While the primary mission of the RCMP Veterans’ Association is to provide a network of support for former employees of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and their families, we also recognize the significance of keeping our community informed and engaged. News and Updates Page serves as an extension of our commitment to fostering a well-rounded and knowledgeable community.
Here you will find a number of posts of interest, about providing our membership and the RCMP Veterans Community with information that will help them manage their life after the RCMP. These will include news articles, bulletins, communiques and requests for assistance on various topics. As you browse our content, remember that your participation is encouraged. Share your thoughts and contribute to the growth of our collective understanding. Your perspective matters, and we’re excited to have you as part of our informed and engaged RCMP Veterans community.
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Statement by President Steve Walker on Recent CBC article; “Short-staffed RCMP look at lifting ban on recruits with criminal records”
An article published by CBC on December 22, 2018, “Short-staffed RCMP look at lifting ban on recruits with criminal records” has understandably raised deep concern and drawn a sharply negative response by RCMP Veterans, the broader police and public safety community...
Déclaration du président Steve Walker au sujet d’un récent article de la CBC : ” La GRC envisage d’accepter des recrues qui ont un casier judiciaire “
Un article publié le 22 décembre 2018 par CBC/Radio-Canada, intitulé " La GRC envisage d'accepter des recrues qui ont un casier judiciaire ", a suscité, à juste titre, de vives inquiétudes chez les vétérans de la GRC, la communauté policière et de la sécurité publique...
Pillars of the Force
“PILLARS OF THE FORCE" is a major initiative of the Friends of the Mounted Police Heritage Centre and RCMP Veterans’ Association, dedicated to recognizing all Members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) who have honourably served; Officers who, day in and day...
Piliers de la Force
"PILIERS DE LA FORCE " est une initiative importante des Amis du Centre du patrimoine de la GRC et de l’Association des anciens de la GRC pour rendre hommage à tous les membres de la GRC qui ont servi honorablement. Tous les jours, et dans des circonstances souvent...
AGM 2019: Notice of Attendance
The President and Board of Directors of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Veterans' Association and Yukon Division cordially invite you to attend the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Veterans Association 96th Annual General Meeting to be held on June 1, 2019 in...
Avis de convocation – AGM 2019
Le président et les membres du conseil d'administration de I'Association des vétérans de la GRC et de la Division du Yukon vous invitent cordialement à assister à la 96e assemblée générale annuelle de l'Association des vétérans de la GRC, qui se tiendra le 1er juin...
Retiring Soon, but Not Quite Ready to Stop Working?
If you are soon retiring but not quite ready to stop working, we may have the ideal opportunity for you. Central Departmental Security Section is seeking Regular Members with recent interviewing experience in the Ottawa Region. We are creating a pool of Retired Police...
In the Quarterly’s Summer Issue
Cover: The Coming Legalization of Marijuana and its Impact on Canadian Law Enforcement By Senator Vernon White The legalization of cannabis in Canada has been a discussion point since the 2015 election campaign. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made the legalization of...
Dans le numéro du été du Trimestre
Article Principal : La légalisation prochaine de la marijuana et son impact sur les activités policières au Canada Par le sénateur Vernon WhiteLa légalisation du cannabis au Canada est au coeur des discussions depuis la campagne électorale de 2015. Le premier ministre...
Interview between President Steve Walker and Frank Richter, FFFs
Reprinted from Frank’s Facts & Funnies Newsletter, August 29, 2018 Frank (FR): Good morning Steve, congratulations on becoming our RCMP Veterans’ Association President. Steve (SW): Thank you, Frank. And, thank you for offering me the opportunity through your...