Kids take over Saskatchewan Depot as co-commanding officers for the day
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It's been a once-in-a-lifetime trip for brave young girls, Tessa and Janine.
The pair were welcomed to join the RCMP as co-commanding officers on a two-day adventure spanning Alberta and Saskatchewan.
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Tessa wearing her tailored Red Serge and talking to media in Regina. Andrew Benson/ Global News
Tessa from Fort McMurray and Janine from Lloydminster were surprised with the opportunity from the Kids with Cancer Society, to take in all the behind-the-scenes action from the RCMP headquarters in Regina and Edmonton.
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From flying drones, crushing cars, driving robots and leading the change of command, the 10-year-old duo, along with their mothers, were elated and grateful for the experience.
More on the story can be viewed in the video at the top of the page.
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