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,

Royal Canadian Mounted Police at Horse Guards, Whitehall. | British & Commonwealth Forces

The Markham Fair is excited to welcome back the RCMP Musical Ride! If you haven’t seen the Musical Ride before, now’s the time! They will be performing at the Markham Fair on September 28, 29, and October 1 as part of the #RCMP150 anniversary tour! | Markham Fair

Each year the RCMP Musical Ride awes cities across Canada. But co-ordinating a cross-country trip with 45 people and 36 horses is no easy task. Watch how they get from town to town. Check out if the Musical Ride will be in a town near you! http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/even/en/t/2/e?fb | Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Canadian Slang Explained: #17. "Mountie" Who wears red, rides horses, and fights crime? A Mountie! 🐎 Mountie is short for Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). They’re Canada’s national police force—famous for their red uniforms and wide-brim hats. Have you ever seen a Mountie in person? Follow for more fun Canadian slang and culture explained. #CanadianSlang #MountiePride #TrueNorth | Canada & Citizenship Practice Tests

Canadian police officers and personnel receive pre-deployment training before leaving on their mission. This training is tailored for each deployment. #GetReadyWithMe to deploy! https://rcmp.ca/en/federal-policing/international-policing/peace-operations-partners | Royal Canadian Mounted Police