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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The Quarterly’s Spring 2017 cover story
Moving on to Greener PasturesThe horse breeder for the RCMP Musical Ride retires after 40 years. By Tanya Baglole The clip clop of horse’s hooves on the concrete stable floor rings in the background. Outside, yearlings munch on hay in a sprawling pasture that is part...
L’histoire de couverture Trimestrielle du printemps 2017
Migrer vers de plus verts pâturagesL’éleveur de chevaux du Carrousel de la GRC part à la retraite après 40 ans. Par Tanya Baglole Le claquement des sabots des chevaux résonne sur le sol de béton de l’étable. À l’extérieur, les poulains broutent paisiblement dans le...
In The Quarterly’s Spring 2017 issue
Moving on to Greener Pastures By Tanya Baglole The clip clop of horse’s hooves on the concrete stable floor rings in the background. Outside, yearlings munch on hay in a sprawling pasture that is part of the 366-acre farm which is home to Pakenham Remount Detachment,...
À l’intérieur de la Trimestrielle
Migrer vers de plus verts pâturages Par Tanya Baglole Le claquement des sabots des chevaux résonne sur le sol de béton de l’étable. À l’extérieur, les poulains broutent paisiblement dans le pré de la ferme de 366 acres à Pakenham où sont élevés les chevaux destinés au...
Happy 100th Birthday to S/Sgt Bill Fridgen (Ret.) Reg #13967
George William "Bill" Fridgen, a retired RCMP veteran of 40 years is celebrating his 100th birthday on April 27, 2017. A resident of Iroquois Ontario, Bill began working for the railroad in the 1930s, and has maintained an apple farm on the Saint Lawrence River in...
Veterans, their families and friends invited to special Musical Ride performance
Veterans, their families and friends are invited to the grounds of the stables for a special encore performance of the Musical Rise on Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at 2:00 P.M. After the show, everyone is welcome to a reception (cash bar) at the Musical Ride Interpretation...
Commissioner’s message on pay increases
Public trust and confidence in the RCMP are crucial to our mission. It is important that we all pause for a minute and reflect on how our actions during these times may impact that vital relationship and how these actions are being seen by the communities and citizens...
Message du commissaire concernant l’augmentation de salaire
La confiance du public envers la GRC est essentielle à sa mission. Il est important de s'arrêter et de réfléchir aux conséquences que peuvent avoir nos gestes sur cette relation vitale dans une situation comme celle-ci et à ce que les collectivités et les citoyens que...
RCMPVA President’s letter to Minister of Public Safety on regular member pay
Dear Minister (Hon. Ralph Goodale, P.C., M.P.), On behalf of the Board of Directors, Governors and members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Veterans' Association, I am writing to convey our deep disappointment regarding the recent announcement by the Government of...
Lettre du président de lAVGRC au Ministre de la Sécurité publique concernant salaire des membres réguliers
Monsieur le Ministre (L'Hon. Ralph Goodale, C.P., Député), Au nom du conseil d'administration, des gouverneurs et des membres de l'Association des vétérans de la Gendarmerie royale du Canada, j'écris pour transmettre notre profonde déception au sujet de l'annonce...