Welcome to ‘’J Div’’ The Royal Canadian Mounted Police has a long and rich history in New Brunswick. Contract policing in the province began on April 1st, 1932 when the RCMP assumed the responsibilities of the Provincial Police Force. New Brunswick became known as “J” Division within the RCMP, and the first headquarters was set up in Fredericton at Old Government House. Originally, 127 members were spread across 33 detachments throughout New Brunswick. These members came from the amalgamation of