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A very young LAC Dave McElrea in front of an RCAF Police SAT vehicle in 1965 at RCAF Station Zweibrücken, also known as 3 Wing. 3 Wing formed part of Canada's air defence commitment to NATO during the Cold War. In 1959 Canada adopted a nuclear strike role in accordance with NATO's doctrine of "limited nuclear warfare" and began re-equipping with the new CF-104 Starfighter that could handle the delivery of nuclear weapons. The RCAF left Zweibrücken August 27, 1969 as an austerity measure following unification of the Canadian Armed Forces. Before leaving, the Air Force erected a west coast Indian totem pole as a token of their friendship with the local German citizens. At the top of the pole was the Thunderbird, the god who watches over all creation. Below it was a double headed sea monster, the warrior's symbol; the third figure was of a little man who had grown from boyhood to become a warrior, and the fourth figure was that of the same warrior, grown to maturity as a tribal chief. 
An unidentified RCAF Policeman beside a RCAF Police patrol vehicle in 1957 at RCAF Station Marville which was one of three bases comprising 1 Wing, near Lorraine, France. No 1 Wing was Canada's first NATO fighter wing. The Wing was comprised of three squadrons - 410 Squadron, 441 Squadron and 439 Squadron all operating Canadair Sabres. In 1956, 410 Squadron was replaced by 445 Squadron which was operating Avro Canada CF-100 Canucks "Clunks". In 1962, the two remaining Sabre squadrons converted to CF-104 Starfighters. 
Two unidentified corporals of the 2nd Provost Company, Canadian Provost Corps, exchanging notes on the hood of their jeep in the Reichswald, Germany, 20 March 1945. Photographer: Ken Bell Mikan Number: 3206421 Photo courtesy of Library and Archives Canada. 
Operation LAMA - 25 September 2010 - Argentia, NL - 3 Area Support Group, CFB Gagetown, Military Police members (L-R) Corporal Dwayne Hunter, Sergeant George Prudencio and Corporal Selena McLeod confer on security as vehicles from 4 Engineer Support Regiment and military members form a convoy of military vehicles after departing the Joseph and Clara Smallwood ferry at Argentia Newfoundland. Approximately 120 to 150 troops and 39 vehicles from 4 Engineer Support Regiment stationed at CFB Gagetown, traveled to Newfoundland to help with bridge rebuilding and water purification for remote communities around the Avalon Peninsula. The military was asked to assist with civil powers after Hurricane Igor passed the southern shores of Newfoundland knocking out power and washing out numerous bridges with over 200mm of rain. Photo by WO Jerry Kean, LFAA Public Affairs, Courtesy of Combat Camera. Photo: LH2010-016-005 ©2010-DND-MDN CANADA
This picture is the Military Police version of the Crown Victoria Police Interceptor (often referred to simply as CVPI or P71). It is the law enforcement version of the Ford Crown Victoria. It is the most widely used automobile in law enforcement across North America. In April 2011, Ford stopped accepting orders for the CVPI. Ford held a near-monopoly on the market for police cruisers in North America since 1996. On September 15, 2011, the final Crown Victoria rolled off the assembly line at 12:30 PM, concluding assembly operations of the St. Thomas, Ontario plant. 
General H.D.G. Crerar, General Officer Commanding 1st Canadian Army, and Captain C.B. Newman, Assistant Provost Marshal, 4th Canadian Armoured Division, inspecting a company of the Canadian Provost Corps, Apeldoorn, Netherlands, 12 July 1945. Guravich, Daniel., Photographer Mikan Number: 3409562 CMPA Login
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24 April 2012
As I mentioned in my previous correspondence, in terms of Governance we have to examine how we govern ourselves today and in the future and look to what, and how we need to change for maximum effectiveness and ultimate value to our membership. As an association we should be contemplating what we should be striving to achieve together.
If we are to succeed we will need to keep pace with technology, demographic shifts and the economy. Change is inevitable, as is the pace of change. The recent membership survey speaks for itself, clearly we must meet the memberships expectations and we must encourage our young generation of MPs, not only to belong, but to actively participate in Association activities. Likewise, the Association needs the active and unequivocal support of all serving and retired members. Our Executive must be knowledgeable, informed and engaged. Our membership must be strong, connected, active and sustainable. Our governance structure must embrace a mission and vision that is well organized, valued, responsive, accountable and transparent.
We are making progress but there are many challenges ahead. Our acceptance as a voting member of the Conference of Defence Associations necessitates that CMPA must operate at arms length from the Chain of Command, and conform to the new Government Guidelines for Not-For-Profit Organizations. We are currently revising the CMPA Constitution and By-Laws to meet these challenges, and the expectations of our membership. These changes will focus on common objectives that will take us into the future and grow CMPA into a truly professional association.
As your President, I can personally assure you, and I can speak for my Executive, that we will do our utmost to meet these challenges in keeping with the high professional standards of the Military police Branch. But we will need your help and support. It is the only path to the future.
As we undertake these changes I would seek your patience, and solicit any suggestions and recommendations that you may have that will serve and sustain our membership.
Ron Donovan
President CMPA
Securitas.
APMC – LA VOIE À SUIVRE
Comme je l’ai déjà mentionné dans ma dernière correspondance, pour ce qui est de la gouvernance, nous devons nous pencher sur la façon dont nous nous gouvernons aujourd’hui et à l’avenir, sur ce que nous devons changer ainsi que sur la manière dont il faut changer afin de maximiser notre efficacité et nos services. Comme association, nous devons songer à ce que nous devons tous chercher à atteindre.
Pour réussir, nous devons évoluer au même rythme que la technologie, les changements démographiques et l’économie. Le changement est inévitable, et la vitesse avec laquelle les changements surviennent l’est aussi. Le sondage mené tout récemment auprès de nos membres se passe de commentaires. Il est clair que nous devons répondre aux attentes de ceux‑ci et encourager les jeunes membres de la PM non seulement à faire partie de l’association mais à participer activement aux activités qu’elle organise. De même, l’association a besoin de l’appui actif et sans réserve des militaires retraités et en activité de service. Notre bureau doit être bien informé et dynamique, et notre programme d’adhésion doit être vigoureux, actif et durable. Notre structure de gouvernance doit appuyer une mission et une vision bien organisées, prisées, souples, responsables et transparentes.
Nous réalisons des progrès, mais de nombreux défis nous attendent. Maintenant que l’APMC est devenue membre votant au sein de la Conférence des associations de la défense, elle ne doit avoir aucun lien de dépendance avec la chaîne de commandement et doit se conformer aux lignes directrices gouvernementales concernant les organismes sans but lucratif. Nous sommes à réviser la constitution et les règlements de l’APMC afin de relever ces défis et de répondre aux attentes de nos membres. Les changements que nous apporterons seront axés sur des objectifs communs qui nous préparerons pour l’avenir et qui en feront de l’APMC une association réellement professionnelle.
En tant que votre président, je peux vous assurer, personnellement et au nom du bureau de l’APMC, que nous ferons tout pour relever les défis qui se posent conformément aux normes professionnelles élevées de la Branche de la Police militaire. Cependant, pour y arriver, nous avons besoin de votre aide et de votre soutien. C’est la seule voie vers l’avenir.
Pendant cette période de changement, je fais appel à votre patience ainsi qu’à toute suggestion ou recommandation qui pourrait être utile à nos membres.
Ron Donovan
Président de l’APMC
Securitas
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