Accepting applications for the 2022 Indigenous Pre-Cadet Training Program

Press Release

November 16, 2021

Are you an Indigenous person, aged 19 to 29, and interested in learning more about a career in policing with the RCMP? You may be eligible to take part in the Indigenous Pre-Cadet Training Program 2022 spring session.

Indigenous pre-cadet training at the RCMP Training Academy

The program includes a three-week training session at the RCMP Training Academy (Depot) in Regina, Saskatchewan.

You’ll learn:

• How to work as part of a policing team
• An introduction to the Criminal Code and RCMP policy
• Physical fitness and drill
• Skills to help prepare you to apply to be a police officer

While at Depot, regular members are with the Indigenous cadets 24/7. They provide a full spectrum of support.

We can accommodate any dietary restrictions.

Open to Indigenous Peoples in Canada

To apply you must be:

• of Indigenous descent (First Nation, Métis or Inuit)
• aged 19 to 29
• a Canadian citizen
• a graduate of a Canadian secondary school (or equivalent)
• able to pass an enhanced reliability security check

What graduates have to say about the Indigenous Pre-Cadet Training Program

“Applying to the Aboriginal (Indigenous) Pre-Cadet Training Program is the best choice I’ve ever made.” – Nathaniel McAdam, Saskatchewan

“I wasn’t sure about a career with the RCMP. The Aboriginal (Indigenous) Pre-Cadet Training Program changed that for me. I loved every drill, fitness, and classroom session at Depot.” – Hannah Millier, New Brunswick

“I’m excited to be able to one day become an RCMP officer and inspire more to join to show that we can make a difference in society.” – Phoebe Niviaqsiaq, Nunavut

Learn how to apply

J Division RCMP in New Brunswick will be hiring the two successful applicants for most of the summer following their experience in Depot. The deadline to apply is December 10, 2021.

If you are interested in applying, need assistance with the application process, or have any questions, please contact Hannah Millier at hannah.millier@rcmp-grc.gc.ca or by phone at 506-238-4172. Please be prepared to describe how you meet the requirements.

COVID-19

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, our paramount concern has been for the health and safety of our IPTP Candidates and those attending the academy as we continue to implement best practices in collaboration with provincial and federal health authorities.

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Contact information

Hannah Millier
Indigenous Community Program Officer
Oromocto RCMP Detachment
506-238-4172

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