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Procurement delays putting Mounties at risk, says union

May 7, 2026

More than a decade after the intended lifespan of their pistols lapsed, Mounties across Canada are getting a new sidearm — but their union says the significant delay shows why the RCMP's procurement process needs to be overhauled.



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