B.C. RCMP working to establish Island-based bomb squad

B.C. RCMP working to establish Island-based bomb squad

Explosives disposal unit one of the attractions at open house at Nanaimo RCMP detachment on May 10

‘Chance for us to showcase what we do:’ Nanaimo RCMP open house returns Saturday

NANAIMO — It’s an opportunity to peel back the curtain of the local RCMP detachment. The Nanaimo RCMP’s bi-annual open house takes place Saturday, May 10 at the detachment on the corner of Prideaux St. and Fitzwilliam St., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Reserve Cst. Gary O’Brien said they’ll have a multitude of displays and members ready to answer questions and show off their skills and training. “It’s a chance for us to showcase what we do for the publ…