HUDSON BAY – Robyn Dolezsar completed an extensive 26 week RCMP training program and has officially become an RCMP constable.
On Monday, July 22, a graduation ceremony with 27 other troop members was held at the RCMP Depot training centre in Regina. Dolezsar was the only cadet from Saskatchewan to graduate from troop 26. Thirteen of the twenty-eight troop members were posted to their same province of origin.
Cst. Dolezsar has been assigned to Division “E” in British Columbia and has been posted at the West Kelowna Detachment.
Dolezsar said he started with a troop of 32 and 22 original members are graduating. Approximately 30 per cent of troop members do not complete the training. “It takes a lot of commitment and work. The training is intense and prepares a cadet for all scenarios you may encounter in real life.” Cst. Dolezsar said. The Firearms Training Unit (FTU) is one area of training Dolezsar excelled in. "I'd like to thank Cpl. Garvie for all the support and mentorship she has given me."
Dolezsar is graduating with a fitness superior award. This award is given to cadets who have achieved a “Superior” rating in the foot pursuit test as well as three other fitness tests and completed an additional goal in the interest of promoting physical fitness. There was only one other cadet who received this award in troop 26. Dolezsar also received a 325 km achievement award. This award was given to six other cadets in the troop. The 325 km achievement award is given to cadets who have run more than 325 km in training to promote physical fitness. Cst. Dolezsar ran 367km.
Dolezsar was in troop 26, meaning that this was the 26th troop of cadets to go through the program at Depot in the fiscal year 2023-2024. Thirty-two troops went to depot training this fiscal year; there will be approximately 40 troops the next fiscal year. The RCMP has increased the troop numbers to increase the number of constables in Canada.
Being an RCMP police officer demands a high level of self-discipline and RCMP police officers must always maintain control of their actions. To help recruits acquire this skill, a paramilitary environment exists at Depot. This model is an effective way to learn how to deal positively with uncomfortable situations and to reinforce teamwork.
Dolezsar said he has gained valuable friendships along the way and is looking forward to heading to Kelowna to start his career as an RCMP officer. Dolezsar said he will be paired with an experienced officer for at least the first six months of his first posting. During this time, RCMP constables perform everyday police duties supervised by a field coach.
The RCMP Depot training centre will be celebrating its 140th anniversary next year. During the graduation ceremony, Dolezsar received his badge and completed the swearing-In ceremony, Oath of Allegiance, Oath of Office and the Oath of Secrecy.
Chief Superintendent Mike Lokken said in his message to the graduating troop, “As a member of the RCMP, the opportunities that will be afforded to you may bring you not only across this vast country but around the world and you have the ability to impact lives in a positive manner. Utilize your skills, your knowledge and your positive energy to provide the best community protective services that you can. Work hard to ensure that you bring justice to those who cannot speak for themselves and to those who have been violated or harmed. Know that you are the ‘agents of change.’”
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