Royal Canadian Mounted Police – Ottawa, ON

RCMP National Headquarters

Central Administration and Policy

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) National Headquarters, located at 73 Leikin Drive in Ottawa, serves as the strategic and administrative center for Canada’s federal police force. Known as the M.J. Nadon Government of Canada Building, this facility houses the office of the Commissioner and key directorates responsible for national policy, federal policing standards, and international law enforcement cooperation. Unlike a local detachment, this site focuses on high-level decision-making, specialized support services, and the coordination of national security operations.

Strategic Functions

• Federal Policing: Oversees investigations into national security, organized crime, financial integrity, and border security.
• Support Services: Manages forensic laboratories, technical operations, and the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC).
• International Liaison: Coordinates with foreign police agencies and international organizations like INTERPOL.
• Policy and Standards: Develops training protocols, operational standards, and code of conduct policies for RCMP members nationwide.

Access and Security

As a high-security federal facility, the National Headquarters is generally closed to the public for walk-in services. Access is strictly controlled and typically requires a pre-arranged appointment and security clearance. Individuals requiring criminal record checks or reporting local non-emergency crimes should contact their local police of jurisdiction or visit a frontline detachment rather than the headquarters.