Canadian Culture: #16. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) 👮‍♂️ Did you know Canada’s most famous police force wears bright red uniforms and rides horses? The Royal Canadian Mounted Police, or Mounties, are one of Canada’s most recognizable symbols. They were created in 1873 as the North-West Mounted Police, tasked with bringing law and order to the western territories. Known for their scarlet tunics, wide-brimmed Stetson hats, and horseback patrols, the RCMP symbolize honesty, integrity,

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police training is focused on mastering police procedure, but cadets are also put through intense physical challenges, such as entering a gas chamber and enduring a "uniform run" with a dog handler in sub-zero temperatures. | British & Commonwealth Forces

Manitoba RCMP Commanding Officer, Assistant Commissioner Scott McMurchy recently tried out the new RCMP physical fitness assessment, alongside other officers and members! Maintaining a high level of fitness is essential for the challenging work our members do and by leading from the front, A/Commr McMurchy demonstrates the commitment we all share to be at our best for the job! To find out more about the new RCMP physical fitness requirements, visit: https://rcmp.ca/en/careers/police-officer-care

48K views · 620 reactions | Our uniforms may be red, but on game day we wear orange and blue! Watch the #Alberta RCMP tomorrow on ESPN before cheering on the Edmonton Oilers in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals!! #LetsGoOilers | Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Alberta | Facebook