Coquitlam RCMP is accepting applications for this summer’s Junior Mounties Police Academy.
The event will see 96 young people take part in policing “boot camp” where they will run through an obstacle course, try on policing gear and learn how to investigate a crime scene.
“The Junior Mountie Police Academy is a great way for kids in our community to experience a bit of what police officers do every day,” said Nicole Cairns, the organizer of the week-long camp, in a press release. “Even more importantly, the JMPA is an opportunity to build positive relationships between Tri-Cities law enforcement and our next generation.”
To be eligible to apply, participants must reside in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore, Belcarra or Kwikwetlem First Nation.
Students between the ages of nine and 12 are asked to apply as cadets while students between the ages of 13 and 15 should apply as corporals. Corporals must also provide a 200-word handwritten essay explaining why they would be a good leader as part of their application.
Those who are chosen will take part in a range of activities between Aug. 13 and 17, 8:30 a.m. to noon, at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex. During the week, there will be a parent information session to kick things off and an emergency vehicle show ’n’ shine at the end of the week. A Red Serge graduation ceremony will be held Aug. 17 between 7 and 9 p.m.
The deadline to apply for the Junior Mounties Police Academy is May 18. For more information, email Coquitlam RCMP at [email protected].
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