The local RCMP is putting out the call for any residents who might want to serve as auxiliaries.
To let people know about the volunteer role, the police will hold an information session 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, July 25 (not July 24 as printed in the paper), in the third-floor meeting room at the 91Ô­´´ Regional Airport. 
"Auxiliaries are uniformed but unarmed, and serve as sworn peace officers supporting members of the 91Ô­´´ RCMP," explained Const. Simon Lepine.

"Auxiliary volunteers are highly trained and dedicated volunteers who contribute to making our community safer."
Under the direct supervision and accompanying uniformed police officers with the 91Ô­´´ RCMP, auxiliaries can be involved in a variety of activities around the community including:
• Activities include non-enforcement support to operations, various community programs, traffic control and disaster assistance;
• Operational patrols;
• Attending calls;
• Check Stops;
• Searches of persons as directed by a uniformed police officer; and
• Scene security.
Those interested in becoming an RCMP auxiliary members must meet certain criteria.
• Minimum 19 years of age;
• Maximum 60 years of age;
• Proficient in English;
• Committed to program for two years and 180 hours per year;
• Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident (five years in Canada);
• High school completion or equivalent work-related experience;
• Able to obtain RCMP reliability status security clearance;
• Possess a valid Class 5 B.C. driver’s licence; and
• Have no business or employment that may cause a conflict of interest.
If accepted into the program, candidates must complete the RCMP training curriculum that includes physical, theory-based and practical training.
This training includes subjects such as:
• Law and police procedures, e.g. Criminal Code of Canada, provincial statutes, and court room procedures;
• Effective communications and presentation skills;
• Officer safety training;
• Police techniques, e.g. evidence protection, handcuffing, arrest;
• Community policing and crime prevention activities;
Continuous learning opportunities are provided to auxiliaries, ensuring their skills and knowledge are kept current during their time in the program, Lepine added.
People interested in attending the information session are asked to RSVP in advance by emailing langleyauxiliaryconstable@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.
For more information about the auxiliary program go to bc-cb.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/ViewPage.action.