Do you have to be Canadian to be a Mountie?

Question

Been wondering for a while, did a quick search online couldn't find squat, didn't know where else to ask this question. so do you?

Answer 1

To apply for a job as a regular member (police officer) of the RCMP, you must meet the following basic requirements:

* be a Canadian citizen

* be of good character

* be proficient in English or French

* have a Canadian secondary school (high school) diploma or equivalent

* possess a valid Canadian driver’s licence

* be 19 years of age at the time of engagement (may apply at  18 years of age

* meet medical/health standards

* be willing to relocate anywhere in Canada

* be physically fit

Answer 2

No,  they are an equal opportunity employer.   You must be a legal Canadian resident and not have a criminal record.

Answer 3

You have to be a resident of Canada at the very least. I don't know if Canadian citizenship is required.

Answer 4

Nope.  Just legal to work in Canada and go to school for it.

Answer 5

Well you obviously have to live in Canada to be a mountie.

Answer 6

You have to be a Canadian citizen to be a mountie.   But you don't have to be born in Canada in order to be a Canadian citizen.  

Canada accepts immigrants.  And immigrants can become Canadian citizens 3 years after they come to Canada.

Answer 7

Yes, If you're going to be a police officer on the national force, you have to be Canadian as you would be representing Canada in the courts, handing out tickets, dealing with legal documents, national security etc.