Canadian Police College programs evolve to address modern challenges
Canada Police College modernizes training to tackle leadership and cybercrime, enhancing RCMP skills for future challenges.
Careers
Taking a closer look at the spectrum of careers at the RCMP, and our recruiting and training efforts.
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RCMP Youth Academy offers teens authentic Depot experience
RCMP in Prince George, British Columbia host their 20th annual Youth Academy during March Break. The camp welcomes high-school students to experience a week at "Depot."
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First DICE candidates graduate from Depot marking the success of the diversity program
RCMP drives recruitment, breaking barriers and fostering a culture of mentorship through diversity pre-cadet program.
Recruiting
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Retired RCMP Commissioner William Elliott talks about his unexpected path to becoming leader (Q-and-A)
Former RCMP Commissioner William J. S. Elliott sits down with the Gazette to discuss becoming Commissioner, and the obstacles he faced in the role.
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With half a century of service, when it comes to financial crime Sergeant Bernie Martin has seen it all
Financial Crime unit recognizes Sergeant Bernie Martin’s golden legacy and the depth of his policing experience.
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Milestone appointment brings fresh vision to RCMP’s senior leadership team
RCMP makes history by appointing first woman Corps Sergeant Major, committing to preserving tradition and advancing modernization efforts
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Former CFL defensive back turned Mountie recruits athletic trainer to RCMP
Before joining the ranks, RCMP officers first met on the football field. Listen to our audio story to hear how early starts with the CFL led to a touchdown in the RCMP.
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Former CFL cheerleader now cheers for the RCMP
Jen James traded in her pom-poms for an RCMP ID card. Listen to our audio story to find out about her experience cheering for the Roughriders, and her current career as a public servant.
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From infantry to cybercrime: Inspector Lina Dabit continues to defy expectations
With 30 years of service, Inspector Lina Dabit has had a wild career with the RCMP. Read about the challenges she's faced and what they've taught her.
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Former CFL player chooses second career as RCMP officer
Retired RCMP Corporal Judson Mayes played with the Canadian Football League before embarking on a career with the RCMP. Read about his journey and how he overcame the obstacles in his way.
Recruiting
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Canadian Police College relies on partnerships for high-level training
The Canadian Police College provides advanced and specialized training for the entire Canadian policing sector and a growing number of international agencies.
RCMP150
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Public servant becomes RCMP officer, credits influence of strong women mentors
Q&A with Constable MacKenzie Taylor Scott about why she decided to become a police officer as a second career, the role of women in the RCMP, and the importance of having mentors.
Recruiting
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RCMP Public Order Unit partners with French national police for training
The RCMP's Ottawa Tactical Support Group attend extensive public order training at France's national police training centre.
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RCMP revamps fitness assessment to reflect on-duty demands on officers
The RCMP has launched a new fitness test that provides a streamlined approach to enhancing individual fitness goals, while offering new techniques to measure performance on duty. It helps ensure that officers are able to perform the physic
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Organizational strides in Nunavut with the appointment of first Staff Sergeant Major
Nunavut appoints first Staff Sergeant Major to strengthen ties with the community and help standardize policing approach across the territory.
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New pre-cadet program aims to remove systemic barriers
A troop of 32 diverse pre-cadets gathered at the RCMP’s training academy to gain hands-on experience and learn more about a career in policing.
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Officer finds adventure in second career with the RCMP (Questions and Answers with Constable Matt Hope)
Constable Matt Hope’s career has spanned the country. He says there’s no other job like it.
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In this Q-and-A, Commissioner Mike Duheme says he's working to make RCMP an employer of choice
In this Q-and-A, Commissioner Mike Duheme talks about his top priorities for the RCMP and his plan to advance them.
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Black officers connect with potential recruits
To increase diversity in the RCMP, four officers organized a recruiting session, in winter 2022, for members of the Black and African community in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia.
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Police program jump-starts RCMP careers for nearly 75 Indigenous youth
Each year, the RCMP's Indigenous Pre-Cadet Training Program brings a handful of young Indigenous Canadians, aged 19-29, to Regina for a three-week paid training session at Depot, the force’s training academy.
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RCMP adjusts training to support Indigenous policing
The RCMP-run Canadian Police College is committed to serving the national policing community and their organizations' needs.
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Visit to RCMP training centre opens teens' minds
Read how RCMP Corporal Kimberly Rutherford and a group of high school basketball players from Gold River, British Columbia, put their skills to the test while visiting the RCMP Pacific Region Training Centre.
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Skills from previous careers help RCMP officers in policing
A former pastor, social worker and lifeguard joined the RCMP. Read how they're using skills from their previous jobs to help Canadians
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Mentoring officers for a career in major crime (Major Crimes - Part 4)
Read how RCMP in Yukon are offering a mentoring program for officers interested in joining Major Crime Units
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RCMP Reserve Program offers retired officers employment
Reservist Al Jagoe knew he couldn’t completely step away from police work when he retired after more than 35 years with the RCMP.
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RCMP recruiters seek to build diverse force
Across Canada, a group of RCMP officers work every day to attract new recruits and ensure the national police force remains vibrant and reflects the people it serves.
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In-flight officers train for any threat
The RCMP's in-flight security officers are trained to protect the crew and passengers on selected high-risk flights.
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