Ottawa prioritizes federal policing and Mounties on front lines

Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree reaffirmed the Canadian government’s commitment to maintaining the RCMP’s role in local policing while prioritizing improvements in its federal crime operations. Recent reports indicate that the RCMP’s broad mandate is straining resources, affecting its ability to handle complex investigations like terrorism and organized crime. Commissioner Mike Duheme proposed a restructuring of federal policing to enhance its effectiveness, amid concerns over resource erosion. Critics argue that the RCMP’s dual focus on local and federal policing undermines its capacity to fulfill its critical national security responsibilities.