The RCMP’s new commissioner said he wants to drive “change and growth” in the national police service as he officially assumed command on Thursday.
Michael Duheme formally took over as RCMP commissioner at a ceremony in Gatineau, Que. Duheme, a law enforcement veteran with over 35 years of experience, became interim commissioner in March following the retirement of former top Mountie Brenda Lucki.
“I’m here to lead change and growth within the organization, to make decisions that move the yardstick for the RCMP, because I know there’s a lot we can accomplish together,” Duheme said in his speech at the ceremony.
“I want all our employees to be
