Today, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) officially launched its annual horse auction, marking the sixth consecutive year the event has been held exclusively through the Government of Canada's online auction program, GCSurplus.
This year's auction is the largest to date, featuring up to 16 RCMP-bred Hanoverian horses and more than 70 artificial insemination breeding doses from the RCMP's internationally recognized horse breeding program. Bidding opens at $5,000 per horse and will close over 2 days, on October 7 and 8, 2025. The proceeds from these auctions help support the Musical Ride horse breeding program.
Whether you're an experienced equestrian, a breeder or someone who simply values Canadian heritage, this auction offers a unique opportunity to own a horse from one of the country's most respected breeding programs. RCMP Hanoverians are renowned for their exceptional temperament, athleticism and prestigious lineage. Owning one of these RCMP horses means becoming part of a living tradition that dates back to 1876.
Not every horse raised at the RCMP's breeding farm becomes part of the Musical Ride team. Those that don't are carefully placed through auction with buyers who can provide the right care and environment. Many of these horses go on to excel in a variety of equestrian disciplines.
Interested participants can check out the horse auction on GCSurplus, where each horse is featured with a photograph, video and detailed profile outlining its characteristics and skills. This helps ensure a strong match between horse and buyer.
GCSurplus works closely with the RCMP to ensure the ethical treatment of the horses throughout all stages of the auction process.
