Alberta RCMP officers begin switch to navy blue shirtsBy Brook Wagner on August 11, 2026. Grey and blue shirts will both be official during the RCMP's 18-month uniform change.--HANDOUT PHOTO Grey and blue shirts will both be official during the RCMP's 18-month uniform change.--HANDOUT PHOTOShare this story:Frontline Alberta RCMP officers began trading their grey uniform shirts for new navy blue ones this month. The change is part of a national plan to modernize the RCMP uniform. During the switch, officers may wear either colour, and both remain official. The Alberta RCMP said residents who are unsure about an officer can ask to see identification or call 310-RCMP to confirm an officer is at their location.