Abbotsford police say a middle school vice principal is facing child pornography charges.

In a statement, the Abbotsford Police Department said Michael Haire, 38, has been charged with making available child pornography and possession of child pornography.

They identified him as a vice principal at William A. Fraser Middle School in the city's McMillan neighbourhood, next to Yale Secondary.

"This investigation is exceptionally concerning given Mr. Haire's position of authority and access to youth in Abbotsford," Det. Keith Nugent said in the statement. "We ask anyone with information to please contact us."

Police said an investigation was launched by child exploitation detectives in July 2018. Computers and other electronic devices were seized from Haire's home after a search warrant was executed.

The devices are still being examined by the APD's digital forensic lab, police said, but thousands of video and images of child pornography and child abuse have already been uncovered.

Police said Haire has been an employee with the school district for 12 years and a vice principal at William A. Fraser Middle School for three. He has no criminal record.