Nearly all RCMP officers in Manitoba now wearing body cameras

Manitoba RCMP officers equipped with body cameras

Nearly all of Manitoba’s front-line Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) officers are now using body-worn cameras, according to an announcement by the police service on November 27, 2025.

The initiative is part of a nationwide rollout intended to enhance transparency, accountability, and trust between officers and the public. Cameras began deployment earlier this year, focusing on detachments with the highest public interaction rates.

Purpose and community impact

RCMP officials stated that the cameras record interactions with the public during duties such as traffic stops, arrests, and emergency calls. The footage is securely stored and may be used as evidence or for reviewing incidents.

“Body-worn cameras help ensure both the public and police are held accountable,” said a spokesperson for the Manitoba RCMP. “They serve as an important tool for transparency and safety.”

Community leaders have largely supported the move, noting that the technology can build stronger confidence in policing, especially in rural and Indigenous communities.

Next steps and national rollout

Once the Manitoba phase is fully completed, the RCMP will continue deploying body cameras across other provinces and territories through 2026. The agency expects full nationwide coverage within the next year.

Author’s summary: Manitoba RCMP officers now wear body cameras to improve public transparency, accountability, and safety across communities.

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Brandon Sun Brandon Sun — 2025-11-28

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