The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) Pipes and Drums represents the Chief of Police and the spirit of the HRPS.
Band membership is comprised primarily of civilian volunteers and is made up of 16 pipers, five snare drummers, and one bass drummer.
Performances
The band performs, under the permission of the Chief of Police, at 40 or more community events within and beyond Halton Region, including:
- Swearing-In Ceremonies;
- Police Day;
- Volunteer Appreciation Nights;
- Police Exemplary Service Medal (PESM) Awards; and
- Citizen Police Academy graduations
Practices and New Members
The Pipes and Drums practice weekly on Thursday evenings at Police HQ. The Pipes and Drums are accepting new members, including novice and experienced musicians.
History and Performances The HRPS Pipes and Drums was formed in 1987 and is under the direction of Pipe Major Graeme Sutherland, a former member of the Pipes and Drums of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders of Canada (Princess Louise’s).
- Fort Henry July 2016
- Ontario Police College April 2016
- Police Day 2015
The band membership is comprised primarily of civilian volunteers. Some members are police officers, while others are retired police or peace officers. The HRPS P&D continues to grow with up-and-coming student musicians
Made up of 16 pipers, five snares and one bass drummer
Wear the tartan of the Chisholm clan, the founding fathers of the Town of Oakville performs by permission of the Chief of Police at a variety of community events within and beyond Halton Region over the course of a calendar year three-hour practice nights are held weekly throughout the entire year, with extra nights being afforded newer members for more dedicated instruction
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