RCMP Veterans’ Association – Vancouver Division

    A new thoroughly researched book is now available and was written by RCMP Veteran Dr. Bonnie Reilly Schmidt. The book is entitled “Silenced: The Untold Story Of The Fight For Equality In The RCMP.”  In light of the class action facing the Force, this book provides some insight to what circumstances female members […]

      With the exception of his first two years in the Force, John Stolarski spent his entire career as a RCMP Police Dog Services handler (1961 – 1988).           Throughout this career, John clipped newspaper articles about members who he had worked with. Despite the fact that John has […]

      The achievements and contributions of the Force have been built upon the individual contributions of many past Veterans. These contributions have largely been forgotten.         Veteran #35982 Sgt. Larry Burden who served in “E” Division for 20 years has spent over ten years researching and summarizing these achievements by […]

      In retirement, RCMP Veterans contribute their energies and interests in supporting many different volunteer organizations.  In so doing they develop a sense of contribution and develop new friendships.       One such organization which several Veterans volunteer for is the Canadian Museum of Flight which located at the Langley Airport, Hangar […]

    With the exception of his first two years in the Force, John Stolarski spent his entire career as a RCMP Police Dog Services handler (1961 – 1988).           Throughout this career, John clipped newspaper articles about members who he had worked with. Despite the fact that John has passed […]

      Both within the Force and in retirement, individuals unselfishly volunteer their services to enrich their communities.           One such individual is Veteran Perry Edwards. He and his family volunteer their time with the Wildlife Rescue Association. According to Perry, “a record-setting Wildlife Rescue transport day for Ryder & dad […]

      Over the past week, we have received many submitted photographs from various Veterans living across Canada.           Based on our review of these photos, we have selected the top ten.  These photographs are provided for your viewing pleasure. 1) Veteran Perry Edwards photographed and submitted “Ryder & Dad […]

      Veteran Ric Hall sent us the images and narrative below.           Before I retired I started to do up wooden character pieces for friends when they were retiring. It did take on a life of it’s own as other’s wanted one. I tried to make them to suit […]

      With the exception of his first two years in the Force, John Stolarski spent his entire career as a RCMP Police Dog Services handler (1961 – 1988).         Throughout this career, John clipped newspaper articles about members who he had worked with. Despite the fact that John has passed […]

      The fear and concerns of having your home broken into and losing priceless family treasures is a concern for most Veterans.         We have pulled together some informative videos to find and develop safe storage areas within your home.  If you are handy, you can create your own secret […]