SD57 Career Pathways - 2025/26 RCMP Youth Academy Application

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Any student wishing to apply may do so, but only students who meet the following basic criteria will be considered. Students must:

have a genuine interest in policing
be 16-18 years of age (in grade 10-12)
be in good standing in all classes
have a good attendance record
display a willingness to work
be recommended by school staff
be physically and medically fit
be a non-smoker or vape

This program runs the first week of Spring Break, from March 15th-21st 2026. Students will live on campus at CHSS during this time. Watch the video to get a glimpse of what to expect!

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Gender *

Date of birth *

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Medical conditions *

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What school do you attend? *

What is your current age, height and weight? *

Are you right or Left handed? *

This will help setting up which side the gear on your belt will be placed.

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You will be wearing a uniform during the camp. What is your track suit size? *

Note that you may be wearing shorts and t-shirt underneath. It is better to get a larger size than choose a track suit that is too small. There will be no extra suits for trading if it doesn’t fit.

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What is your B.C. Care Card Number? *

Who is your Family Doctor? If you do not have one, please state so. *

Family Doctor's Address (If you do not have one, write N/A)

Family Doctor's Phone Number (If none, write N/A) *

Describe any medical/physical problems not previously mentioned that might affect performance at this camp (Example: Epilepsy/diabetes) If none, write N/A. *

Do you have any special dietary or medication requirements? If so, please give as much detail as possible. If none, write N/A. *

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MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE

Please read the following carefully.

¨ Police officers must maintain a high level of fitness to perform their duties effectively and professionally. Therefore, at the RCMP Youth Academy, you will be expected to be in good condition and injury free prior to attending camp.

¨ The physical components of the Youth Academy include a conditioning program, participation in team sport games, simulations of police scenarios involving, chasing, controlling and apprehending suspects.

¨ Additionally, the candidates are exposed to a modified physical ability requirement evaluation (PARE Test) which is currently required for entry into to the RCMP. This is a physically rigorous test. Completion of this test requires participants to perform at near maximal heart rates, challenge upper body strength, muscular endurance, and coordination skills.

¨ It is the recommendation of the Youth Academy to undergo a medical examination by a physician if the applicant or their guardians have any concerns.

¨ Read and honestly answer each question. Any information regarding previous injuries must be volunteered. If it is not, and the injury surfaces during the activities at the Academy, the candidate may be expelled.

Do you have any injuries or illnesses affecting physical activity? *

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If yes, explain:

Do you have a bone or joint problem that could be aggravated by physical activity? *

Yes No

If yes, explain:

Do you feel pain in your chest when you exercise physically? *

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Please list your hobbies and/or interests *

Please list any special skills/experiences you possess:

Please describe any jobs you have had. Include where it was and what your role was. If you have not had a job before, please explain why. *

Please describe any volunteer work you have done. Include where it was and what your role was. If you have not volunteered, please explain why. *

Please list any courses or lectures you have taken that could connect or help with your interest in police work.

Why do you wish to take part in this program? *

What is your view of a police officers' role in society? *

Please list three references (people who are not related to you) who say what makes you a good fit for the Academy. *

These can be coaches, teachers, employers. Please include their name, role, and contact information. Example: Doug Johnson, Manager at Save On Foods, doug@saveon.com

For the interview I will need to come prepared with:

My Resume (cover letter if you have one too)
Copy of my latest report card
My Driver's License or Photo ID

If I am not from Prince George, I will need to email these to Steven Foster at sfoster@sd57.bc.ca

I have read and understand what I must bring to the interview *

After you submit your application, you will be contacted by email with your interview date and time. These will be done at your school during school hours, unless you are outside of Prince George, in which case it will be a virtual interview. Below are sample questions to help prepare you.

The interview is an important part of the application process. Upon completion of the interviews your application, grades, attendance, and interview will be collated. Final selections will then be made based on all this information.

Tips for the Interview:

¨ Dress appropriately.

¨ Prepare – try to think of what kinds of questions you will be asked and what answer you would give.

¨ Check out the website at www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca

The following list contains several questions that you will have to respond to during the interview. Please spend some time to prepare yourself and consider your answers prior to arriving at your scheduled interview.

SAMPLE INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

1. We would like to get to know you. Please tell us about yourself.

2. How would your teachers describe you?

3. Which three school subjects do you enjoy the most and why?

4. If you are employed, where do you work and what are your responsibilities?

5. What organizations or clubs do you, or have you belonged to? What role do you have in the organization (follower or leader)?

6. Tell us about a significant contribution you have made to your school or community?

7. What are your strengths in relation to your personal character?

8. What are your weaknesses in relation to your personal character?

9. What are your goals? What do you see happening over the next 5 years to yourself?

10. How would you describe common sense and good judgement?

11. If a fight broke out in the school hallway beside your locker, what would you do?

12. Can you describe a situation in which you were involved that made you very angry? How did you handle the situation?

13. Have you ever been talked into doing something that was wrong? If so, why did you do it?

14. If you were assigned a classroom partner that was from a different culture, gender or sexual orientation, how would you react to them as a partner?

15. What type of people are you NOT comfortable interacting with?

16. What draws you to your current groups of friends? What do you and your group of friends do for activities or entertainment?

17. What is your experience with drugs, including alcohol?

18. If you were at a party and several people in attendance started to use drugs, what would you do?

19. Do you agree with the legalization of marijuana? Why? Why not?

20. What are your expectations from the Youth Academy?

21. Why do you think you would be the best applicant for a position at the RCMP Youth Academy?

22. What makes you interested in being a police officer?

23. What do you think makes a good police officer?

24. Do you think physical fitness is a part of being a police officer? How?

25. What is your driving record like?

I confirm all information I have filled out is accurate and truthful. *

This program is highly intensive and demanding. It is also very rewarding, and successful students who complete it will also receive 4 high school credits. During the Academy, students live on campus, and are provided with 3 meals a day, as well as receive a full set of clothes, spare t shirts to change into, including a track suit. As such, this program must charge a fee for participants. Should you be accepted, we will follow up with how to submit payment. In the past, it has fluctuated between $300 and $350, but this is impacted by many factors. No student will be denied due to fees. Let us know if you need support with these fees and we will work with your school to make sure you can participate.

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