memberas of the Fraser Valley Regional District in Whistler on May 10. 2018.
Emergency Preparedness Week 2018
E-Comm representatives at the May 11, 2018 emergency preparedness event at Canada Place in Vancouver. Photo credit: Michael Beck, BCIT News.
Collingwood Day - May 26, 2018
E-Comm had a great time at Collingwood Days in Vancouver with representatives from Collingwood Community Policing Centre and Crime Stoppers.
West Van Community Day 2018_web
We joined West Vancouver Police and Victim Services volunteers to chat about a variety of public safety matters including calling 9-1-1 at the West Vancouver 2018 Community Day on June 2, 2018.
Golden Spike Days 2018
Port Moody Police Department Chief Constable David Fleugel stopped by our tent at Golden Spike Days in Port Moody on Canada Day, July 1, 2018.
Hastings Sunrise Summer Kickoff July 7, 2018
We joined Hastings Sunrise Community Policing Centre volunteers to chat with the community about 9-1-1 tips at the Sunrise Summer Kick-off in the East Village in Vancouver on July 7, 2018.
Vancouver Pride Parade August 5, 2018
E-Comm staff were proud to be part of the Vancouver Pride Parade marching alongside City of Vancouver, Vancouver Police Department and our local community policing partners on August 5, 2018.
Burnaby RCMP Musical Ride August 15, 2018
E-Comm had a great time with the community chatting about public safety and 9-1-1 tips at the Burnaby RCMP Musical Ride at Swangard Stadium on August 15, 2018.
Cops Kids and Commercial Drive September 9, 2018
ALI, E-Comm's ambassador, had a blast connecting with the public and sharing our public education messages at the Cops, Kids and Commercial Drive community event in Vancouver on September 9, 2018.
Cops for Cancer's Tour de Coast September 24, 2018
E-Comm had a great time fundraising money for Canadian Cancer Society and participating as guest riders in both Tour de Valley and Tour de Coast.
On September 24, 2018 the Tour de Coast visited E-Comm, where staff presented the Canadian Cancer Society with a $7,500 donation.
New Westminster Fire and Rescue Services Open House October 13, 2018
Our 9-1-1 Ambassador ALI was a big hit with the kids at the New Westminster Fire and Rescue Services Open House in New Westminster on October 13, 2018.
E-Comm at JIBC
We joined Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC)'s Career/Recruiting Fair to chat with Law Enforcement Studies students about current job opportunities on October 15, 2018.
Emergency Prep Conf Oct 2018
E-Comm attended the 2018 Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity Conference in Vancouver Oct. 29-30, 2018. Practitioners from the areas of emergency management, health, first response, emergency social services and volunteerism, business continuity and academic/technical took part.
Remembrance Day 2018 - Vancouver
E-Comm attended the Victory Square Remembrance Day Ceremony, on November 11, 2018, to honour all those who have served and sacrificed for our country and freedom.
Santa Claus Parade 2018
Our 9-1-1 Ambassador ALI was proud to march alongside our Vancouver police partners at the Santa Clause Parade on December 2, 2018.
2017
Vancouver Pride Parade
E-Comm staff were proud to march in the Vancouver Pride Parade on August 6.
2017 Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP) Conference
From April 10-12 E-Comm attended the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police Conference in Vancouver.
2017 Collingwood Days Festival
On May 27 E-Comm attended the 2017 Collingwood Days Festival.
Vancouver Santa Claus Parade 2017
Our 9-1-1 mascot ALI joined our Vancouver Police Department partners to celebrate the 2017 Santa Claus Parade on December 3.
First Responders' Weekend at the PNE
E-Comm was proud to be at the PNE to celebrate First Responders' Weekend and share public safety information with the public on August 19.
2017 Chinese New Year Parade
On January 29 ALI marched alongside Vancouver Police Department mascots in the 2017 Chinese New Year Parade.
Golden Spike Days
On July 1 E-Comm attended Golden Spike Days.
New Westminster Fire & Rescue Open House
E-Comm and our 9-1-1 mascot ALI had a great time at the New Westminster Fire & Rescue Services Open House on October 15.
2017 Union of BC Municipalities Convention & Tradeshow
E-Comm was happy to be at the 2017 Union of BC Municipalities Convention & Tradeshow to talk about 9-1-1 with members of local government from September 27-28.
2017 Lower Mainland Local Government Association (LMLGA)
On May 10-12 E-Comm attended the LMLGA conference to provide public safety information to delegates.
RCMP Musical Ride 2017
E-Comm provided public safety information to spectators at the RCMP Musical Ride in Burnaby on August 18.
Emergency Preparedness Week
On May 7 E-Comm was part of the City of Vancouver’s Emergency Preparedness Week at Science World.
2017 Vancouver Vaisakhi Parade
E-Comm celebrated with VPD partners at the Vancouver Vaisakhi Parade on April 22.
2016
Burnaby RCMP Senior Fraud Awareness Forum
On March 17 E-Comm took part in the Burnaby RCMP Senior Fraud Awareness Forum to share information about public safety with the public.
Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP) Information & Technology Workshop
On February 22 & 23 E-Comm attended the CACP Information & Technology Workshop to provide public safety information to delegates.
2016 Chinese New Year Parade
E-Comm celebrated at the Vancouver Chinese New Year Parade on February 14.
Collingwood Days
E-Comm joined community police partners on May 28 at Collingwood Days.
Emergency Preparedness Week
On April 29 & 30 E-Comm was part of Emergency Preparedness Week at Science World.
2016 Rogers Santa Claus Parade
On December 4 ALI marched alongside Vancouver Police Department mascots in the 2016 Rogers Santa Claus Parade.
Lower Mainland Local Government Association (LMLGA) Conference
May 11-13 E-Comm attended the LMLGA conference to provide public safety information to delegates.
2016 Hastings Sunrise Summer Kickoff
On July 9 E-Comm joined partners at the Hastings Sunrise Summer Kickoff.
2016 Vancouver Pride Parade
E-Comm staff were proud to march alongside VPD partners at the 2016 Vancouver Pride Parade on July 31.
2016 St. Patrick's Day Parade
E-Comm walked alongside the Vancouver Police Department in the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 13.
2016 Vancouver Vaisakhi Parade
E-Comm celebrated with VPD partners at the Vancouver Vaisakhi Parade on April 16.
West Vancouver Community Day
On June 4 E-Comm was in West Vancouver in celebration of Community Day.
2016 BC Fire Expo
On June 5 & 6 E-Comm attended the B.C. Fire Expo.
2015
2015 Vancouver Chinese New Year Parade
On February 22 E-Comm marched alongside our Vancouver Police partners in the annual Vancouver Chinese New Year parade.
West Vancouver Community Day
On June 6, E-Comm joined our partners in West Vancouver for the annual West Vancouver Community Day.
2015 St.Patrick's Day Parade
E-Comm attended the St. Patrick's Day parade in downtown Vancouver on March 15.
Vancouver Vaisakhi Parade
E-Comm celebrated at the Vancouver Vaisakhi Parade on April 11.
Collingwood Days Festival
E-Comm attended the Collingwood Days festival in Vancouver on May 30.
Vancouver Pride Parade
On August 2 E-Comm walked alongside the Vancouver Police Department in the 37th Annual Pride Parade.
2015 Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM)
September 23 & 24 E-Comm attended the UBCM tradeshow to provide public safety information to delegates.
2014
Steveston Salmon Festival
E-Comm celebrated Canada Day and the rich heritage of the Steveston community at the Steveston Salmon Festival July 1.
New Westminster Fire & Rescue Services Open House
On October 5 E-Comm joined New Westminster Fire & Rescue Services for their annual Open House.
The Amazing Disaster Rally
On May 10 E-Comm attended the Amazing Disaster Rally in New Westminster - an event that helps showcase the important role cyclists have in emergency situations.
Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP) Conference
From August 24-27 E-Comm attended the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police Conference in Victoria.
First Responders Day at Science World
On October 18 and 19 E-Comm attended First Responders Weekend at Science World.
Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police Information & Communications Technology Workshop
From February 23-26 E-Comm attended the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP) Information & Communications Technology Workshop in Vancouver.
Burnaby RCMP Community Safety Forum
On April 24 from 1pm-3pm ALI joined the Burnaby RCMP at Metropolis at Metrotown for a Community Safety Forum.
Raise-a-Reader
On September 24 E-Comm joined our Vancouver Police partners on the streets of downtown Vancouver to help raise funds for Raise-a-Reader Day.
Burnaby RCMP Open House
On September 27 E-Comm joined our Burnaby RCMP partners for their 2nd Annual Open House.
APCO Canada 2014 Conference
From November 3-6 E-Comm attended the APCO Canada 2014 Conference & Tradeshow in Vancouver.
Collingwood Days Festival
E-Comm celebrated Collingwood's heritage at this year's Collingwood Days Festival on May 31.
2014 Santa Claus Parade
On December 7 E-Comm marched alongside our Vancouver Police partners in Vancouver's annual Santa Claus parade.
Vaisakhi Parade & Celebration
ALI marched alongside our Vancouver Police Department partners in the 2014 Vancouver Vaisakhi Parade on April 12.
West Vancouver Community Day
E-Comm participated in West Vancouver's Community Day on June 7.
PNE First Responders Weekend
On August 16 E-Comm joined a number of first responder partners and agencies at the opening weekend of the PNE for
its First Responders Weekend.
St.Patrick's Day Parade
On March 16 ALI joined our Vancouver Police Partners for the 2014 St.Patrick's Day Parade!
Vancouver Chinese New Year Parade
On February 2 E-Comm marched in Vancouver's 2014 Chinese New Year Parade through historic Chinatown.
Vancouver Pride Parade
On August 3 E-Comm walked alongside our Vancouver Police partners in downtown Vancouver for the Pride Parade.
Cops, Kids & Commercial Drive
On September 14, E-Comm ambassador ANI attended the 10th Annual Cops, Kids and Commercial Drive event at Grandview Park.
Variety Show of Hearts Telethon
On January 26 several E-Comm staff volunteered for the Variety Show of Hearts Telethon that raised $6.6 million for the Children's Charity.
2013
Vaisakhi Parade & Celebration
ALI marched with the Vancouver Police Department at the Vancouver Vaisakhi Parade & Celebration on April 13, 2013.
Burnaby RCMP Open House
On September 14, ALI attended the Burnaby RCMP Open House, a free and fun event that included exhibits and demonstrations.
Chinese New Year Parade 2013
ALI marched in the Chinese New Year Parade with the Vancouver Police Department on February 17, 2013
Chinese New Year Parade 2013
ALI marched in the Chinese New Year Parade with the Vancouver Police Department on February 17, 2013
CITIG 7 Workshop
On November 25 & 26 E-Comm attended the Canadian Interoperability Technology Interest Group (CITIG) workshop - a highly interactive event addressing key voice and data interoperability issues facing today's public safety sector.
Cops and Kids
E-Comm attended the eighth annual Cops & Kids event on September 15 at Grandview Park. The back-to-school safety event also included VPD patrol officers with their emergency vehicles, the motorcycle squad and more!
ELSA Net Conference
On November 4 E-Comm attended the annual English Language Services for Adults (ELSA) Net Conference in support of basic and intermediate level English training for adult newcomers to Canada.
First Responders Weekend 2013
On October 19 & 20 E-Comm attended First Responders Weekend at Science World to help showcase who first responders are, what they do, the technology they use, and the role that science plays in their work.
New Westminter Fire & Rescue Services Open House
On October 5 ALI attended the New Westminster Fire & Rescue Services Open House to learn about emergency services, community safety agencies and fire safety.
Vancouver Pride Parade
ALI showed his support by marching alongside our policing partners and volunteers at the Vancouver Pride Parade on August 4.
Raise-a-Reader
ALI joined other famous mascots on the streets of downtown Vancouver September 25 to help raise funds for Raise-a-Reader Day.
RCMP Musical Ride
On August 27, ALI attended one of Canada's most beloved traditions - the RCMP Musical Ride in Burnaby.
Vancouver St.Patrick's Day Parade
ALI marched in the St. Patrick's Day parade with the Vancouver Police department on March 17, 2013.
Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM)
E-Comm hosted an information booth at this year's UBCM conference and exhibition on September 18 & 19.
Santa Claus Parade
On December 1 ALI joined the Vancouver Police Department for the 10th Annual Rogers Santa Claus Parade.
West Vancouver Community Day
E-Comm celebrated Community Day in West Vancouver on June 1. The fun-filled day began with a parade, followed by activities and festivities for the whole family.
2012
New Westminster Fire & Rescue Open House
E-Comm hosted a public education booth at the New Westminster Fire & Rescue Services' 6th Annual Open House on October 13, 2012 at the Glenbrook Fire Hall. The event included live dispatch and auto extrication demos, equipment displays, the New West Firefighters' Charitable BBQ by donation and mascots Sparky the Fire Dog and ALI the 9-1-1 ambassador.
Canadian Risk and Hazards Network symposium
E-Comm hosted an exhibit at the Canadian Risk and Hazards Network (CRHNet) annual symposium's tradeshow in Vancouver October 24-26, 2012, where we launched our new "Dialing 9-1-1 after an earthquake" info cards.
8th Annual St.Patrick's Day Parade
ALI, our favourite 9-1-1 moose mascot, marched in this year's Celtic Fest Vancouver's Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on Sunday, March 18. Along with his partners from some of Vancouver's Community Policing Centres and Vancouver Police Department, he gave our stickers, magnets and a lot of high-fives! A great event that we hope to be at again in upcoming years.
Golden Spike Days
Despite all the rain, Golden Spike Days provided an awesome venue for vendors at Rocky Point Park on June 30 in Port Moody this year. We had a great time talking to passerbys about 9-1-1 tips for both adults and kids!
Cops, Kids, & Commercial Drive
It was another great event at this year's Cops, Kids & Commercial Drive event at Grandview Park in Vancouver. This annual back-to-school event, held Sunday, September 16 this year, brought kids and families in droves to learn about 911, local policing and of course to meet ALI, our favourite moose (pictured above alongside VPD Constable Chip).
Santa Claus Parade
ALI marched with the Vancouver Police Department mascots in the Rogers Santa Claus Parade in Vancouver on December 3, 2012
Santa Claus Parade
ALI marched with the Vancouver Police Department mascots in the Rogers Santa Claus Parade in Vancouver on December 3, 2012
Community Policing Day
ALI stopped by the Community Policing Day open house at the Collingwood CPC on Sept. 29 for a BBQ and bike safety roadeo for kids.
Chinese New Year Parade 2012
Our new mascot, ALI, debuted at this year's Chinese New Year parade in Vancouver's Chinatown on Sunday, January 29 this year! Walking alongside the Vancouver Police Department and our local community policing centres, kids and families got the chance to pick up some of our 9-1-1 education material and meet Luke, ALI and Cst Chip (pictured below).
Community Policing Day
ALI stopped by the Community Policing Day open house at the Collingwood CPC on Sept. 29 for a BBQ and bike safety roadeo for kids.
Vancouver Pride Parade
ALI, our beloved 9-1-1 ambassador, walked alongside our policing partners and volunteers at the annual Pride Parade through the streets of Downtown Vancouver on Sunday, August 5. His pride filled stickers were a hit in the crowds of over 600,000 spectators. What an event!
2011
Police Leadership 2011 Conference
The British Columbia Association of Chiefs of Police, the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General, and the Justice Institute of British Columbia, Police Academy hosted the Police Leadership 2011 Conference in Vancouver, British Columbia. This is Canada's largest police leadership conference.
E-Comm GIS Coordinator Robert Darts spoke to delegates about Emergency Events Map Viewer our GIS/CAD data integration application. E2MV is designed to provide a common operating picture for emergency services.
UBCM 2011 Convention
Held September 28 & 29 at the Vancouver Trade and Convention Centre, we were thrilled to host a booth and meeting delegates from all over the conference at the UBCM Exhibition.
Cops for Cancer 2011
The Cops for Cancer riders stopped at E-Comm once again this year to receive a cheque for $3,878 raised via staff donations. We are so proud of our riders who braved the cold and rain!
Cops & Kids event, Vancouver
Thanks again to our partners at the Grandview-Woodland Community Policing Centre for another fantastic Cops and Kids event. On Sunday, September 18 we were at Woodland Park in Vancouver teaching kids how to dial 9-1-1 on special phones just for