A glimpse into Depot life

Life at Depot is demanding both mentally and physically, but it is deeply rewarding. You will be challenged to grow, adapt, and perform in a structured, fast‑paced environment while building discipline, confidence, and resilience.

Along the way, you will build strong connections that often continue throughout your policing career. Here is what to expect when you train as a cadet at the RCMP Academy.

Get to know Depot

The RCMP Academy, commonly known to many as Depot, is located in Regina, Saskatchewan. As the oldest division of the RCMP, Depot has been preparing generations of Mounties to serve communities across Canada since 1885.

The Academy offers a nationally recognized training campus featuring on-site classroom, fitness, and tactical training spaces. It is an active training site and a secure facility with controlled access. The Academy is also home to the RCMP Chapel, the oldest building in Regina, reflecting Depot’s deep roots in the community.

Cadet life overview

Cadets are part of a 32-member troop with diverse backgrounds
Troops function as one: eating meals together, moving around base as a unit and dressing in uniform, and sharing accommodation
Free time is limited in training: life as a cadet involves long, active days with little time off
- training is typically Monday to Friday. Days start early in the morning with evening and weekend activities and practice
- statutory holidays are part of the training schedule – aligning with the 24/7 nature of policing
Depot is physically demanding: training builds strength and endurance over time. A good level of fitness helps ease the transition
Cadets have assigned duties within the troop: such as Right Marker, Admin Marker, playing in the Depot band, Unit Liaisons, Committee members, and other roles
Training is delivered year-round: cadets experience the variable weather in Saskatchewan. Prepare for heat, cold, wind, rain, snow, and more

Living with a troop

During the 6-month (26-week) Cadet Training Program, cadets live in shared dormitory quarters with their troop. Learning to adapt to communal living and staying organized is an important part of training, discipline, and daily efficiency.

Dorms include:

kitchen space with a fridge, microwave, sink and storage for food and supplies
a shared lounge area to support collaboration and downtime
- furnished with televisions, space for studying or relaxing, and access to a secure RCMP computer
individual sleeping spaces (“pit”)
washroom and shower facilities include designated spaces for men and women, as well as gender-inclusive options
a dry-firing range, and gun cleaning, ironing and polishing rooms

What does a pit look like

Each cadet has a small, individual living space, which includes:

sleeping accommodations (single bed)
workspace (desk and chair)
clothing storage (closet and drawers)
secure storage
access to an electrical outlet
essentials, such as storage bins, hangers, linens, blankets, pillows, and garbage containers

Division Mess and other amenities

The Division Mess (dining area)

weekly rotating menu offering fresh and balanced meals
choose options from the main steam-line, sandwich bar, salad bar and bakery
arrange meal accommodations for a variety of dietary needs and preferences, including Kosher, Halal, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan and other specific requirements

Recreational facilities

These include outdoor fitness equipment, multiple gyms, a swimming pool, a disc golf course and an outdoor rink during the winter months.

On-site parking

Lots are accessible for private vehicles. There is no cost for parking. There are no plugins for block heaters for EVs in the cadet parking lot.

On-site laundry

Appliances operate with laundry cards for cadets to purchase and reload as needed.

Support at Depot

Training at the RCMP Academy can be a daunting, but exciting experience. Cadets live away from family and friends for 6 months, with new people, new challenges, a busy schedule, limited free time, and high expectations.

Depot has a network of teams and services working together to create a healthy, respectful and safe training environment for cadets.

personal support includes a Cadet Resource Liaison, a Social Worker, Independent Centre for Harassment Resolution, chaplains and spiritual support, onsite doctor, nurses and a psychologist
spiritual spaces include the RCMP Chapel, the Indigenous Spirit Room and the Quiet Room
troop supports include facilitators, Sibling Troops, as well as wellness and diversity committees
the Learning Resource Center supports academic and professional excellence by providing quality library services and resources to cadets and employees

Conduct and expectations for cadets

RCMP Core Values: RCMP officers and cadets are expected to consistently live and demonstrate the RCMP’s core values; take responsibility, show respect, serve with excellence, demonstrate compassion and act with integrity both on and off duty.
Alcohol consumption: Alcohol is not permitted in dorms or on balconies; licensed use is restricted to the Stand Easy Lounge on the base.
Personal technology use: Cadets can use personal devices with limited use during evenings and weekends. Devices are not allowed during exams.
Schedule demands: Time is limited, so connecting with family and friends may be difficult.

Community life in Regina

Regina is Saskatchewan’s capital city. Home to Canadian Football League team, the Saskatchewan Roughriders, it also boasts one of the largest urban parks in North America and has over 500,000 planted trees. Bordered by a vast green space, Depot is home to a wide range of wildlife. You will see a variety of birds, Canada geese, jackrabbits, ducks and more.

There are many local amenities to explore including parks, walking and cycling paths, restaurants, movie theatres, malls, museums, places of worship, farmers’ markets, arts and entertainment. Essentials are easy to access, with many local grocery and retail stores.

Transportation options include ride shares, cab companies, and public transit bus routes. The Regina International Airport (YQR) is conveniently located just outside the city’s downtown hub, facilitating smooth transit in and out of the city.

Cadets have opportunity to connect with the community by participating in local events hosted by Depot including the Depot Sunset Ceremonies, the RCMP National Memorial, local literacy nights, and other community parades and events.

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