Royal Canadian Mounted Police facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Royal Canadian Mounted Police Gendarmerie royale du Canada
Badge of the RCMP
Patch (i.e. shoulder flash) of the RCMP
Corps ensign of the RCMP
Common name	The Mounties
Abbreviation	RCMP GRC
Motto	Maintiens le droit (French for 'uphold the right' / 'maintain the right' / 'defend the law')
Agency overview
Formed	May 23, 1873; 152 years ago (1873-05-23) (NWMP formed) February 1, 1920 (1920-02-01) (renamed to RCMP and absorption of Dominion Police)
Preceding agencies	Royal North-West Mounted Police (RNWMP) (1873) Dominion Police (1868)
Employees	30,092 (2019)
Volunteers	Approximately 1,600 auxiliary constables
Jurisdictional structure
Federal agency	Canada
Operations jurisdiction	Canada
Constituting instruments	Royal Canadian Mounted Police Act (RCMP Act) Various provincial police legislation
General nature	Federal law enforcement Local civilian police
Operational structure
Headquarters	M. J. Nadon Government of Canada Building 73 Leikin Drive Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0R2
Sworn members	22,445 (April 2019) Commissioners: 1 Deputy commissioners: 6 Assistant commissioners: 26 Chief superintendents: 54 Superintendents: 179 Inspectors: 339 Corps sergeants major: 1 Sergeants major: 10 Staff sergeants major: 8 Staff sergeants: 830 Sergeants: 1,993 Corporals: 3,641 Constables: 11,970 Special constables: 106 Civilian members: 3,087
Unsworn members	5,759 (April 2019) Public Service employees: 5,759
Minister responsible	Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety
Agency executive	Michael Duheme, Commissioner
Parent agency	Public Safety Canada
Divisions	15 National Division: National Capital Region B Division: Newfoundland and Labrador C Division: Quebec D Division: Manitoba E Division: British Columbia F Division: Saskatchewan G Division: Northwest Territories H Division: Nova Scotia J Division: New Brunswick K Division: Alberta L Division: Prince Edward Island M Division: Yukon O Division: Ontario V Division: Nunavut Depot Division: Regina, Saskatchewan; Innisfail, Alberta
Detachments	712  Alberta: 119 BC/BCE: 154  Manitoba: 88  New Brunswick: 44  Newfoundland: 43  Northwest Territories: 22  Nova Scotia: 53  Nunavut: 26  Ontario: 16  Prince Edward Island: 6  Quebec: 14  Saskatchewan: 113  Yukon: 14
Facilities
Vehicles	8,677 Cars: 5,600 Trucks: 2,350 Motorcycles: 34 Snowmobiles: 481 All-terrain vehicles: 181
Boats	5
Fixed-wings	26
Helicopters	9
Notables
Significant incidents	Mayerthorpe tragedy Spiritwood Incident Moncton shooting 2020 Nova Scotia attacks 2022 alleged plot to kill Coutts RCMP officers
Awards	Battle honours Canadian Newsmaker of the Year (2007)
While a federal agency, the RCMP also serves as the local law enforcement agency for various provincial, municipal, and First Nations jurisdictions.

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) is Canada's national police force. It is often called the Mounties. The RCMP works for the Government of Canada. They also provide police services to 11 provinces and territories, over 150 cities, and 600 Indigenous communities.

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police was created in 1920. It combined two older police groups: the Royal North-West Mounted Police and the Dominion Police. RCMP officers can act as peace officers across all of Canada. They enforce federal laws and investigate crimes that cross provincial or international borders. They also help with Canadian peacekeeping missions.

Even though they are called "Mounted Police," the RCMP does not use horses for daily police work anymore. Horses are mainly used for special events and ceremonies. The Canadian government sees the RCMP as an important national symbol. However, the RCMP has faced some challenges and criticism over the years. This includes issues with workplace culture and how they handled certain events.

History of the RCMP

How the RCMP Started (1920–1970)

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police was formed in 1920. It brought together two police groups: the Royal North-West Mounted Police (RNWMP) and the Dominion Police. The RNWMP used to police the Canadian West. The Dominion Police handled federal law enforcement and security. The new RCMP kept the strong, disciplined style of the RNWMP.

In 1928, the government allowed the RCMP to sign agreements with provinces and cities. This meant the RCMP could help with local policing. The federal government paid most of the costs. By 1950, many provinces chose to use the RCMP instead of their own police forces.

The RCMP also worked on national security. They looked into groups they thought might be dangerous to Canada. This included some political and cultural groups. The RCMP also helped with immigration matters, like deporting people suspected of being radicals.

In 1932, RCMP officers were involved in a situation where they killed Albert Johnson, known as the "Mad Trapper of Rat River." This happened after a conflict with local trappers and a shootout with officers. Also in 1932, the Customs Preventive Service joined the RCMP.

In 1935, the RCMP was involved in the Regina Riot. This happened when they tried to arrest leaders of the "On-to-Ottawa Trek." This event led to some deaths and political changes. That same year, three RCMP officers were killed while on duty in Saskatchewan and Alberta.

During the 1930s, the RCMP used special constables to help with stopping strikes. A volunteer group called the Legion of Frontiersmen also worked with the RCMP for a short time.

In 1940, the RCMP ship St. Roch made history. It was the first ship to travel through the Northwest Passage from west to east. It also sailed through the passage in one season and went all the way around North America.

In 1941, two Black men from Nova Scotia tried to join the RCMP. Even though they passed the tests, they were not hired. The first Black police officer, Hartley Gosline, was hired in 1969.

After 1945, the RCMP created a new branch for intelligence and counter-espionage. This branch changed names several times and became the Security Service by 1970. In 1949, Newfoundland and Labrador joined Canada, and their police force joined the RCMP. In 1953, the RCMP became a member of Interpol, an international police organization.

Modern RCMP (Late 20th Century)

On July 4, 1973, Queen Elizabeth II approved a new badge for the RCMP. In 1978, the RCMP created 31 part-time emergency response teams. These teams handle serious situations that need a special police response.

In 1986, after some major incidents, the Canadian government asked the RCMP to form the Special Emergency Response Team (SERT). This was a full-time unit to fight terrorism. In 1993, SERT was moved to the Canadian Forces and became Joint Task Force 2 (JTF2).

In 1995, the Personal Protection Group (PPG) was created. This group protects important people like the prime minister and the governor general. This happened after a break-in at the Prime Minister's home.

RCMP Security Service (1950–1984)

The RCMP Security Service (RCMPSS) was a special branch that gathered intelligence and worked on national security. In the late 1970s, it was revealed that the RCMPSS had done some illegal things. Because of this, the RCMPSS was replaced by a new, separate intelligence agency called the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) in 1984. The RCMP and CSIS still work together on some law enforcement tasks, especially those related to anti-terrorism.

RCMP in the 21st Century

After the 9/11 attacks, the RCMP started the Sky Marshals program in 2002. These officers work to keep passenger planes safe.

In March 2005, four RCMP officers were killed in the Mayerthorpe tragedy in Alberta. This led to changes in how officers are armed. In 2011, the RCMP announced that officers would have the C8 rifle available to them.

In 2006, the RCMP and the U.S. Coast Guard started a program called "Shiprider." This allows officers from both countries to work together on each other's boats to patrol the border.

In 2006, RCMP Commissioner Giuliano Zaccardelli resigned. This happened after an inquiry into the Maher Arar case, where the RCMP's actions were questioned. This led to the creation of the Civilian Review and Complaints Commission for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. This group provides more oversight for the RCMP.

In 2007, two RCMP officers died in the Spiritwood Incident in Saskatchewan. Also in 2007, the RCMP was named "Newsmaker of the Year" by The Canadian Press.

2010s RCMP Events

In May 2012, the RCMP's Musical Ride performed for Queen Elizabeth II during her Diamond Jubilee celebrations.

In June 2013, the RCMP's "A Division" was renamed the "National Division." It was given the job of handling corruption cases in Canada and abroad.

In June 2014, three RCMP officers were killed during the Moncton shooting. This event led to a review and charges against the RCMP for not giving officers the right equipment fast enough.

2020s RCMP Events

In March 2020, Chief Allan Adam of the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation was arrested by RCMP officers. The charges against him were later dropped.

In April 2020, RCMP Constable Heidi Stevenson was killed during the 2020 Nova Scotia attacks. The RCMP faced strong criticism for how they responded to this event. Many people called for changes in how the RCMP handles active shooter situations.

In the early 2020s, some people suggested ending the RCMP's program of providing contract policing to provinces and cities. In June 2021, the Privacy Commissioner of Canada found that the RCMP had broken privacy laws by using Clearview AI for searches.

In February 2022, four men were arrested in Alberta for an alleged plan to harm RCMP officers during a protest.

On September 19, 2022, RCMP members led the funeral procession for Queen Elizabeth II in London, England. This showed the special relationship between the RCMP and the Queen.

In 2023, a commission recommended that the RCMP change its training program. It also suggested that the government review the RCMP's role in contract policing. Later that year, the RCMP started a new, shorter training program for federal policing candidates.

RCMP's Role in Colonization

The RCMP has played a big and sometimes controversial role in Canada's history of colonization. One of the RCMP's earlier groups, the RNWMP, had a good relationship with Indigenous peoples at first. However, after treaties were signed, the police services given to Indigenous communities were not always equal to those given to non-Indigenous communities.

Historians have noted that the RCMP's role was to help keep order. This included controlling Indigenous and Métis peoples and helping large ranchers.

From 1920 to 1996, RCMP officers acted as truant officers for Indian residential schools. They helped bring children to these schools, sometimes by force. Records suggest the RCMP believed they were protecting children. However, abuses within the school system were not often reported to the RCMP at the time.

The RCMP was also involved when the government set up new elected councils for First Nations. They sometimes raided traditional chiefs' councils and oversaw elections.

RCMP and Land Disputes

In 1995, the RCMP was involved in the Gustafsen Lake standoff. This was a conflict between armed Indigenous defenders and ranchers over land. The RCMP used a large number of officers and vehicles. They also faced criticism for how they handled media access.

Between 2019 and 2020, the RCMP spent a lot of money policing protests against the Coastal GasLink Pipeline. Protesters were blocking the pipeline's construction on what they said was unceded Wet'suwet'en territory. The RCMP enforced court orders, which led to arrests and international protests.

Women in the RCMP

In the 1920s, Frances Gertrude McGill, a pathologist, helped the RCMP with forensic science. She helped set up the first RCMP forensic lab in 1937 and trained new recruits.

On May 23, 1974, the RCMP announced that women could apply to be regular members. The first group of 32 women started training on September 16, 1974. They graduated on March 3, 1975.

At first, female officers wore different uniforms. Now, all officers wear the same uniforms, with a few exceptions for ceremonial dress or maternity uniforms.

Over the years, women have achieved many firsts in the RCMP:

• 1981: First female corporal in the Musical Ride.
• 1987: First woman in a foreign post.
• 1990: First female detachment commander.
• 1992: First female commissioned officer.
• 1998: First female assistant commissioner.
• 2000: First female deputy commissioner.
• 2006: First interim female commissioner.
• 2018: First permanent female commissioner.

How the RCMP is Organized

International Work

The RCMP has an International Operations Branch (IOB). This branch helps stop international crime that affects Canadian laws. The IOB has 37 liaison officers in 23 countries. These officers help with Canadian investigations abroad and share information with other countries.

Liaison officers are in many parts of the world, including:

• Africa & Middle East: Morocco, South Africa, Jordan, U.A.E.
• Asia-Pacific: India, Pakistan, Thailand, Hong Kong, China, Malaysia, Sri Lanka.
• Europe: United Kingdom, Belgium, France, Germany, Netherlands, Poland, Italy.
• The Americas: Jamaica, Mexico, Colombia, Venezuela, Brazil, Dominican Republic, Trinidad and Tobago, and several cities in the United States.

The RCMP also helps train police officers in other countries, like Iraq. They have also been involved in training the Haitian National Police since 1994.

National Organization

The RCMP is set up under the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Act. This law says the RCMP is Canada's federal police force. It also allows the RCMP to provide police services to provinces and cities if they want them.

The head of the RCMP is the Commissioner. The Commissioner manages the force under the direction of the Minister of Public Safety. The Commissioner works with a Senior Executive Committee (SEC). This committee makes important decisions about the RCMP's plans and policies.

The Commissioner is helped by several Deputy Commissioners. These leaders are in charge of different areas like contract policing, federal policing, and specialized services.

RCMP Divisions

The RCMP divides Canada into different areas called divisions. Each division usually covers one province. For example, "C Division" is Quebec. Ontario has two divisions: National Division (for the capital region) and O Division (for the rest of the province). There is also Depot Division, which is where the RCMP Academy is located in Regina, Saskatchewan. The RCMP National Headquarters is in Ottawa.

RCMP Detachments

A detachment is a local RCMP office that polices a specific area. Detachments can be very different in size. The largest RCMP detachment is in Surrey, British Columbia, with over a thousand employees. Smaller detachments in isolated communities might have as few as three officers.

As of 2022, some large Indigenous communities do not have their own RCMP detachments. They are instead served by detachments in smaller, non-Indigenous communities nearby.

Personal Protection Group

The Personal Protection Group (PPG) is a team of 180 members. They are in charge of keeping important people safe. This includes the King of Canada, other members of the royal family, the governor general, and the prime minister. The PPG was created in 1995 after a break-in at the Prime Minister's home.

The PPG has three units:

• The Governor General's Protection Detail protects the governor general.
• The Prime Minister's Protection Detail protects the prime minister.
• The Very Important Persons Security Section protects other VIPs, like federal ministers and diplomats.

RCMP Personnel

As of April 2019, the RCMP had over 30,000 people working for them. This includes police officers, civilian members, and public service employees.

Regular Members

Regular members are the police officers of the RCMP. They are trained and sworn in as peace officers. They investigate crimes and have the power to make arrests. Regular members work in over 750 detachments across Canada. They usually start with general policing duties for at least three years. This gives them experience in many areas, like responding to emergency calls, traffic enforcement, and collecting evidence.

Regular members can also work in over 150 different roles. These include major crime investigations, emergency response, forensic identification, and police dog services. They can also work in administrative roles like human resources.

Other RCMP Staff

Besides regular members, the RCMP has other types of staff with different roles and responsibilities:

• Community Constables (CC): These armed, paid members help connect the RCMP with local citizens. They use their local knowledge to focus on crime prevention and community relations.
• Reserve Constables (R/Cst.): These are retired RCMP members or other trained officers. They work part-time and have the same powers as regular members when on duty. They usually help with community policing.
• Auxiliary Constables (A/Cst.): These are volunteers who help regular members. They are not police officers themselves but have peace officer powers when working with a regular member. They help with things like crowd control and community events.
• Special Constables (S/Cst.): These employees have special skills. For example, an Indigenous person might be a special constable to help police an Indigenous community where English is not the main language. Many RCMP aircraft pilots are also special constables.
• Civilian Criminal Investigators (CCI): These unarmed staff members have backgrounds in areas like computer science or finance. They help with specialized investigations, preparing court documents, and searching crime scenes.
• Civilian Members: These people are hired for their specialized skills in science, technology, communications, and administration. They support the RCMP's work but do not have police powers.
• Public Service Employees (PSEs): These employees provide administrative support for the RCMP. They are not police officers and do not wear uniforms.
• Municipal Employees (MEs): These people work in RCMP detachments that have contracts with local cities. They are employed by the city, not the RCMP, but they do similar administrative duties as PSEs.

RCMP Ranks

The RCMP's rank system comes from its history as a military-style force. It has both commissioned officers (higher ranks) and non-commissioned officers (lower ranks). The ranks are similar to those in the Canadian Army.

Commissioned officers
Commissioner	Deputy commissioner	Assistant commissioner	Chief superintendent	Superintendent	Inspector
Commissaire	Sous-commissaire	Commissaire adjoint	Surintendant principal	Surintendant	Inspecteur
Commr.	D/Commr.	A/Commr.	C/Supt.	Supt.	Insp.
1	6	33	55	186	331

Non-commissioned officers						Constables	Depot
Corps sergeant major	Sergeant major	Staff sergeant major	Staff sergeant	Sergeant	Corporal	Constable	Cadet
Sergent-major du corps	Sergent-major	Sergent-major d'état major	Sergent d'état-major	Sergent	Caporal	Gendarme	Cadet
C/S/M.	S/M.	S/S/M.	S/Sgt.	Sgt.	Cpl.	Cst.	Cdt.
1	8	10	828	2,037	3,565	11,859	Varies
						No Insignia

Officers with the rank of Inspector and higher are appointed by the Governor-in-Council. Their badges are worn on their shoulders. Lower ranks are non-commissioned officers, and their badges are on their sleeves. Constables do not wear rank insignia.

The star, or "pip," on commissioned officers' badges comes from a military award. The crossed sabre and baton are for general officers, like the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioners. Assistant Commissioners wear a crown over three pips.

In 1968, the shoulder title pin changed from "RCMP" to "GRC-RCMP." This was because all government documents and titles had to be in both English and French.

Honorary Positions

Some members of the Canadian royal family hold special honorary titles in the RCMP. These roles are like those in the Canadian Army. They help promote the RCMP's identity and history. They also visit operational units.

RCMP Equipment and Vehicles

Land Vehicles

The RCMP uses many different vehicles for their work. Their land fleet includes:

• Cars: 5,330
• Unmarked vehicles: 2,811
• Light trucks: 2,090
• Heavy trucks: 123
• SUVs: 616
• Motorcycles: 34
• Small snowmobiles: 481
• All-terrain vehicles: 181
• Gas railway cars: 1
• Tractors: 27
• Buses: 3
• Total: 11,697

Marine Vessels

The RCMP patrols Canada's waters, including lakes, rivers, and coastal areas. They enforce laws related to the environment, fisheries, customs, and immigration.

The RCMP's Marine Division operates five large, high-speed patrol vessels. These vessels are named Inkster, Nadon, Higgitt, Lindsay, and Simmonds. They are based on Canada's three coasts. The RCMP also uses 377 smaller boats across the country. These range from canoes to rigid-hulled inflatable boats.

Aircraft Fleet

As of February 2023, the RCMP has 35 police aircraft. This includes 9 helicopters and 26 fixed-wing aircraft. The Air Services Branch operates and maintains all these aircraft.

Weapons and Tools

RCMP officers use various tools and weapons to do their job safely and effectively.

• Smith & Wesson Model 5946 (since 1992): This is the standard service pistol.
• Smith & Wesson Model 3953 (since 1996): A smaller pistol for plainclothes officers or those with smaller hands.
• SIG Sauer 226R: Used by emergency response teams and dog handlers.
• Glock Model 19: Used by Sky Marshals for aircraft security.
• Heckler & Koch MP5: Used by emergency response teams.
• Remington Model 700P: A bolt-action rifle.
• Remington 870: A 12-gauge shotgun.
• Colt Canada C7 rifle: A rifle used by the RCMP.
• Colt Canada C8 carbine: A smaller, lighter rifle. It was adopted for general use in 2011.
• Taser International M26, X26, and X26P: These are conducted energy weapons.
• Oleoresin capsicum spray: A non-lethal spray.
• ASP and Monadnock expandable defensive batons: Used for self-defense.

RCMP Uniforms

Operational Uniform

When on duty, RCMP officers wear a grey shirt with RCMP patches on the shoulders. They wear navy blue pants with a gold stripe down the side. They also wear bulletproof vests and a peaked cap with a gold band. High-ranking officers wear white shirts. In cold weather, they might wear warmer coats and fur caps.

In 1990, Baltej Singh Dhillon became the first Sikh RCMP officer allowed to wear a turban instead of the traditional hat. As of 2019, all RCMP officers can wear full beards or braided hair if it's part of their religious belief. They can also wear a ballcap instead of the peaked cap.

Dress Uniform

For formal duties, RCMP officers wear a dress uniform called the "blue serge." This includes a navy blue jacket with brass buttons, a white shirt, and a navy blue tie. They also wear navy blue pants with gold stripes and a peaked cap.

Ceremonial Uniform

For most formal and ceremonial events, the RCMP wears the famous Red Serge. This uniform includes a bright red tunic, which was designed to stand out from American military uniforms. It also has midnight blue pants with yellow stripes, a brown leather belt, and matching riding boots. Officers wear a brown felt campaign hat and gloves. Since 1990, men and women wear the same ceremonial uniforms.

Decorations and Awards

RCMP members receive special clasps and service badge stars for every five years they serve. The King of Canada also awards the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Long Service Medal for 20 years of service. There are also special badges for first aid instructors, dog handlers, and pilots. Sharpshooter badges are given for good pistol or rifle shooting.

RCMP Tartan

Since 1998, the RCMP has its own special tartan. This tartan was created for the RCMP's 125th anniversary. It was approved by the Commissioner and presented to the RCMP by Anne, Princess Royal in 1998. It was first worn by an RCMP pipe band in 1998.

Military Status of the RCMP

Even though the RCMP is a civilian police force, in 1921, King George V gave them the status of a regiment of dragoons. This allowed them to display special battle honours they had earned.

Service in Wartime

During the Second Boer War, members of the North-West Mounted Police volunteered to serve in South Africa. Because of their excellent service, King Edward VII changed their name to the "Royal Northwest Mounted Police" (RNWMP) in 1904.

During the First World War, the RNWMP patrolled borders and enforced security laws in Canada. Some RNWMP officers also served overseas in France and Siberia.

At the start of the Second World War in 1939, the RCMP formed a company of volunteers to act as military police. This group, called "No. 1 Provost Company (RCMP)," served throughout the war in Europe.

RCMP members also worked with military units in Afghanistan from 2001 to 2014.

Battle Honours

The RCMP has been given battle honours for its service in wars. These honours are displayed on their guidon (a special flag). The RCMP's battle honours include:

• North West Canada 1885
• South Africa 1900–1902
• France & Flanders 1918
• Siberia 1918–19
• Second World War 1939–1945 Seconde Guerre mondiale
• Afghanistan 2003–14

The RCMP also has honorary distinctions for the Canadian Provost Corps (Military Police). This is for their help during the Second World War.

Public Perception of the RCMP

The Mounties are famous around the world as a symbol of Canadian culture. They are often shown in movies and TV shows as brave, calm, and polite. The RCMP's motto is a French phrase, Maintiens le droit, which means "Uphold the right" or "Defend the law." The saying that they "always get their man" comes from an old report about two Mounties who captured whisky smugglers in 1877.

In recent years, how Canadians view the RCMP has changed. A 2022 survey found that many Canadians had less confidence in the RCMP. This was compared to local police services.

During the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, some people said that officers were not always respectful when taking statements about violence against Indigenous women.

Merchandise and Trademarks

Many products feature the image of the RCMP, like statues or hats. Before 1995, the RCMP did not control these products much.

Since April 1, 1995, the RCMP has required a special license for anyone to use their name or image commercially. The money from these fees helps fund community programs. Companies that do not pay the fee cannot legally use the RCMP's name or accurate uniforms.

The RCMP Foundation manages the commercial use of the RCMP's name and image. They work with companies to create official RCMP merchandise.

Public Relations Programs

The RCMP has programs to build relationships with communities.

• Musical Ride: This is a famous show where RCMP riders perform amazing equestrian routines. It travels across Canada every year.
• RCMP Sunset Ceremony: This event takes place every summer in Ottawa. It features the Musical Ride and other bands.
• RCMP National Ceremonial Troop: This unit performs drills and acts as a dismounted version of the Musical Ride. Individual divisions also have their own ceremonial troops.

The RCMP Heritage Centre is a museum in Regina, Saskatchewan. It opened in 2007 and celebrates the RCMP's role in Canada's history.

RCMP Bands

There are eight regional RCMP pipe bands across Canada. These bands perform at parades, police ceremonies, and public events. The first pipe bands were started in Alberta in 1992.

The locations of the regional volunteer pipe bands are:

• Halifax
• Moncton
• Montreal
• Ottawa
• Winnipeg
• Regina
• Edmonton
• Vancouver

Before 1994, the RCMP also had a central professional band called the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Band. It was considered one of the best bands in Canada. It was dissolved in 1994 due to government budget cuts.

Images for kids

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  Several RCMP members involved in the hunt for Albert Johnson, 1931.

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  A member of the emergency response team in training in 2010. The tactical unit was formed in 1977.

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  RCMP security detail at the gates of 24 Sussex Drive, 2008. The Personal Protection Group was created in 1995.

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  Memorial for the Mayerthorpe Tragedy in Whitecourt.

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  An RCMP corporal and U.S. Coast Guard member conduct a boarding as a part of Shiprider law enforcement operations. RCMP-U.S. Coast Guard Shiprider operations began in 2006.

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  Local businesses express their gratitude for the RCMP after the suspect for the Moncton shooting was apprehended.

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  RCMP members leading the funeral procession during the state funeral for Elizabeth II in London, 2022.

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  A Mountie standing with an Inuit group in Kinngait to celebrate the establishment of Nunavut, 1999

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  A Haudenosaunee flag and a banner that reads RCMP off Wetsuweten land on a petroleum gas tank car during a solidarity protest against the Coastal GasLink Pipeline in Vaughan, 2020.

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  A female Mountie during a Remembrance Day ceremony, 2017.

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  An RCMP forensics team with a U.S. Marine escort, investigating a grave site in Kosovo, 1999

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  An RCMP constable and instructor, observing Afghan National Police members as they shoot at targets in Kandahar, 2010

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  An RCMP member in Haiti, 2008

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  National Division building in Ottawa

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  Entrance to M Division headquarters in Whitehorse

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  An RCMP detachment at Grise Fiord, Nunavut

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  A member of the Personal Protection Group opens the door for Prince Charles (now King Charles III), 2009

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  Two corporals and a constable in St. Albert, Alberta, 2009.

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  An RCMP constable arresting an individual, August 2010

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  Queen Elizabeth II greeting RCMP officers in Ottawa, October 1957

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  Queen Elizabeth II with her RCMP Queen's Police Officer in Toronto, July 2010

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  Prince Charles (now King Charles III) in Halifax, wearing an RCMP lapel pin, May 2014

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  A Ford Police Interceptor used by the RCMP during the Canada Day parade in Montreal, 2016

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  An RCMP vessel near South Pender Island British Columbia, 2010

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  An airborne Pilatus PC-12 used by the RCMP

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  An RCMP member piloting an H125 Écureuil helicopter

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  RCMP issue Smith & Wesson Model 5946 service pistol with Hogue grip

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  RCMP issue Taser International X-26 conducted energy weapon

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  Early rifles and pistols used by the North-West Mounted Police on display at the RCMP Heritage Centre.

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  A Mountie in his operational uniform

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  An RCMP chief superintendent in dress uniform

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  Mounties marching in ceremonial uniform in Edmonton, 2012

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  RCMP tartan

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  1973–2023 guidon of the RCMP

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  A U.S. Army unit in Afghanistan, with an RCMP element embedded with them (centre foreground), 2010.

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  An RCMP media relations member

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  A Musical Ride performance in Essex, Ontario, 2016

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  The northern facade of the RCMP Heritage Centre

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  An RCMP pipe and drum band in 2013.

See also

In Spanish: Policía Montada del Canadá para niños

• Civilian Review and Complaints Commission for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police
• List of Canadian organizations with royal patronage
• List of law enforcement agencies in Canada
• List of Royal Canadian Mint RCMP coins
• RCMP Technical Security Branch