RCMP in Canada: A Newcomer’s Guide
This guide is intended to provide information about the following topics:
- the role of policing in Canada
- when and how to contact police
- what to expect if approached or questioned by police
- crime prevention programs
- preventing crime in your neighbourhood.
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Services and information
About the RCMP
The RCMP is Canada's national police service.
Programs and services
Services the RCMP offer in your community.
Contact police
We encourage you to contact your local police service to report all crime and suspicious activity.
Police interactions
There are a number of reasons police may need to speak with you.
Crime prevention
You may need a criminal record check for various purposes.
Keeping your children safe
There are many things you can do to keep yourself and your children safe.
Criminal Record checks
You may need a criminal record check for various purposes.
Career opportunities
The RCMP is full of opportunity for continued learning and growth.
Additional resources
Contact information for commonly used resources.
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