The Durham Regional Police Pipes & Drums was formed in 1996. The pipe band's mission is to represent and help foster the hard work and dedication characteristic of the Service. Most band members are civilian volunteers. They serve as ambassadors and represent the Service with pride wherever performing; be that at a formal police ceremony, local parade or pipe band competition. The band wears the McAlpine tartan commemorating Chief Kevin McAlpine, the fourth Chief of the Durham Regional Police Service.