Visit to Saskatchewan - Day 2
During his visit, the Governor General addressed RCMP cadets. Since 1885, the RCMP Academy, “Depot” Division has been training members of the national police force.
Thu, 10/11/2012 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG2012-0545-001
His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, visited RCMP Academy, “Depot” Division in Regina, Saskatchewan.
Thu, 10/11/2012 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG2012-0545-002
The Cadet Training Program is an extensive 24-week basic training course. The cadet is part of a 32-member troop which is diverse in composition. Upon successfully completing the Cadet Training Program, cadets may be offered employment as members of the RCMP and given peace officer status.
Thu, 10/11/2012 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG2012-0545-004
His Excellency attended a combat class.
Thu, 10/11/2012 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG2012-0545-005
The Governor General also had the opportunity to put to the test his driving skills in a simulator.
Thu, 10/11/2012 - 12:00 Sgt Ronald Duchesne, Rideau Hall GG2012-0545-006