The RCMP's world-famous Musical Ride will be holding its annual Open House and Food Drive.
It is a great opportunity for the RCMP Musical Ride to meet the public and to collect food donations for the Ottawa Food Bank. Attendance is normally in the range of 5,500 to 8,500. This year the Open House is an official Winterlude activity in the National Capital Region.
In 2019, the event raised more than $2,300 and 1,100 kg (2,600 pounds) of food for the Ottawa Food Bank.
When: Saturday, February 8, 2020 - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: The Musical Ride Centre, 1 Sandridge Road (at St. Laurent Blvd.). The grounds are also accessible off the Sir-George-Étienne-Cartier Parkway.
Admission: Free. Visitors are encouraged to make a donation for the Ottawa Food Bank.
Parking: Free onsite parking.
Open House highlights:
- RCMP specialized units demonstrate policing techniques;
- RCMP vehicles and equipment on display;
- Photo opportunities with riders and horses and RCMP mascot Safety Bear;
- Tour the Musical Ride stables.
Photo opportunities for the media:
Full access to the Musical Ride Visitor's Centre and stables. Other photo opportunities can be arranged upon request.