The Greater Sudbury Police Pipe Band was formed in the summer of 1988 and made its debut at the opening ceremonies of the World Junior Games. The original group included four pipers and six drummers, with founding members such as the late Constable Larry Kilby, retired Staff Sergeant Dave Linney, and the late Don Farquharson. The band is led by Pipe Major Rolf “Rocky” Larson.

The Band proudly wears the “Ramsey” tartan, honouring William Ramsey—master surveyor and one of the founding fathers of the City of Greater Sudbury. Its blue tones also reflect the Band’s connection to policing.

Today, the Pipe Band has grown to 25 members, including a pipe major, fifteen pipers, seven drummers, and two drum majors. They perform at 80–100 events each year, ranging from community parades across Northern Ontario to the National Police Memorial in Ottawa. The Band practices every Monday evening at a local high school.

The Greater Sudbury Police Pipe Band is honoured to represent the Service. If you wish to book the Band—whether for solo piping or a full ensemble—please contact us for more information.