Our History

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Over 100 Years of Excellence

The Vancouver Police Pipe Band has been in continuous existence since 1914, making it the oldest non-military pipe band in British Columbia and one of the most senior police pipe bands in the world.

What began with a handful of pipers at the opening of a new police station has grown into a legendary institution - performing everywhere from local community events to the grounds of Buckingham Palace, carrying forward a tradition of musical excellence and public service.

A black-and-white photo of a group of men in Scottish military uniforms, with some holding bagpipes, standing outdoors with trees in the background. They are posing around drums with a person in the center, possibly a leader or conductor. The text at the bottom reads "Vancouver Pipe Band 1930."
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100 Year World Tour

An interactive map showing all the places the band has traveled in the past 100+ years. Select a gold marker to view photos from our archives.

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