A Proud Partnership

Canada’s police community…working together to build a more secure world

Over the past two decades, the RCMP’s International Peace Operations Branch has deployed more than 2,300 police officers to 52 peace operations in 30 countries around the world.

Today, nearly 200 members of police services across Canada are deployed to such operations around the world.

At the heart of Canada’s contributions to international peace missions is a powerful partnership between the RCMP and municipal and provincial police agencies from across the country. What started in 1995 with just a few partners has expanded to the point where today, 70% of police deployed through the program come from municipal and provincial partners.

Participating police services bring a wealth of diversity and experience that enriches Canada’s police contribution to international peace operations.

Together, the Canadian police community provides invaluable training, mentoring and investigative expertise in places like Afghanistan, Haiti and Sudan.

The RCMP’s International Peace Operations Branch invites municipal police services to consider participating in this unique program.

The Canadian police community is proud of its partnership in the International Police Peace Operations Program, and invites you to find out more about the police agencies involved.

Testimonials

“On the street, I might lose an experienced officer with a basketful of strengths and skills for a period of time. But in return, I get an officer with a broader scope on policing, who has a more global perspective, who has strong leadership and problem-solving skills, not to mention a stronger appreciation for what we have to offer at home. In essence, I get back a stronger future leader.” -- Deputy Chief Chuck Mercier, Durham Regional Police Service

“We see it as an excellent way to develop our members. In fact, we have identified 21 skills that improve with mission experience, such as independence, confidence, leadership, problem-solving, and cultural sensitivity, to name just a few. Those skills give officers a big boost on promotional interviews.” -- Inspector Claude Levac, Director, International Relations, Sûreté du Québec, partner since 1995