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Hamilton Spectator
a day ago
- Climate
- Hamilton Spectator
RCMP Musical Ride thunders into Cold Lake after 11-year wait
Families came prepared with umbrellas and ponchos, but the drizzle didn't stop anyone from soaking in the pride and spectacle. With food trucks, static emergency services displays, and a live-action police demonstration, the event offered more than just horses and RCMP members in Red Serge. Niki Elash, the office manager for the Cold Lake Agricultural Society and a volunteer on the board, stated this was the first time in 11 years the event came to Cold Lake. 'Last time they were here is in 2014,' she added. The RCMP Musical Ride also made a stop in St. Paul the day prior to the Cold Lake event, offering and afternoon and evening show on July 23. 'We were contacted by the St. Paul Ag Society to see if we wanted to join together and do a third one [show].' Organizing the event took months of planning with the St. Paul Ag Society, who helped arrange accommodations and transportation for the horses, which were stabled in St. Paul. Before the Musical Ride began their performance, the RCMP held a pre-show demonstration showing how officers pursue and arrest individuals in a stolen vehicle, a display that had the crowd glued to the action. On the grounds, there was no shortage of family-friendly fun. 'We have the static display with the fire department, RCMP, EMS and that kind of thing. And then we have wolf pack bounce house for the bouncy houses and stuff.' 'The Beaver River Pony Club is also doing face painting and glitter tattoos for a little money,' Elash said. 'And then we have just a couple of other vendors. And then we also had the farmers' market going on at the same time.' Despite the unsettled weather, the event drew a huge crowd. Elash said creating a fun, affordable family outing was exactly the goal of the event. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
"Lifelong bond" formed by two kids given dream experience to command Regina's RCMP Academy
Two 10-year-old girls donned the Royal Canadian Mounted Police's ceremonial Red Serge uniform on Tuesday as they were put in charge of the RCMP Academy's Depot Division in Regina for a day. Janine from Lloydminster was one of the children selected to take part in a two-day experience hosted by the RCMP, including one day in Edmonton and the second in Regina. The youngsters were allowed to 'fly a drone, and I liked flying the drone,' said Janine, who also experienced 'petting some dogs and crushing a car (with a police truck).' This is the second year that the RCMP has offered a once-in-a-lifetime experience through the Kids with Cancer Society based in Edmonton. Tessa from Fort McMurray was also selected, and her favourite activity was also flying the drones. Only the first names of the girls were shared for their privacy. Janine described the experience as 'awesome.' For her mom, Laura, it meant a lot to see her daughter welcomed so warmly by the RCMP. It even brought tears to her eyes, she says. Janine was diagnosed with leukemia in 2021 but finished treatment two years ago. She's been in good health since, her mom says. 'Between COVID isolation and cancer, she was alone a lot so having this experience where she got to meet another cancer kid is really special for her,' said Laura, who accompanied her daughter over the two days. 'And she got to make some friends and do some cool experiences. I think her and Tessa formed like a lifelong bond.' The girls were taken for a helicopter ride above Edmonton and then later in the day flew to Regina, where they were fitted with their own Red Serge to join the cadet graduation dinner. On Tuesday, the RCMP held the Sergeant Major's Parade for a change of command and the girls inspected the cadets as co-commanding officers for the day. 'Children who are battling cancer miss so much,' said Madison McElligott, who is the events manager of the Kids with Cancer Society. 'This is our way of trying to give them a day back that they never would have (had).' The Kids with Cancer Society provides a variety of services to families in northern Alberta. The program also includes 'unique' dream experiences for the children, like the one held with the RCMP. Laura says it's already something they will never forget, adding that Janine might consider returning to Regina one day as a cadet. 'I'm so proud,' said her mother. 'She says she wants to come back and train.' Related 'A Canadian image': RCMP Heritage Centre a pillar in celebrating force's history Something special is brewing at RCMP Heritage Centre nyking@ The Regina Leader-Post has created an Afternoon Headlines newsletter that can be delivered daily to your inbox so you are up to date with the most vital news of the day. Click here to subscribe. With some online platforms blocking access to the journalism upon which you depend, our website is your destination for up-to-the-minute news, so make sure to bookmark and sign up for our newsletters so we can keep you informed. Click here to subscribe.
Global News
7 days ago
- General
- Global News
Kids take over Saskatchewan Depot as co-commanding officers for the day
See more sharing options Send this page to someone via email Share this item on Twitter Share this item via WhatsApp Share this item on Facebook It's been a once-in-a-lifetime trip for brave young girls, Tessa and Janine. The pair were welcomed to join the RCMP as co-commanding officers on a two-day adventure spanning Alberta and Saskatchewan. View image in full screen Tessa wearing her tailored Red Serge and talking to media in Regina. Andrew Benson/ Global News Tessa from Fort McMurray and Janine from Lloydminster were surprised with the opportunity from the Kids with Cancer Society, to take in all the behind-the-scenes action from the RCMP headquarters in Regina and Edmonton. Story continues below advertisement From flying drones, crushing cars, driving robots and leading the change of command, the 10-year-old duo, along with their mothers, were elated and grateful for the experience. More on the story can be viewed in the video at the top of the page.
CBC
12-02-2025
- General
- CBC
First Inuk RCMP cadet out of Nunavut in decades on being more than a uniform
Const. Inuuki Burke says he's admired the RCMP's Red Serge for years — now he gets to wear one Image | Inuuki Burke Caption: Const. Inuuki Burke is the first Inuk cadet recruited out of Nunavut to graduate from the RCMP Academy in over 20 years. He's now stationed at the Cambridge Bay, Nunavut, detachment. (Submitted by RCMP) RCMP Const. Inuuki Burke fondly remembers the time he beat a team of RCMP officers in a game of hockey in Iqaluit as a teenager. It wasn't the glory of victory that made it memorable, but the interactions he had with the officers on that team. "They're all so cheerful, such great, genuine guys … and growing up watching the RCMP officers with their Red Serge, I found the Red Serge to be just one of the coolest pieces of clothing on planet Earth," he said. That was the day Burke realized he wanted to become a police officer himself. Last month, that dream became a reality. On Jan. 6, Burke graduated from the RCMP Academy in Regina, becoming the first Inuk cadet recruited out of Nunavut to do so since 2003. At the ceremony were his parents, as well as two former neighbours who he considers his "adopted grandparents." "I've come a long way from the little boy that I was back in the day," he said. "And the feeling you get … when you're doing your whole display and then they look at you and they're so proud of you." 'Gruelling' training, but the 'best 6 months' It was a long process for Burke to become an RCMP constable. After passing his entrance exam, it took him three years of paperwork and tests to get to the cadet training. He describes that training as "the best six months of your life that you do that you never want to do again." It's "gruelling" to be in training from 5:30 a.m. until 10 p.m. everyday for six months straight, he said. But now in his fourth week on the job at the Cambridge Bay, Nunavut, detachment, Burke said it was all worth it, and that he's "loving it, so far." Cpl. George Henrie, another Inuk officer who was part of the RCMP Academy's class of 2002, was proud to be part of Burke's graduation ceremony. "I understood what he felt, the accomplishment, the pride, and everything he has struggled with, and all the work he put in to get to that point." Image | Cpl. George Henrie Caption: RCMP Cpl. George Henrie was part of an all-Inuit group that trained to be RCMP officers in Regina in 2002. (Samuel Wat/CBC) Open Image in New Tab Henrie understands there are some challenges to be a police officer. It's a lengthy application process, and it's done online, which can be a barrier in some communities. But he said the RCMP is trying to take that technology to communities to overcome that issue. There are also sacrifices you have to make for the job. Henrie moved away from Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, with his daughter to avoid policing among his friends and family, and he's seen some tough things on the job. "But if you stick through it, it's very rewarding … and the RCMP takes care of me." Navigating the relationship between Inuit and police Henrie is under no illusions about the complicated history between Inuit communities and the RCMP. "That is somewhat of a struggle to comprehend," he said. But he believes that's not what the RCMP represents today – and he hopes he can prove that by "showing Nunavummiut that they have one of their own in the police." Image | Cambridge Bay RCMP Caption: Const. Inuuki Burke has been working at Cambridge Bay's RCMP detachment since Jan. 17. He said the community has been very welcoming. (Karen McColl/CBC) Open Image in New Tab Burke acknowledges there can be distrust of police, but he believes it's about showing genuine care about the community. For starters, he wants to help coach minor hockey and to be the same positive role model that he had growing up in Iqaluit. "When people see me, they might just see the RCMP uniform ... I want to make sure that connection is made that I'm a human being as well." He also has advice for others who may be thinking about joining the RCMP: start your cardio training now.
