The RCMP Divisional Headquarters in Whitehorse, Yellowknife and Iqaluit are responsible for law enforcement in their respective Territories (10,11,12). The RCMP is represented in most Arctic communities by officers, usually one or two to a detachment.
One of the main responsibilities of the RCMP is the welfare of the residents of the area. All detachments are connected by radio to Whitehorse, Yellowknife and Iqaluit. These detachments can be very helpful to cruise operators provided they are aware of the vessel’s schedule and itinerary.
Therefore, the schedule and itinerary of proposed cruises should be sent to the respective detachments well in advance, particularly for a Northwest Passage voyage. For entrance into the Yukon, the NCOIC Federal Enforcement Section (12) should be contacted, while the Criminal Operations Division (10) is responsible for the Northwest Territories and the Operational Support Division takes the responsibility for Nunavut (11).