RCMP UNVEILS NEW LOOK FOR FRONT-LINE POLICE VEHICLES

(July 20th)

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) is introducing a new design for its front-line police vehicles, marking the first major update to their appearance in more than three decades.

The updated design is aimed at improving visibility while providing a modern and distinctive appearance for RCMP vehicles operating across Canada.

The new look features white doors on a black base, along with high-visibility reflective graphics designed to make the vehicles easier to recognize in all conditions, including day or night, rural or urban environments, and across Canada’s various climates.

The RCMP says the updated markings will ensure its vehicles remain clearly identifiable as law enforcement vehicles while maintaining the organization’s recognizable national identity.

Provinces, territories, and municipalities will also have the ability to include local identifiers based on regional needs. The RCMP says these variations will allow for local flexibility while maintaining a consistent overall appearance.

The rollout of the new vehicles will begin later this summer and will happen gradually. Current vehicles will remain in service until they meet fleet replacement requirements, meaning new and existing designs will be seen operating alongside each other during the transition period.

The RCMP says all vehicles will continue to meet required safety and operational standards throughout the process.

The organization also addressed concerns surrounding police impersonation, stating that public safety remains a top priority. The new design includes distinctive markings intended to help separate RCMP vehicles from non-police vehicles.

Anyone who is unsure whether a vehicle or individual is a legitimate RCMP officer can contact their local RCMP detachment to verify information such as a vehicle number, licence plate, officer’s name, or badge number.

The RCMP advises that if someone feels unsafe, they should lock their doors and call 9-1-1 or their local emergency number.

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