The Royal Canadian Mounted Police have been in existence for 150 years as of May 23, and the occasion was marked by a message that day from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
“For a century and a half, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has served and protected Canadians. Today, we thank all RCMP employees, past and present, for their dedication, relentless commitment, and significant contributions to our country,” Trudeau said in a May 23 statement.
He said the RCMP “is one of the most respected police organizations in the world,” and “remains committed to becoming a more modern, inclusive, accountable, and trusted police organization for all Canadians.”…