Not sure how it is in Canada but in the states its not like you can just say 'hhmmm, I think i would like to be a cop" and poof, it happens..... Maybe in the south.... I know it is easier there. Most places its like this..
Written test (usually need at least a 70% to pass)
Physical Agility Test (push ups, situps, 300 meter sprint, 1.5 mile run timed)
Oral Board Interview (usually consisting of 2-3 uniformed brass, and a HR person) a bit nerve racking!
Background check (criminal history, financial, etc)
Polygraph test
Psychological written test
Psychological interview
Chiefs interview
and THEN, IF you
pass all that you get to go to an academy that lasts anywhere from 4-12 months depending on the agency and your location!!!
Oh and then you have FTO time (field training) that you need to go through for 12 weeks with a supervising officer.
If you pass that you are on probation for a year.
Then congrats! Your an official Police Officer!
This is what I hear anyways.......