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RCMP modernization and equipment updates

Overview

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) is undergoing various modernization efforts involving equipment and uniforms. In the Columbia-Shuswap region, the force is preparing to deploy body-worn cameras to increase community trust through objective video evidence. This rollout includes training for officers in Salmon Arm, with equipment expected by late November for several detachments including Golden, Revelstoke, Sicamous, and Chase.

Alongside the new cameras, local detachments are receiving Glock 45 sidearms as part of a $39 million contract to replace the Smith & Wesson 5946. Additionally, the RCMP in British Columbia has initiated a phased rollout of new navy-blue uniform shirts for frontline officers. This change is part of a broader national modernization effort, though officers may continue to wear traditional grey shirts during the transition period.

Entities

Royal Canadian Mounted Police · Salmon Arm · Columbia-Shuswap · British Columbia · Emergency Response Team

Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    BC RCMP begins phased rollout of new navy-blue uniform shirts

    BC RCMP officers are transitioning from traditional grey to navy-blue uniform shirts as part of a national modernization plan. Both styles will be visible during the phased rollout.

  2. [CRIME] 3 sources
    RCMP to implement body cameras and new sidearms

    RCMP detachments in the Columbia-Shuswap region are set to deploy body-worn cameras and new Glock 45 sidearms as part of updated equipment and policy rollouts.

Sources

dailyhive.com · voiceonline.com