Accepting applications for the 2023 Indigenous Pre-Cadet Training Program
November 3, 2022
Are you an Indigenous person, aged 19 to 29, and interested in learning more about a career in policing with the RCMP? You may be eligible to take part in the Indigenous Pre-Cadet Training Program 2023 spring session.
Indigenous pre-cadet training at the RCMP Training Academy
The program includes a three-week training session at the RCMP Training Academy (Depot) in Regina, Saskatchewan.
You’ll learn:
- How to work as part of a policing team
- An introduction to the Criminal Code and RCMP policy
- Physical fitness and drill
- Skills to help prepare you to apply to be a police officer
While at Depot, regular members are with the Indigenous cadets 24/7. They provide a full spectrum of support.
We can accommodate any dietary restrictions.
Open to Indigenous Peoples in Canada
To apply you must be:
- of Indigenous descent (First Nation, Métis or Inuit)
- aged 19 to 29
- a Canadian citizen
- a graduate of a Canadian secondary school (or equivalent)
- able to pass an enhanced reliability security check
What graduates have to say about the Indigenous Pre-Cadet Training Program
Read more about how the Aboriginal recruiting program takes woman from ‘maybe’ to ‘I will’
“During the Indigenous Pre-Cadet Program, I learned the importance of working together as a troop, especially during the physical training sessions. I made many meaningful memories with like-minded people, and returning home after our three weeks was bittersweet.” – Amy MacFarlane, New Brunswick
Read more about 2022 Indigenous Pre-Cadet Training Program graduate Amy MacFarlane.
“During the training program I gained many new skills and learned about the RCMP’s connection with Indigenous communities. I really enjoyed my experience with the Indigenous Pre-Cadet Training Program. My time at Depot helped me to identify my strengths and where I can continue to learn. With this experience, I gained valuable skills and the confidence to support my goal of pursuing a career with the RCMP.” – Jewel Joe, New Brunswick
Read more about 2022 Indigenous Pre-Cadet Training Program graduate Jewel Joe
“I wasn’t sure about a career with the RCMP. The Aboriginal (Indigenous) Pre-Cadet Training Program changed that for me. I loved every drill, fitness, and classroom session at Depot.” – Hannah Millier, New Brunswick, 2019 Indigenous Pre-Cadet Training Program graduate.
Learn how to apply
J Division RCMP in New Brunswick will be hiring the two successful applicants for most of the summer following their experience in Depot. The deadline to apply is November 25, 2022.
If you are interested in applying, need assistance with the application process, or have any questions, please contact Jewel Joe at jewel.joe@rcmp-grc.gc.ca or by phone at (506) 251-1327. The Indigenous Policing Services team is committed to assisting you, and where possible, may be able to make arrangements to have a computer made available, and provide one-to-one help through the online application process. Please be prepared to describe how you meet the requirements.
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