Diverse and Inclusive Pre-Cadet Experience
Note
The next Diverse and Inclusive Pre-Cadet Experience troop is scheduled for January 29 to February 16, 2024.
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The Diverse and Inclusive Pre-Cadet Experience (DICE) is a new RCMP recruitment and retention initiative focused on removing systemic barriers that impact racialized and underrepresented persons who aspire to join the RCMP.
- Newcomers to Canada (that is new Canadian citizens or permanent residents)
- Persons from diverse ethnic and cultural groups
- Members from a visible minority and persons from racialized communities
The program is a three-week training session hosted at the RCMP Academy, Depot Division, in Regina, Saskatchewan.
As a Diverse and Inclusive Pre-Cadet Experience candidate, you'll learn:
- how to work as part of a policing team
- an introduction to the Criminal Code and RCMP policy
- physical fitness and drill
- skills to help prepare you to apply to be a police officer
Once candidates have completed the program there is ongoing support and guidance as they go through the RCMP's police officer application process.
Requirements to apply
- be 19 years of age or older
- be a Canadian citizen or have permanent resident status in Canada
- be of good character
- be able to pass an enhanced reliability security check
- be in good physical condition
Cost
The program costs are covered 100% by the RCMP including travel, uniform, meals and accommodations.
Learn how to apply
To get more information or to learn how to apply, please email the program mailbox at rcmp.dice-ecdi.grc@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.