Red Deer RCMP to roll out new black-and-white vehicle design
The updated look will appear gradually on patrol vehicles as older units are retired, avoiding extra costs to the fleet.
Red Deer RCMP will gradually introduce a new black-and-white design for its general duty vehicles, according to a letter from Supt. Holly Glassford to Red Deer city council. The new look features white doors on a black base with high-visibility, reflective graphics meant to make the vehicles clearly identifiable as law enforcement.
Glassford said the conversion will occur through the natural vehicle replacement cycle, letting older vehicles be retired without creating additional expenses while supporting long-term fleet consistency. She described the redesign as more than cosmetic, saying it reflects the RCMP's aim to appear modern, professional and approachable while retaining a link to its history.
The change is part of a broader nationwide effort by the RCMP to update its vehicle fleet. Provinces, territories and municipalities will have the option to add local identifiers to the design. Glassford said the modernization supports the RCMP's commitment to providing members with appropriate tools as operational demands evolve.
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