March 21, 2023
When an RCMP Veteran passes away, their old colleagues pause for a moment to reflect on the good times they had and the memories they created. Despite the times that the deceased member was serving their communities and away from their families, the Veteran’s family members are extremely proud of the contributions made by […]
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March 18, 2023
Walter Phillips Tyrrell Staff Sergeant (Retired) Reg #16775 1926 – 2023 WW2 Veteran Royal Australian Air Force Years of Service: 1951 – 1976 Postings: “F” and “E” Divisions Obituary and Condolences NOTE: A Celebration of Life will be held in Richmond at the South Arm Community Centre Hall, 9020 Williams Road, from 2:30 PM to 4:30 […]
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March 15, 2023
My friend, Tim Joeckel, in Germany who collects all things RCMP, it never ceases to amaze me on what he can find, has done it again!. He recently sent me photos of some WWII Provost Corp kit he just acquired. A tunic (with badges in a pocket), beret, forage cap and kit bag were part […]
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March 11, 2023
March Update MARCH MEETING UPDATE: Our March General Meeting will be held on Thursday, March 16 at Hazelmere Golf & Tennis Club. Our guest speaker will be A/Comm. Brian Edwards, OIC Surrey Detachment. Doors open at 11:00 followed by the buffet lunch at noon. To reserve, please contact Dorothy Martinson, Veterans’ Social Director, (604) 261-4630 or demartinson@shaw.ca no later than Monday, March […]
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March 11, 2023
RCMP Veterans’ Association, Central Vancouver Island Division c/o Communications Director – twh22583@telus.net Campbell River, B. C. Date: March 9th., 2023 Subject: Nanaimo Detachment Reunion Nanaimo Detachment Reunion – June 3rd., 2023 Copyright © 2023 RCMP VETERANS’ ASSOCIATION / ASSOCIATION DES VÉTÉRANS DE LA GRC, All rights reserved. We are glad that you […]
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March 6, 2023
RCMP VETERANS’ ASSOCIATION – VANCOUVER DIVISION PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE MARCH 2023 NEXT GENERAL MEETING – MARCH 16, 2023 The next General Meeting is being held on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at Hazelmere Golf & Tennis Club, 18150 8 Avenue, Surrey B.C. Doors open at 11:00 a.m. with a buffet lunch being served at 12 noon. The cost for lunch […]
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February 24, 2023
Celebration of Life Vernon Mawhinney’s Memorial Service will be held at Mill Bay Community Hall, 1035 Shawnigan Lake-Mill Bay Rd, Mill Bay, BC on Saturday, June 3, 2023 from 12pm-2pm. Lunch and beverages will be provided. Please RSVP to Mag Mawhinney at mvmawhinney@shaw.ca or Shannon Mawhinney Bartel at shannonbartel67@gmanil.com
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February 20, 2023
Next General Meeting – March 16, 2023 The next General Meeting is being held on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at Hazelmere Golf & Tennis Club, 18150 8 Avenue, Surrey B.C. Doors open at 11:00 a.m. with a buffet lunch being served at 12 noon. The cost for lunch is $40.00. Pre-payment by Interac e-Transfer or cash only at the door. […]
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February 19, 2023
Cunning Edge A 45-Year Journey Conducting Global Undercover Investigations by Kim Marsh Investigating white-collar crime. Fighting with cartels. Uncovering complex organized crime cases. Here are the stories behind the headlines. Kim Marsh’s memoirs highlight the fast pace and high stakes of undercover investigative work. In the fight against cartels, organized crime groups and international operators, […]
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February 16, 2023
General Meeting and Lunch Thursday February 16th 2023 PHOTO GALLERY – by David Reece John Robin, Vancouver Division was the guest speaker and gave a talk on “Friends of the Ukrainian Law Enforcement”. During his service, John was in charge of an overseas mission to establish a western style law enforcement system in the […]
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January 31, 2023
As I write my first message as President of Vancouver Division, I am hoping that we can get back to our normal activities after the Covid related turbulence of the last three years. Although the World Health Organization still considers Covid a global emergency, here in BC, we seem to have put most restrictions behind […]
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January 26, 2023
My name is Sarah Grant, and I’m a senior executive search consultant with Harbour West Consulting. We are working with the City of North Vancouver as they look to recruit their next Senior Manager, Police Support Services. …. would you know someone you would recommend for this role? The anticipated salary range for this role […]
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January 26, 2023
The RCMPVA, Vancouver Division has received a request from the Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society who are in need of volunteer drivers. Full details of the program can be found at: https://volunteercancerdrivers.ca You can also contact Gord Locke, Director – External Communications at 604-813-3978 or gord.l@volunteercancerdrivers.ca for more information.
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January 26, 2023
ANNOUNCEMENT Town Halls with the Veterans Ombud in British Columbia Representatives of the Office of Veterans Ombud have scheduled an upcoming visit to BC. During the BC trip, they will be doing a number of Town Halls at various locales. Serving RCMP members and Veterans are invited to attend. Please see below for the Town […]
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Gone But Not Forgotten
Celebration of Life – Walter Phillips TYRRELL – S/Sgt. (Ret’d) – Reg. #16775
Eric Porter Reg # 12073-O.391
March Update
Nanaimo Detachment Reunion
