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Folks, let’s be honest—when you think of a Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) officer, what image pops into your head? A tall figure in a Stetson, the Red Serge, horse-riding boots, and the whole nine yards, right? Now, picture that […]
Located in Regina, Saskatchewan, Depot Division (pronounced Deh-poh, not Dee-poh) is probably one of the most famous police training academies in the world. As one of the oldest RCMP divisions, Depot has been training prospective policing recruits into fully fledged […]
Let’s be honest, something is not working with our current bail system in Canada. On December 27, Constable Greg Pierzchala from the Ontario Provincial Police was shot and killed while on duty on a rural road outside of Hamilton. His […]
Uniquely RCMP The RCMP are a unique entity in the law enforcement world. No other police service covers as much territory as Canada’s iconic Mounties. Of Canada’s 13 provinces and territories, the RCMP operate as the provincial and municipal police […]
“Where’s the beef?!” isn’t just a catchy phrase from a famously beloved fast-food commercial – it’s a very real question that cattle producers and livestock investigators alike frequently ask. Across Canada’s prairie provinces cattle rustling is on the rise. […]
A recent article in the Calgary Herald raised concerns about a planned and fundamental end of contract policing in Canada. Facts matter, so let’s be clear about one important topic: The Government of Canada has not shared any intention to […]
Canadians are known worldwide for being fair and kind. That reputation is generally deserved and reflected all across Canada. So why doesn’t that fairness and kindness extend to police officers? A Smile and A Wave Go Miles Many Canadians support […]
You may wonder why a police service would need a team specialized in underwater operations. After all, why would the RCMP need to go to the bottom of rivers, lakes, or oceans? The truth is that sometimes things can be […]
Pop quiz: someone runs at you with a knife – what do you do? Most of us would probably turn around and run as fast as we could the other direction – but this isn’t the case for a police […]
Much like maple syrup, beavers, polar bears, and frequently saying “sorry”, the RCMP’s Red Serge is an iconic Canadian symbol. Mounties and their uniforms are so well recognized that they have been depicted in several Hollywood films like Rose Marie […]
When you think about where RCMP Members work, the first image that comes to mind generally isn’t on a boat. But for this highly specialized RCMP unit, the Members home is a boat…for seven days at a time. The West […]
Working for the RCMP means a career filled with adventure. Officers have the opportunity to live and serve all over Canada – including in some of the most remote and rugged communities in the country. To learn more about some […]
