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BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 26m

ICYMI, last Sunday night’s episode of #HwyThruHell (S12 E12), featured #BCRCMP Chief Supt Holly Turton, leading a LowerMainland #IRSU / #BCHwyPatrol campaign.

#SlowDownMoveOver for vehicles stopped roadside with flashing red/blue/yellow lights!

We all deserve to go home safe.

#WomenLeading #BCWLE

Photo: https://rcmp.ca/en/bc/traffic-services

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 15h

Have you signed up for the #BCWLE Info Session?

A/S/Sgt Kimberley McRae from #SurreyPS will be one of our panelists.

Join us on November 8th to hear from her and other panelists on the different careers available in law enforcement!

#WomenLeading #StrongerTogether

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 1d

“I define a leader as anyone who takes responsibility for finding the potential in people and processes, and who has the courage to develop that potential.” ~ Brené Brown

#leadership #WisdomWednesday #BCWLE

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 2d

October is #WomensHistoryMonth in Canada, and #BCWLE celebrates the determination of women who've inspired change, broken barriers, blazed trails, & led with strength.

#OTD in 1988, Karen Adams became one of the first women instructors in the #RCMP, at Depot Division.

#WomenLeading #ChampionHer

Exclusive Interview: Cpl. Karen Adams (Rtd.) – BCWLE

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BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 3d

Further to our slightly cryptic Oct 13th post, here’s reveal #2 clue for our 2026 #BCWLE Conference…👀

🕵️‍♀️Our #Keynote speaker is an inspiring BC woman with 2 daughters and a son.🕵️‍♀️

Another reveal clue will follow in another week…or so. 😉

#WomenLeading #BCWLEConference

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 5d

October is #WomensHistoryMonth in Canada, and #BCWLE celebrates the determination of women who've inspired change, broken barriers, blazed trails, & led with strength.

#OTD in 1988, Betty Glassman became one of the first women instructors in the #RCMP, at Depot Division.

#WomenLeading #ChampionHer

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 6d

🔦FridayNightSpotlight: 🔦
Presenting one of our newest #BCWLE Board members, Natasha Tabatabaei.
She's our Presentations & Scholarships Director, & has organised the upcoming BCWLE Info Session on Nov 8th!
If you're interested in a career in law enforcement, register now!
#WomenLeading #ChampionHer

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 6d

Congratulations to #BCWLE Executive Advisory Board member Koreen Carl on her promotion to Deputy Chief of #BCSheriffs!

Since starting as an auxiliary in 1996, she's displayed strong leadership at #BCSheriffService.

#WomenLeading #ChampionHer #StrongerTogether #trailblazer

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BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 9d

"Be aware of what season you are in and give yourself the grace to be there." ~Kristen Dalton
We move deeper into autumn with seasonal changes all around - falling leaves and #sweaterweather. What are wellness routines and rituals you’re leaning into this month?
#WisdomWednesday #JustBreathe #BCWLE

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 10d

We wish you a very happy #Diwali filled with light, laughter, and joy, as the light vanquishes darkness!

#WomenLeading #BCWLE #StrongerTogether

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 11d

It’s that time of year: #BCWLE Award Nominations!

Start thinking of stand-out ppl at your agency in the following: Leadership; Mentoring & Coaching; Ally; + new this year, Community Service. Categories open to peace officers/civilians in law enforcement.
#ChampionHer #WomenLeading #StrongerTogether

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BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 12d

October 18 is #PersonsDay in Canada.

The day in 1929 when the historic decision to include #women in the legal definition of “persons” was handed down by #Canada's highest court of appeal.

This paved the way for women's increased participation in public and political life.

#WomenLeading #BCWLE

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BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 13d

October is #WomensHistoryMonth in Canada, and #BCWLE celebrates the determination of women who've inspired change, broken barriers, blazed trails, & led with strength.

#OTD in 1988, Nancy McKerry became one of the first women instructors in the #RCMP, at Depot Division.

#WomenLeading #ChampionHer

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 14d

Mark your calendars now, with these dates for some great events!

Be sure to check back for updates and additions. For example, we haven’t yet set the #BCWLE Winter Social date, and you don’t want to miss that!

#WomenLeading #StrongerTogether

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 17d

📍 #SaveTheDate for the 2026 #BCWLE Conference! 🎉

🗓️ April 9, 2026

🗺️ #Langley

🗣️ Put on your detective hats, because we’re soft-launching our keynote. Follow the clues we release over the coming weeks! 🕵️‍♀️

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 18d

May your life be full of both thanks and giving.

#HappyThanksgiving #BCWLE #WomenLeading

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 19d

The #InternationalDayOfTheGirl recognises the power & potential that girls harness.

#BCWLE supports mentoring of girls & young women, through our school presentations, #scholarships, and our commitment to be positive role models in our community engagement.

#DayOfTheGirl WomenLeading #ChampionHer

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 20d

On #WorldMentalHealthDay, we encourage taking steps to care for your own #MentalHealth.

Learn stress management techniques; stay mindful of changes in your mental health; and reach out/ask for support or help if you need it.

#EndStigma #StrongerTogether #WomenLeading

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 21d

We’re excited for #30Forward, launching this week. It’s a multi-year initiative designed to transform the future of policing in #Canada. Early research & pledge development to national engagement & measurable action, each stage builds momentum toward lasting change. 30forward.ca
#WomenLeading #BCWLE

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 22d

Have you ever been told to “stay in your lane”? Don’t be burdened by someone else’s limited vision of what can be.

#WisdomWednesday #BCWLE #WomenLeading

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 24d

This Wednesday night, October 8th 6-9pm, #SurreyPoliceService will be holding a Female-Focused Recruit Information Session.

#BCWLE has been invited to do a presentation there, so please join us!

Register: www.surreypolice.ca/news-events/...

#WomenLeading #ChampionHer #StrongerTogether

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · 27d

October is #WomensHistoryMonth in Canada, and #BCWLE celebrates the determination of women who've inspired change, broken barriers, blazed trails, & led with strength.
#OTD in 1988, Raymonde Pharand became one of the first women instructors in the #RCMP, at Depot Division.
#WomenLeading #ChampionHer

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · Sep 30

Congrats #BCWLE VP Tara Korber of #DeltaPD, for completing #BCLEM #Run2Remember!

The Run is a grueling 3-day 135kms route through Lower Mainland & Capital Regional District, to the Bastion at #BCLegislature.

Sending her teammate Shelby Priest wishes for a speedy recovery! #NextYear

#WomenLeading

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · Sep 25

This #ThrowBackThursday we s/o #DeltaPolice members Tara Korber (#BCWLE VP) & Shelby Priest (past BCWLE PD Director), shown here after completing the 3-day #BCLEM #r2rwestcoast #RunToRemember in 2023!
They're running it again this year - 3 days, 135kms!
#WomenLeading #ToTheBastion #R2R #TBT

BC Women in Law Enforcement @bcwlecanada.bsky.social · Sep 24

“...I refuse to believe that you cannot be both compassionate and strong.” ~ Jacinda Ardern

#WisdomWednesday #WomenLeading #ChampionHer #BCWLE