Musical Ride

Musical Ride

Le Carrousel (French)
Members of the Musical Ride during the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II
Nickname	Mounties
Formation	1887 (1887)
Type	Cavalry
Headquarters	RCMP Stables (Musical Ride Centre), Ottawa, Ontario
Location	Canada
Parent organization	Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Volunteers	32 riders
Website	rcmp-grc.gc.ca/en/musical-ride

The Musical Ride of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police is a special unit showcasing the equestrian skills performed by 32 cavalry who are regular members of the force. It holds events held in Canada and worldwide to promote the RCMP. The first official ride was held in 1887 in Regina, District of Assiniboia, and was commanded by Inspector William George Matthews.