Media Advisory: First troop of Aboriginal Community Constables graduate from RCMP “Depot”

OTTAWA, ON - April 11, 2011 - The first troop of Aboriginal Community Constables from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) will graduate tomorrow during a ceremony at the RCMP Academy, “Depot” Division in Regina , Saskatchewan.

Media is invited to attend the graduation ceremony, details are as follows:

When

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

• Sergeant Major Parade at 12:45 C.S.T.
• Cavalry Drill and Badge Presentation at 13:30 C.S.T.

Interview opportunities will commence after the badge presentation at approximately 14:15 C.S.T. Among the available spokespersons are:

• Assistant Commissioner Roger L. Brown, Commanding Officer, “Depot” Division
• A/Director General Kevin Jones, Officer in Charge, National & Aboriginal Policing Services
• ACC Cadet Lawrence Letander, Dauphin River First Nation, MB

Where

RCMP Academy, “Depot” Division
5600 11th Avenue
Regina, Saskatchewan

"Depot" Division is currently under construction. Media will need to use the McCarthy entrance to enter the premises. Visitors parking will be available north of the Drill Hall; the Commissionaire will direct media to the appropriate location.

For more information please contact:

• National RCMP Media Relations
  613-993-2999
• Cecile KAYIJUKA
  Communications & Events Management Services
  RCMP “Depot” Division
  Tel: 306-780-5016
  Cell: 306-537-1307