Overview

Whether at home on Canadian Forces (CF) bases or abroad on international missions, Military Police, in conjunction with civilian and allied military police forces, protect and support all components of the CF.

Main Benefits

• Training provided for approximately nine months 
• Opportunities for advancement

What They Do

Military Police routinely function within the civilian, criminal and military justice systems, and are recognized as peace officers in the Criminal Code of Canada. They support CF missions around the world, enforce provincial and federal laws and regulations on Department of National Defence (DND) establishments, investigate incidents involving military and/or criminal offences, provide policing and operational support as well as security at selected Canadian embassies around the world, and serve the community through conflict mediation, negotiation, dispute settlement, public relations and victim assistance.

Qualification Requirements

Military Police officers must be courageous, dedicated, patient and tactful. They must have good reasoning skills, good powers of observation, a memory for detail, initiative, physical and mental stamina, and a genuine interest in working with and helping the community. They must also communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

The minimum academic requirement is a Diploma of Collegial Studies (DEC) in Legal and Security Administration, basic police training, or a similar program from a recognized community college or CEGEP. Related employment experience will also be considered in determining education equivalency.

Training

The first stage of training for all new recruits is the 13-week Basic Military Qualification (BMQ) course at the CF Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec.

Upon completion of the BMQ, candidates will attend Basic Military Police Training at the CF Military Police Academy in Borden, Ontario. Over a six-month period, they will learn the basics of Canadian civilian and military law, investigative techniques, and acquire the skills to carry out the daily duties of a Military Police officer. 

Employment

Candidates who successfully complete Basic Military Police Training will be assigned to a Military Police detachment in Canada for a one-year period or will take part in an internship program where specially trained coach-officers will monitor, mentor and guide them through a formal accreditation process leading to their Military Police certification.
 
Working Environment

Military Police provide around-the-clock service to the military community and may be deployed on military operations in Canada or around the world, including areas suffering due to armed conflict or natural disasters. They take part in humanitarian support, peacekeeping, peacemaking or war operations, and encounter traumatic events and harsh living and working conditions. They are required to overcome physical danger through flexibility, innovation and perseverance.

Most Military Police officers work outdoors, on foot or in a vehicle, and are exposed to all weather conditions. They may spend long hours in a vehicle to respond to service calls, or work indoors to meet with people, take statements or fill out required paperwork. They are frequently subjected to physical and mental stress in situations that require them to exercise their authority. Military police officers are trained to use good judgement and to cope with ever-changing situations while remaining alert.

Opportunities For Advancement

Military Police enjoy excellent opportunities for advanced training and promotion. They may be posted at a Canadian base or station or be deployed on missions all over the world. For those who demonstrate the required ability and potential, there are countless opportunities for advancement, promotion and advanced training.

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